Plants at home: tips on which ones to have and how to grow them

It is true that the pandemic has been changing people’s relationship with where they live. Living in a well-lit, ventilated and spacious home has become a priority. And, within this “new normal” trend, plants are also gaining prominence. In addition to making the house more beautiful, they fill and transform the place, bringing a feeling of vitality, joy and warmth. also favor the well-being and improve the physical and emotional health of residents.

Plants are living beings, and therefore, they also have the ability to purify the air and improve the climate of the house. “They are alive and transform, generating unexpected shapes, unlike other objects used in interior decoration. In addition to the physical health benefits, growing plants at home is finding a quiet time in the midst of routine, connecting with nature, with the simplicity of life. This contact with nature at home, leads to a feeling of pause and distance from urban everyday life, creating a refuge within the home itself”, emphasizes the architect of the A.Yoshii Group, Ana Paula Pimentel.

how to choose

But, to choose the best plant, it is necessary to consider the light and humidity conditions of each environment. According to the architect of the A.Yoshii Group, Ana Paula Pimentel, “before choosing a plan for a specific corner, pay attention to whether direct sunlight at that point and at what times, because the closer to noon, the stronger the sun. There are plants that don’t like direct sun and plants that need it. A watering also varies by species. In general, prefer plants suitable for your routine: how many times you can water a week is also an important factor when choosing”, he explains.

See below a list of plants that are easy to grow and recommended to have at home:

Fern

They are super high in interior decoration. They don’t like the sun, but they do well in warm environments. They fill the space with volume and beauty.

Succulents

Succulents are well known for their chubby leaves and can be found in different colors and formats. They should only be watered when the soil is dry and are usually the most chosen for internal environments. As they offer a wide variety, they form a beautiful and creative composition.

aloe vera

It needs to be planted in medium to large sized pots, needs to be watered only once a week and needs a little sunlight, so locations close to windows are excellent.

Adam’s rib

Despite the large leaves, it is a kind of small plant. It adapts well to different environments, they are strong and resistant, but they do not appreciate direct sunlight. They adapt well in pots of soil or water.

dracena

The dracena looks like a shrub, but when grown indoors, it retains proportionate sizes. The plant generates a few flowers and does not need to be watered very often. It grows easily and is great for floor pots in living rooms. For those looking for a plant for indoors with volume and beauty, it is the perfect option.

Saint George sword

A beautiful species for indoor environments, it has thick and long leaves, with mixed green tones. It helps improve air quality and makes the environment cooler. Adapts very well planted in vases.