House Plants | Low-Light
Low light areas don't need to be devoid of house plants! Let's explore good plant picks for your low light, trickiest spot... these six handle it well.
Aglaonema
(Chinese Evergreen): Known for its patterned, colorful leaves, this plant tolerates low light and actually enjoys the extra humidity a bathroom provides. Care: water when the top inch of soil feels dry, and keep it away from cold drafts.
Sansevieria
(Snake Plant): One of the toughest houseplants around, it handles low light and thrives in humid air while needing very little water.
Care: let the soil dry out completely between waterings, since overwatering is the main way this plant struggles.
Easter Lily
This one rewards a humid bathroom with better blooms and lush foliage.
Care: keep the soil evenly moist but never soggy. Note that it's toxic to cats, so keep it out of reach if you have curious pets.
ZZ Plant
With thick, water-storing rhizomes, this plant tolerates low light and long stretches between waterings, making it nearly indestructible.
Care: water every 2 to 3 weeks and let the soil dry out fully in between.
Spider Plant
Adaptable and easy, it enjoys humidity and produces little plantlets you can propagate and share.
Care: water when the top of the soil feels dry, and expect it to bounce back quickly from a missed watering.
Boston Fern
This is the classic bathroom plant for a reason, craving humidity and consistently moist soil.
Care: keep the soil damp, mist occasionally if your bathroom runs dry, and place it near indirect light.