Rooting for You: Low-Maintenance Plants You Can Grow at Home
by Kevin Smith AuthorCultivating indoor plants is becoming a popular hobby. Aside from
fostering an inviting aura, they possess extraordinary properties that help eliminate
air contaminants.
This article lists 4 houseplants that are easy to take care of. For
those interested in growing them, visit a Georgia plant nursery and ask whether
they have seedlings for the following:
Chrysanthemum
Also called mums, chrysanthemums are vibrant plants you can use to
decorate your home. Their tiny flowers have hundreds of petals that look
attractive in full bloom. They're available in a multitude of colors, including
purple, yellow, orange, peach, red, and pink.
Many homeowners favor chrysanthemums because they have air-purifying
properties. They reduce indoor toxins, like ammonia and benzene.
Chrysanthemums are easy to care for. Place them near a window so
they receive enough sunlight and air. In the afternoon, spray a bit of water around
their roots to keep them moist. After about a week, flowers will start to
blossom. Cut dried petals to prevent them from scattering.
Common Houseleek
The common houseleek is popular for its leaves that grow in a spiral
pattern. This succulent looks like a large green rose, making it apt to be called
so-cute-lent!
You don't have to water it daily. It stores enough moisture in its
leaves to keep itself hydrated for a few weeks. It also propagates quickly and
yields many offsets in a short period. With proper care, the parent plant produces
tiny pink flowers.
It's necessary to replant the offsets in another pot after a few
months. This prevents them from overcrowding and competing for the soil's
nutrients.
Golden Pothos
Among all indoor plants, the golden pothos takes the crown for being
the easiest to cultivate. It's a fast-growing climber that flourishes in any
environment and thrives with very little sunshine, air, and water. You only
need to trim it once it has too many leaves.
The golden pothos is easily recognizable with its thick stems and
large, heart-shaped leaves. It grows up to 6 feet if you put trellises around
it. But, many homeowners prefer to suspend it from the ceiling and let the
vines hang from the pot.
Aloe Vera
Aloe vera is a succulent characterized by its thick, fleshy leaves. You're
going to love this plant vera much because it likes to be left aloe-ne. Simply place its pot near a window
and let direct sunlight and fresh air provide all the nourishment it needs. It
doesn't require a lot of moisture, so you don't have to water it too often.
Many people grow aloe vera for its medicinal properties. It's oozing
with antioxidants, amino acids, and anti-inflammatory compounds that are
excellent in treating various skin conditions. The gel from its leaves is also used
to heal burns, reduce wrinkles, and flatten scars.
These are just a few houseplants you can cultivate even if you lack
a green thumb. Aside from them, ask horticulturists at a Georgia
plant nursery for recommendations.
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