Almost every area of the home can be beautified and refreshed by a houseplant so why not add one in your colourful bathroom too.
Bathrooms are good environment for plants, due to its typical warm, humid temperature which favour almost any growing plant, plus the water needed is just close by. However, be sure to bear in mind these three factors —low light, high humidity, and temperature swings— when choosing plants for the bathroom.
To help you start embracing the plant-growing lifestyle, here are plant suggestions you can start growing in your bathroom:
1. PEACE LILY
This low-maintenance and adaptable houseplant is perfect for those who doesn’t share a green thumb like everyone else. With its majestic, long-lasting, white blooms, it can surely beautify your bathroom plus it is hardy, forgiving, and will even let you know when it is thirsty.
Color Variations: green leaves, white flower
Light Exposure: Requires plenty of sunshine to bloom.
Soil Needs: Soil must be moist but not too wet.
Note: If peace lilies wilt every two or three days, repot them in larger containers, which don't need watering as often.
2. BROMELIADS
Looks can be deceiving but this tropical plant is easy to care and does not require any high maintenance nor special treatments. Just be sure to feed them with orchid fertilizer as they require the same nutrients needed by orchids and a humid bathroom is perfect for them.
Color Variations: Dark green foliage; pink or red flowers
Light Exposure: Medium to bright, indirect light;
Soil Needs: Depends on genus and species; those requiring soil do well in a succulent potting mix
3. AGLAONEMA (CHINESE EVERGREEN)
This large-leaved tropical plant can thrive even if you forget to water and feed it. They are wonderfully diverse, vibrant, and colourful with strikingly patterned leaves. They are the perfect choice for less than ideal light condition and forgetful plant owners.
Color Variations: Dark green; some varieties are variegated
Light Exposure: Low, indirect light; does not like any direct sun
Soil Needs: Rich, well-drained potting mix
4. BAMBOO (LUCKY BAMBOO)
Give your bathroom that relaxing spa vibe and choose a super low-maintenance bamboo plant. It is an air-purifying plant that is hassle-free, plus the addition of a bamboo plant in your bathroom neutralizes sha chi (bad energy).
Color Variations: Green, yellow, brown, black, red to hues of blue
Light Exposure: Can thrive in low-light spaces
Soil Needs: Requires fertile, slightly acidic, well drained but moist soil
5. SNAKE PLANT (SANSEVIERIA)
Snake plants are a perfect plant for beginners and busy Londoners as it can tolerate most indoor conditions. They are resilient succulents that can grow anywhere which can boost the ambiance of your bathroom with satisfiable health benefits.
Color Variations: Deep green leaves with gray-green stripes
Light Exposure: Bright, warm light; avoid direct sunlight
Soil Needs: Soil-based potting mix
Embrace a little nature in your home and start growing bathroom-friendly plants to improve not only decor but also the air quality in your bathroom.
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