Choosing and caring for houseplants

Houseplants are much more than merely decorative materials which are placed at the corner of your homes. They are emotionally attached to you, which in return helps to spread positivity throughout your house. There are different kinds of houseplants which can even accompany you in small places. All you need to do is buy some and enjoy a good day with them, sipping your cup of tea.

While houseplants may look beautiful, it is essential to care for them. We will cover this point later in our blog but for starters, you cannot just buy a plant and keep it without water for a week. They are living beings just like us. They too deserve all the love there is. If you get a plant, you can definitely consider them as your baby. If you love them, they will cherish and grow to be the prettiest version of themselves. There are also beautiful plants which can look beautiful as Interior design in Kuwait.

So which houseplant should you choose?

Watching houseplants grow can be a fulfilling feeling in itself! They are growing and making your home their space is a completely fascinating thing. Some plants are so easy to maintain and they require water in very small quantities.

If you are usually travelling to the office and are busy with your other work, these plants can be your best companion. Plants can give a boost to your residential house design. They have minimum maintenance and you only have to water them once every three days. You should always choose your companion by looking at your schedule and how much time you will be able to provide for them.

Let us look at top 8 houseplants which are easy to maintain and you will love to keep them at home.

1.  Chinese Money Plant: Money plants grow best in little shady areas and they do not require direct sunlight. They are cute and require water only a few times a week. Plus some say that they can bring in money and luck too!

2.  Spider Plant: The light green colour of spider plants looks elegant anywhere in the home! They can be added in small pots and placed on top of your cupboards or tables. They too need watering a few times per week.

3.  Rubber Plant: Rubber plants have a beautiful velvety finish and look pleasant in your home. They usually require indirect bright sunlight and they are known as one of the best air cleansers.

4.  Snake Plant: If you spend less time at home, this plant is just for you. It has minimal maintenance and looks gorgeous. The beautiful leaves grow straight and require minimal water.

5.  Peace Lily: This plant will give you pretty flowers throughout the year. But you will have to remember one thing that you will need to water them a lot. Also you will have to keep them in light.

6.  Jade plant: These plants can also be kept on your tables in mini pots to make your work table look green! They do not require enough water and you only need to water them when the soil feels dry. Their finest leaves look cute throughout.  

7.      Parlor palm: These upright plants are perfect to keep at the corner of your homes. Their long leaves beautifully fall down and create a perfect atmosphere of beauty. They can grow up to 8 feet tall and are perfect for homes. They can grow in low lights too.

8.      English Ivy: These plants look pleasant in wall hangings and can change the entire look of your house. They look pretty while hanging and their stems grow long.  They require minimal water throughout the week and can withstand light sunlight.

Now that we have covered the top 8 plants which will bring a vibe of positivity in your homes, now is the time to consider their care. Always remember that the more care you provide, the more they will grow beautifully! Let us look at the top 5 points for plant care!  

 

1.      Do not over water your pants: Some people think that the more you water the plants, the more they will grow. But that is completely wrong! You need to water them as much as it is required.

2.      Make sure your plants have drainage holes: Proper drainage prevents water blockage and allows your plants to breathe freely.

3.  Keep giving them nutrition: Adding compost to soil helps them to retain water and nutrients. Compost provides nutrition to soil by keeping both soil and plant healthy.

4.  Keep trimming dry and extra plant leaves: When a plant grows dry leaves, you can retain the healthy plant by trimming the leaves. Getting rid of old leaves can help the plants grow healthier.

5.  Do not keep changing pots: Plants need to adapt to their habitats. Do not regularly change pots. Do that when you think the plant is too big for the pot and the space.

Now that we have covered all the topics, we can’t wait to see which one will be the new plant for your home. Comment your favorite plant below and do let us know which one you plan to buy and don’t forget to take care of your plants.