Just because it's winter and there's nothing growing outside doesn't mean your digs have to be equally bleak. Embrace that #JungalowStyle and fill your living space with indoor-friendly, trendy plants that will keep your house looking lush until spring. No green thumb? No problem. We've rounded up some practically kill-proof options here for you too.
Aloe: Easy to care for *and* good for you? Sign us up! Ideal for kitchens where you can snap off a piece and treat stovetop burns quickly and efficiently, this natural medicine plant does well with infrequent watering and bright light. (Photo via We Are Found)
Fiddle Leaf Fig: The 'It' plant of the decorating world, these big, lush trees add a pop of life (and height) to any corner. Probably the most finicky of the bunch, they do like bright, indirect sunlight, and require water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. (Photo via Room for Tuesday)
Parlor Palm: Can't you just picture an old English tea room filled with these frond-like plants? This appropriately named pretty palm is ideal for filling in those awkward spaces that need a little life. It only requires moderate light to flourish, so don't feel bad for tucking it out of the way. (Photo via HGTV)
Hoya Obvata: Showcase this plant's best asset and place it on a high shelf so its tendrils can grow long and hang down for dramatic flair. Bonus: Because it's semi-succulent, it requires little to no maintenance. (Photo via Birdasaurus)
Oxalis: In addition to a healthy dose of oxygen, this Oxalis offers a much-appreciated pop of color thanks to its deep purple leaves. The plant may look delicate, but don't let that fool you — it's as tough as they come, and only requires a little bit of light and watering. But beware: Despite its sweet nature, this plant is toxic to animals. (Photo via Happy Interior Blog)
Pothos: If you're still on the fence about which plant is best, then this plant is your jam. These versatile growers will thrive even if you water them sporadically. Buy it, pot it, and then fuggedaboutit. (Photo via Inhabitat)
Succulents: Ready to start your indoor garden but afraid you'll kill your first fern? Then sturdy succulents are for you. Their tough skin makes them a hardy bunch (remember, they thrive under desert conditions) so they can pretty much live anywhere. The only requirement is to water them when the soil is dry, which may take longer in not-so-sunny spaces. (Photo via Free People)
Jade Plant: Looking for a little extra good luck in your life in addition to some greenery? Then this succulent is the answer. It's nearly impossible to kill and thrives in all types of environments. And if you want even more jade plants around your house, snap off a branch and put it in some soil to propagate. Soon enough, you'll be swimming in greenery. (Photo via Domino)
Peace Lily: If you're nervous about remembering to water a plant, then start your horticulture career with this one. When it starts to droop, it's letting you know it's parched, and you'll be able to watch it spring back to life after a good drink of H2O. (Photo via HGTV)
Cyclamen: Everyone has that room in their house that's colder than the rest. Luckily, this repeat bloomer likes it cooler than 68 degrees (but warmer than 40 degrees). (Photo via My Soulful Home)
Want more ways to decorate with plants? Check out our boards on Pinterest!
More From Garden
Fall is right around the corner, and we're getting amped up for our next session of Selfmade, Brit + Co's 10-week interactive startup school. Designed to help you create a new business or grow your existing one, this course is personally led by Brit + Co founder Brit Morin and co-founder Anjelika Temple, and supported by more than a dozen of the top female entrepreneurs, creatives, and investors in the country. Students receive personalized coaching on everything from how to get out of your comfort zone to how to scale your business, and everything in between. And now, thanks to Office Depot, even more of you can join the course!
For the fall session, we're thrilled to team up with Office Depot to grant 200 FREE scholarship seats to the course. Scholarships are open to US residents, focusing on women of color, women from underserved and underrepresented communities, and women in need of support to help them trail-blaze. After all, we firmly believe that your support system is a huge part of how you achieve greatness, and we are here to cheer all of you on.
To nominate yourself or someone you know for a scholarship, head to our nomination form right here. The deadline for scholarship nominations is September 27th — it's time to take the leap!
Beyond the scholarship, Office Depot is all about helping you accomplish more. Whether it be the start phase, growth phase or keep businesses going phase, Office Depot offers a full suite of business solutions, including services and products, to help you work from anywhere, organize and save time and help build your brand.
So what are you waiting for? Take a chance on yourself and get yourself one step closer to truly being selfmade. Learn more about the Selfmade program, apply for a scholarship and prepare to be inspired :)