Houseplants are the perfect way to transform your home quickly and easily. Green foliage adds colour and boosts welcoming, cozy vibes. Whether you’re looking for a statement or prefer to keep it humble, indoor trees are going to fit right in with your interior.
When it comes to caring for your indoor trees and plants, many types of indoor trees require different levels of care, however there is a simple set of rules you can follow.
Firstly, check your plants regularly for pests and dust. You can polish them gently with a damp cloth to keep them looking healthy. Next, be sure to water your indoor trees directly via the soil with room-temperature water when needed. This is usually once the soil is completely dry. And finally, try to avoid moving them around the house too much to allow them to settle into their surroundings.
As well as being an attractive statement piece for any room, it has also been proven that indoor trees have many health benefits. Studies suggest that caring for houseplants can reduce psychological and physiological stress - and have been proven by NASA to purify the air. So, with so many options to choose from, we’ve compiled a list of the best indoor trees that will help you feel more connected to nature. Here are the best indoor trees that can be delivered right to your door - guaranteed to make your house a happy home.
The best indoor trees
1 of 8Palm Tree (Golden Cane Palm) - 90 cm Tall House Plant
Palms are the perfect statement piece for any corner of a room. They are easy to care for and do well in high-moisture, medium-light areas. Avoid placing them in direct sunlight (as this can burn their leaves) and make sure to check the health of their soil as they can get root-rot if left uncared for.
2 of 8Fruit Salad Tree Plant
You don't have to live in the tropics to grow citrus fruits. The Fruit Salad Tree (Feijoa) can be grown indoors and are a great way of adding colour to your home. For best results, give this plant plenty of sunlight and, ideally, in a warm part of the house.
3 of 8Umbrella Tree (Schefflera)
The Umbrella Tree(Schefflera) can grow up to 8 feet tall inside if given enough light. They are best suited to confident plant parents as they tend to need a bit more attention. Be sure not to overwater them due to root-rot and provide plenty of sunlight.
4 of 8Indoor Yucca Plant with Basket
This stylish Yucca tree is yet another fashionable and easy-to-care-for indoor tree. They do not require much watering or attention and this one comes in a stunning basket which makes a stunning addition to your interior.
5 of 8Indian Rubber Tree Plant Indoor
The Rubber Tree plant (also known as the Ficus Elastica) is famously low maintenance and needs little parenting. They require watering ever-other-week and only require medium or bright light to be happy.
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6 of 8Rick the Corn Plant
The Corn Plant (Dracaena fragrans, Dragon plant, Dragon tree) has all the glamour of a palm tree but with even less maintenance. To keep Rick happy, all you need is moderate watering and fair to bright lighting. Rick can even go in the bathroom and loves humidity.
7 of 8Indoor Weeping Fig Plant
The Weeping Fig tree (Ficus Exotica) is another popular choice of indoor tree. They are more tolerant of low-light than most indoor trees and only require moderate watering. Sudden changes in temperature or light may cause leaf drop, though.
8 of 8Pachira Aquatica Plant with Braided Stem
If you're worried about over-watering, the Pachira plant may be the one for you. They prefer moderate to bright light and slightly moist soil.
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