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10 Beautiful Flowering Houseplants To Liven Up Your Home
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10 Beautiful Flowering Houseplants To Liven Up Your Home
As much as we love our leafy houseplants, it’s undeniably exciting to see a flower bloom indoors.
Though many houseplants have a particular growing season where you might see more flowers, some can bloom year-round if cared for properly. Bring the vibrancy of your garden indoors with these cheerful flowering plants.
Peace lily
Peace lilies are low-maintenance houseplants characterized by their shiny leaves and rounded white flowers. With enough light, this plant will bloom in the early summer and continue throughout the year in the right conditions. Heads up: peace lilies are mildly toxic, so keep them out of reach of children and pets who might eat the plant.
Size: Up to 16 inches tall
Pet friendly: No
African violet
Soft and dainty, African violets can produce single or double blossoms in an array of shades. In their natural habitat, this plant is protected by forest tree canopies, so be sure to place them in a spot with filtered light during the summer months. If your African violet has dark, healthy leaves but isn’t blooming, try increasing the light.
Size: 8 to 10 inches
Pet-friendly: Yes
Anthurium
Also called flamingo flowers, this bright plant blooms heart-shaped waxy flowers. Thanks to its tropical roots, anthurium needs a warm spot with high humidity, such as a greenhouse or bathroom.
Size: 12 to 18 inches
Pet-friendly: No
Jasmine
Jasmine’s starry white flowers are known for their sweet scent. Be sure to plant jasmine in well-draining materials like bark, peat, and loose soil. Remember that jasmine is a climbing vine, so it’ll require proper pruning and care.
Size: 3 to 20 feet
Pet-friendly: Yes
Orchid
This classic plant comes in a number of vibrant shades, from magenta to white to variegated pinks. While orchids have a reputation for being hard to care for—which can lead to a bloom-less plant—a little extra love can go a long way. Place your orchid in a bright spot with indirect light, feed it with regular fertilizer during the growing season, and not overwater.
Size: 1 to 36 inches (depending on variety)
Pet-friendly: Yes
Christmas cactus
Beloved during the holidays, the Christmas cactus blooms at the beginning of winter. Its slightly serrated vine-like leaves are complemented by bright blooms at their tips. Make sure you plant your cactus in sandy or loose potting soil so that it drains properly.
Size: 6 to 12 inches
Pet-friendly: Yes
Angel-wing begonia
This drapey plant looks stunning in a hanging basket both outside and indoors. They come in colourful corals and pinks that are sure to liven up your home.
Size: 1 to 6 feet
Pet-friendly: No
Kalanchoe
Kalanchoe is a popular tropical houseplant adorned with clusters of tiny flowers in red, pink, yellow, orange, and white. Also known as window’s thrill, this light-loving plant is easy to care for and drought-resistant, making it perfect for the forgetful plant parents.
Size: 6 to 18 inches
Pet-friendly: No
Bromeliad
Bring a tropical vibe to your home with a pineapple-esque bromeliad! There are about 2,500 species of the genus, though the Guzmania, neoregelia and Vriesea are the best for beginners. As a bonus, these bright blooms have been shown to purify your air.
Size: 6 to 24 inches tall
Pet-friendly: Yes
Purple Oxalis
The purple oxalis plant, or a purple shamrock, produces tiny white and lavender flowers. Place this plant by the window to keep it healthy and happy.
Size: ½ to 1 foot
Pet-friendly: No
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