You love those green beauties but are a die-hard procrastinator when it comes to taking care of them, isn’t it? Yeah, we understand the dilemma! After all, we all have been there. Having plants all around is nothing short of paradisiacal. More so, whether you are into gardening or not, keeping plants has numerous benefits on its own. Besides, other than purifying the air, boosting the mood, and reducing stress; they add style to our home’s aesthetics and brighten the spirit. If you are new to planthood and want to spruce up your casa with plants in UAE, luckily there are plenty of low-maintenance indoor plants that are easy to care for. Keep reading and know more!
Pothos Plant
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A must-have, Pothos is an evergreen low maintenance indoor plant. Also known as Devil’s Ivy, it has the ability to withstand pitch dark as well as under-watering conditions. You can twist and shape this beautiful trailing plant into whichever way you like to style your interiors.
Snake Plant
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Also known as mother-in-law’s tongue or sansevieria, the Snake plant is the easiest plant to take care of. Featuring tall, dark, thick, and waxy leaves, this succulent has no complaints and no demands. It doesn’t need much light, is drought-tolerant and can withstand (almost) any living conditions. In addition to being an ornamental plant, it is a powerful, NASA-approved air purifier.
Aloe Vera Plant
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Aloe Vera is a very popular choice for people looking for low-maintenance plants. It needs very little water and prefers basking in bright, but indirect sunlight. Besides, it can adapt pretty well to any room decor. Also, it has tons of beauty and medicinal benefits. Furthermore, you can buy an aloe vera plant in Dubai both online and offline as it is easily available.
ZZ Plant
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Officially called ‘the king of indestructible plants‘, ZZ is a beautiful plant that leaves people feeling awestruck with its luscious green leaves. It can tolerate low light, drought and low humidity as well. Even after months of neglect, you will find it looking healthy effortlessly.
Chinese Evergreen Plant
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Chinese Evergreen, popularly known as the Silver Bay Aglaonema, has a kind and forgiving nature. It’s pretty to look at, quite sturdy and requires little to no effort to thrive and survive. It can tolerate poor light, dry air and drought-like conditions.
Air Plants (Tillandsia)
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These hanging, ornamental air plants brighten up your landscape while adding a pop of green. Their USP is that they can grow without soil, thus becoming the easiest and low maintenance plant. Just give them a nice mist once a week to keep them healthy and good-looking. Air plants are even the most purchased indoor plants online.
Lucky Bamboo Plant
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An easy-to-care-for indoor plant that also makes a perfect housewarming gift! Just like Air Plants, Bamboo can also grow without soil or with just water. Just place the stalks in a glass pot full of water with pebbles lying at the bottom. If it grows big, just transfer it to a new one. Keep it away from the direct sun!
Ficus Bonsai Plant
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There are tons of benefits of keeping a Bonsai plant at home. And if you want to take advantage of its benefits, but are new to the concept of Bonsai, go for Ficus Bonsai. It is a highly recommended Bonsai for beginners. Commonly known as the Weeping Fig, this indoor Bonsai plant can handle underwatering, endure low humidity and requires bright, indirect sunlight. Rest, it makes a remarkable centrepiece for the living room or study table.
All of the aforementioned are beginner-friendly, low-maintenance indoor plants that can forgive your occasional neglectedness. No green fingers or thumbs are required to keep them happy and alive!
