If you have not yet tried your hand at gardening in this pandemic, this is now the time. There are reasons why plantitos and plantitas surfaced during quarantine; and although many folks are still intimidated by the idea of becoming plant parents, we compiled a list of indoor plants that will open your mind!

Plants for Beginners

Snake plant

Snake plants, also known as Sansevieria, are among the simplest houseplants to care for. This succulent plant is easy to grow and is ideal for beginners.

To plant this, select a pot with a drainage hole at the bottom. Terra cotta pot is ideal for snake plants because it allows the soil to dry out more easily than plastic pot.
Snake plants prefer bright, indirect light, but can tolerate some direct sunlight as well. They do, however, grow well in shady corners and other low-light areas of the house (albeit more slowly).

Peace Lilies

Peace lilies are evergreen tropical plants that thrive in dappled sunlight and consistent moisture on the forest floor. The key to getting your peace lily to be happy and healthy is to replicate these conditions at home.

To plant a Peace lily, use a well-draining, all-purpose potting soil. The peace lily may eventually outgrow its pot, at which point it can be divided. Remove the plant from its pot and divide it into smaller plants, ensuring that each clump has several leaves. Peace lily grows from rhizomes so it can withstand some rough treatment during division.

Pothos

You’re in luck if you’re looking for viney or trailing plants! Another indoor plant that is relatively easy to care for is the Pothos. Even though it starts out small, you may need to repot this plant due to its rapid growth. Pothos can thrive in both moderate and low light environments, so you can put it almost anywhere in your home.
To plant a Pothos, select a container with a drainage hole in the bottom. Pothos plants dislike sitting in wet soil and rots quickly.

Spider Plant

Because the Spider Plant doesn’t like direct sunlight, you’ll want to keep it a little further away from the window. This vibrant plant will transform your space into the urban jungle of your dreams, provided it is watered at least once a week and receives bright indirect sunlight.

To plant it, place it in a potting mix that is soil-based and drains well. Spider plants prefer consistent moisture levels; they don’t like it when it’s too dry or too wet.

It grows quickly and can quickly outgrow their pots. Plan on repotting a spider plant every other year or so.

Aloe Vera

The aloe vera plant is a simple, attractive succulent that makes an excellent indoor plant. Aloe vera plants are also useful because the juice from their leaves can be applied topically to relieve pain from scrapes and burns.

Before planting, it’s critical to select the appropriate container. A terra-cotta or similarly porous pot is recommended, as it will allow the soil to dry thoroughly between waterings. It will also keep the plant from tipping over. It’s also possible to use a plastic or glazed pot, though these will hold more moisture.

Place your aloe vera plant in the soil after filling the pot about a third of the way with a well-draining potting mix. Continue filling in soil around the plant, keeping in mind that the top of the soil should be at least 34 inches away from the rim of the pot. The aloe plant’s bottom leaves should also be just above the soil. After planting, do not water.