The Benefits of Indoor Plants

Plants can brighten up indoor spaces and are known to have emotional-boosting qualities. Depending on the plant, indoor plants can be easy to take care of and can be used as a great option to "spruce" up your decor. 

Plants also help relieve stress and increase creativity which helps create a healthier, happier environment that will help you thrive. Indoor plants are the perfect option for those who have little yard space for an outdoor garden or for those who live in climates with severely cold winters. Plants can be found for relatively any household, low maintenance, low light, best air purifying plants, and plants for intermediate level indoor-gardeners. Plants have the ability to absorb excess moisture in the air through their leaves. The result is less humidity which equates to less mould and bacteria growing in your home. The most effective plants to aid with these issues are often ones that grow more happily in tropical environments like ferns and palms.

Easy to Care For

Spider Plant produces fast-growing shoots of little "babies" that you can re-pot for added greenery elsewhere. Just stick to well-lit spots, and don't forget weekly watering.

Money Tree is believed to be a symbol of good luck and prosperity. 

String of Hearts is typical for their vines to grow up to 12 feet long. 

Boston Fern  they are truly very strong and hardy plants that prefer humidity and lots of bright, indirect light away from drafty doors and heating vents. 

Best Plants for Your Bedroom

Aloe Vera is an easy, attractive succulent that makes for a great indoor companion.

Jasmine plants like water. The soil should always be slightly moist, but not soggy. It will grow well in full sun to partial shaded areas. 

English Ivy is a versatile houseplant that can be grown in many different situations. It's beneficial to give your ivy bright, indirect light. 

Lavender does best near a window that gets at least 3-4 hours of bright direct sunlight per day and grow in well draining soil to keep your indoor lavender plant healthy. 

Plants for a Pet-Free Home

** Note: This easy-to-care-for plant list is toxic to cats and dogs **

Peace lilies are ideal for those who tend to overwater plants. Give it sufficient light, and you'll see their spade-shaped flowers flourish over time. 
Monstera Deliciosa is a tropical plant that features leaves with holes, which lend to their exotic vibe. It needs moderate watering and indirect light (bright to medium is best).

Snake Plant is tough to kill. "Those can go for a month without water," says Nejman. The leaves are typically stiff, sharp and spikey.

Jade Plant retains water in its round leaves, so it can sometimes survive more than a month without any attention whatsoever. 

Philodendron can tolerate dark corners and very little watering. They tend to like to be dry, so don't empty a watering can more than once a week.

Ultimately, please do your research before purchasing a plant for your home to ensure it will be safe for the occupants in your home -- as to not trigger allergies for children and spouses or illness in your pets. 

Moving with Plants

Be sure to water your plants a few days before the move so the soil is still damp for moving day and find packaging that will most effectively to keep them secure, upright and safe inside a strong, durable box for support. 

Better yet, keep them in the front seat, and depending on the season, give your plants some cooling A/C or some warming heat. 

Open the boxes holding your plants as soon as you can in your new home and put them in sunlight. If plants start to wilt or tend to look sick after the move with your plants, remove the flowers so their energy can go into recovery. Don't be afraid to give your plants some fertilizer to help boost their nutrients. Houseplants don’t always appreciate the shock of moving.

Talk to your REALTOR® today about the best and easiest ways to improve the inside aesthetic of your new home and for more tips on the best way of moving with your plants.