Nothing looks better than seeing sunbeams on your houseplants, showcasing their lush green beauty. If you struggle to find that special plant for your windowsill, here are a few ideas for plants to get you started.
Cactus
Sun-loving cacti are some of the best options for your windowsill. These stunning plants don’t require much attention and can be left alone with little maintenance. Place them on your windowsill where they’ll get some sunlight and they’ll show their appreciation through their growth. The more direct sunlight they receive, the happier they are.
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Jade plant
They are true indoor window plants and appreciate a sunny window. Jade plants need at least 4 hours of sun a day to thrive. As a succulent, they require little water as they store water in their chunky succulent-like leaves. Jade houseplants are slow growers so you don’t have to worry about your window space being overtaken.
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Dracaena
The dracaena plants are the best indoor windowsill plants to add freshness and beauty to a spacious room. These houseplants love direct sunlight and may even lose some eaves if they don’t receive enough sun. It is easy to care for and doesn’trequire much water. Dracaena have green spiky leaves with stripes on them givingthem the name dracaena dragon plant.
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Snake plants
These classic and beloved houseplants are so easy to care for. Since they can handle darker spots, snake plants grow well on windowsills that don’t always get much sunlight. They will also grow well in partial shade.
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Polka Dot Begonia
With its striking polka dot leaves, this plant tolerates full to partial sun, making it a great option for windowsills. However, as tropical plants, they need watering at least twice a week.
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Whether you have a small window with little sunlight or are flooded with direct sunlight, you can find a plant or two that will share the love of the sun with you.
First published on Garden & Home
Words: Chumasande Matiwane
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