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11 Plants That Do Not Require Much Care

Ideal for busy people.

By Jaylyn RedPublished 4 years ago 3 min read
11 Plants That Do Not Require Much Care
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Indoor plants that grow easily and do not require special care are the perfect solution for busy or lazy people. Here are 10 plants that do not require much care and that survive even when neglected. Anyone can keep them in the house without risking losing them because they forgot about them.

Succulent plant

It is a perennial plant with large, fleshy leaves that accumulates and retains water to survive arid climatic conditions. That is why it should not be watered by day, it tolerates strong light and thrives in dry soil.

Ficus

It is one of the most popular indoor decorative plants. It does not require much care but thrives in places where they are exposed to strong sunlight. During the growing season, the focus needs water.

You should also water the plant regularly from spring to fall, gradually reducing the frequency in early September. In winter, it should be watered only once every 10 days.

Mother-in-law's tongue

An unpretentious plant that can grow even in a dry room. In addition, it is quite tolerant of strong sunlight but can grow well in partial shade. Since the plant does not like moist soil, watering it moderately in the spring and once a month is enough.

Spathiphyllum

It is an excellent choice when it comes to offices or homes where the sun does not penetrate too often. The plant thrives in high humidity conditions which means that you must not forget to water it regularly.

Yucca

Yucca is a very hardy and hardy plant. This plant dies when it is watered and pampered too much, so leave it alone! It should be placed next to a window with filtered light and watered once every 2 weeks in summer and once every 1 month in winter.

Yucca is well cared for and extremely satisfied when its leaves are firm to the touch and raised, not lying next to the stem. Yucca can be bought starting at 50 cm and can reach up to 2 meters in height, being available with one or more stems. Depending on how many stems it has and how tall it is, yucca is cheaper or more expensive.

It is preferable to leave yucca in the transport pot in which you bought it and place it with this pot in a decorative mask. Don't forget to put a plate under the pot to catch the water from the watering hole.

Home growth (Impatiens)

The growth of the house is a great plant for the apartment. He likes moisture so don't be afraid to pour water regularly. Remember that it is better with more water than with too little water.

Ivy

Not only does it grow easily inside the house and does not require much attention, but it is also very beautiful. Ivy grows both in areas with strong sun and shade, tolerates dry air and dust well. Be sure to water the plant regularly.

Cactus

These green plants can survive in extreme conditions. All a cactus needs to grow is a little soil, sunlight, and water. Some cacti, especially the young ones, often bloom, but sometimes it takes 3–4 years for the first flower to appear.

Chlorophytum

One of the most popular houseplants. It can grow in any type of soil, tolerates any kind of light, and handles well in any pot, of any shape. If you forget to water it, its leaves will start to turn yellow, but the plant will not dry out.

To the rooster

It is also a fairly popular plant used to decorate both homes and offices. Even the rooster loves the shade, which is why it should not be exposed to sunlight. It is best to place it at a distance from the window but not in a dark place. And one more thing… the plant blooms quite rarely inside.

Kalanchoe

It has long been known for its healing properties. It has anti-inflammatory properties and helps open wounds to heal and heal faster. Beyond the medicinal properties, however, many such plants are used for decorative purposes. It grows easily and does not require much attention. The ideal temperature at which it develops and blooms varies between 12–30C.

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