Not all of us have the luxury of big windows and lots of light. If you live or work in a place with lower light conditions, that doesn’t have to stop you from enjoying beautiful plants in your space. We’re sharing 3 low light tolerant plants (every house needs)!
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Believe it or not, “low light plants” is a controversial subject in the world of indoor gardening. Light is often considered the most important factor in plant survival. While there is no doubt that light is the key element for photosynthesis to take place, there are some indoor plants that are able to “tolerate” lower light conditions. But, let me be clear, just because they can tolerate lower light conditions, doesn’t mean they’re thriving or growing properly, so keep that in mind!
low light tolerant plants
Living in a dimly lit environment is not always something we can control. For those of you who have lower light conditions, but really want to enjoy a plant companion in your home, these are my favorite low light tolerant plants:
- Dracaena trifasciata (commonly known as the Snake Plant) – The snake plant is known as one of the most durable plants. They are often considered a good beginner plant because they are harder to kill. While ideal conditions are 4-8 hours of sunlight, snake plants can tolerate less light. This one is super full and comes in different sizes.
- Epipremnum aureum (commonly known as the Pothos Plant) – The pothos plant has beautiful heart shaped leaves that trail perfectly down the sides of the pot. They are known to need very little care and aren’t shy to tell you when they need to be watered. Use a basic indoor potting mix and fertilize regularly. This one is the perfect size to start with!
- Zamioculcas zamiifolia (commonly known as the ZZ Plant) – The ZZ plant is a favorite of malls and offices around the world. You will often find them inside buildings because of their ability to tolerate lower light conditions. ZZ plants need a well draining potting mix, and infrequent waterings due to their ability to retain water for long periods of time. You will notice ZZ plants growing longer (or stretching) if they have little light for too long. This one has super cute pot options!
If you’re looking for ways to bring more light into your space you can add mirrors so the light can bounce around more, or do a fun project like this DIY modern grow light!