Best Houseplants for Low Light and How to Care for Them

Houseplants add a certain something to every room in your home, and contrary to popular belief, not all of them require a sunny windowsill in order to grow successfully. Low light houseplants can be set in a shaded windowsill, bathroom counter or bedroom vanity so that you can still enjoy fresh growing plants. The following houseplants can be grown in low light.

Spider Plants
Spider plants have really grown in popularity over the last couple years because of their ability to grow in any room and every location. Even those individuals who find a way to kill every plant, have found spider plants easy to grow. Grow them in pots, baskets or any odd container you have around the house. The best part, in a few weeks your spider plant will be branching out and you will have starter plants to share with friends and relatives.

Mother in Law's Tongue
Mother in Law's Tongue has both an interesting name and shape. Tall, deep green spikes shoot up and add a lot of dimension to any dark corners of a room. Able to grow in even the poorest conditions, Mother in Law's Tongue is a great starter plant for anyone, and a great low light option. Be careful not to over water and re-pot annually.

Peace Lily
The Peace Lily is popular because it has come to be known as a plant that filters and cleans the air of the room it is placed in. Surprisingly, because it has a floral bloom, peace lily is able to grow very well in shaded environments. In nature it is found growing under thick canopy, able to flourish where little else can even grow. In your home, make sure you add it to a pot or container that is best able to set off the broad leaves and spiking flowers.

Evergreens and Ivy
There are several evergreens and Ivy that do well in low light conditions, and depending on where you live, you should be able to find at least one variety. Chinese Evergreen is not native to the States, but it grows well in shaded areas. Choose it for its brightly colored leaves that add light to any corner and the white flowers that will bloom on a plant that receives some sunlight. English Ivy is a good option for those looking to grow something that can be trained or made to cover an area. Most shady locations will do and you can add a trellis element and prune to size.