As much as I love plants and animals; I can't keep plants alive, and I can't be the only one!
Instead of planting a tree outside for Arbor Day, April 24th, I'm planting an inside plant! (Also to celebrate earth day!) For those of you who don't have land to plant a tree, here's 5 indoor plants that are bound to live: (All listed plants are children and pet safe)
1. Grape Ivy:
About: Although it is a vine, this plant thrives in hanging baskets. It has rich green leaves, with lots of texture.
Name: Cissus rhombifolia
Light: medium light required
Water: keep evenly moist, don't over water
2. Fiddleleaf Fig:
About: A small tree with violin shaped leaves, tolerates low light; sometimes dropping it's lower leaves. If it gets too tall, snip and replant!
Name: Ficus Lyrata
Light: Medium to bright light preferred
Water: Allow soil surface to dry in between waterings
3. Snake Plant
About: this plant tolerates neglect very well, they can get up to four feet tall and wide. Smaller birds nest sizes are available
Name: Sansevieria Trifasciata
Light: low to bright light
Water: Allow soil surface to dry between waterings
4. Spider Plant
About: Ever seen these at Grandmas? These are an old-fashioned plant that comes in a variety of colors and sizes
Name: Chlorophytum Comosum
Light: Medium to bright light
Water: Keep soil evenly moist
5. Boston Fern
About: This plant thrives in high humidity, perfect for a hanging basket or setting on a pedestal. Although it looks delicate, this plant will live for decades if kept moist
Name: Nephrolepis Exaltata
Light: Medium to bright light
Water: Keep soil evenly moist
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