Some of the easiest houseplants to care for include spathiphyllum, aloe vera, zamioculcas, sansevieria and chlorophytum. Landscape architect and Greenworks ambassador to Russia Ilya Vasetsky told socialbites.ca.
According to Vasetsky, spathiphyllum, popularly called “female happiness”, is unpretentious in terms of lighting and therefore suitable for rooms oriented to the north, west and east.
“Spathiphyllum prefers moist soil and warm climates, but can also withstand slightly cold temperatures. Water the plant when the top layer of soil becomes dry to the touch, as the “female happiness” cannot tolerate stagnant water,” the expert said.
According to the expert, Aloe vera requires good drainage and it is better to plant it in soil for succulents or cacti, sand or perlite.
“Choose a well-lit location and water your pet no more than once a week, as the plant is drought tolerant,” Vasetsky advised.
Speaking of Zamioculcas, the landscape architect noted that this facility has the capacity to clean up to 8 cubic meters. the air around you.
“The lush green foliage of Zamioculcas delights all year round, even when it is not in bloom, so this plant is especially suitable for dark rooms, offices, hospital lobbies and shopping malls. In order for a flower to actively grow green mass, it needs to prepare a nutritious, loose substrate according to the scheme given for aloe vera. Zamioculcas does not tolerate excessive moisture; Watering once every two weeks will suit him,” said the expert.
Vasetsky added that Sansevieria, or “mother-in-law’s tongue” and “crane tail” are “air purification champions.”
“The plant is resistant to most pests and diseases, does not need lighting and can survive with infrequent watering. The flower has a compact root system, so when planting, make sure that the roots are not buried too deeply. Water the sansevieria moderately, allowing the soil to dry completely between waterings, and it will surely delight you with the peculiar folds of its leaves,” says the expert.
According to Vasetsky, Chlorophytum grows very quickly and looks best when hung in a pot.
“It does not require regular watering and easily adapts to different lighting conditions, although it prefers bright but diffused light. The landscape architect advised that Chlorophytum should be watered moderately, keeping the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
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