Houseplants: the best plants for city living

Our houseplants are specially selected to thrive in urban living conditions. They adapt to limited light, small spaces, and the dry air from heating. Ideal for city dwellers who want to create an urban jungle without a garden or balcony, these plants transform your interior into a green oasis. Explore our full collection of indoor plants for even more choices.

Houseplants according to your light conditions

The available light determines your choice of houseplants. Urban apartments often present challenges: north-facing windows, buildings opposite that block the light, interconnecting rooms without windows. Sansevierias tolerate low-light spaces, perfect for hallways, bathrooms, or north-facing bedrooms. These hardy plants continue to grow even with reduced light, ideal for apartment living.

For rooms with more natural light, Monstera deliciosa and Ficus bring a spectacular green presence. Their lush foliage transforms your living room into a true urban oasis. Compact and trendy Pilea fit perfectly on shelves or desks. If you’re looking for varieties especially resistant to urban conditions, discover our selection of indestructible plants.

Houseplants for low-light spaces

• Sansevieria: adapts to low light, infrequent watering, improves air quality
• Zamioculcas: ultra tolerant, glossy evergreen foliage, no hassle
• Dracaena: slow growth, adapts to dark corners
• Aspidistra: nicknamed "iron plant," tough as nails

Houseplants for bright spaces

• Monstera deliciosa: design icon, spectacular foliage
• Ficus: indoor tree look, majestic presence
• Pilea: compact, easy to propagate, trendy
• Yucca: graphic shape, drought resistant

Compact houseplants for small spaces

Our houseplants often need to adapt to limited space. Studios and small urban apartments lack floor space, but that doesn’t mean giving up greenery. Choose compact or vertically growing plants that add green without crowding your daily living area.

Our cacti and succulents sit nicely on windowsills, shelves, or desks. Their miniature size offers a variety of shapes and colors with minimal footprint. These ideal houseplants require little care and fit perfectly into small urban spaces.

For studios, opt for houseplants that grow vertically rather than horizontally: Sansevieria, Dracaena, or small Ficus. They add height without taking up living space. Climbing plants on a support, like Monstera, create a strong visual impact with a minimal footprint, perfect for turning an empty corner into a green focal point.

Managing specific apartment conditions

Our houseplants must adapt to particular conditions. Central heating dries out the air considerably, a major challenge in winter. Dry air can cause leaf tips to brown. There are several solutions for your houseplants: group them to create a more humid microclimate, place them on trays of damp clay pebbles, or mist the foliage regularly.

Some houseplants tolerate dry air better: Sansevierias, Zamioculcas, cacti, and succulents are perfectly suited to heated apartments. Others like Calatheas or ferns require high humidity and thrive in bright bathrooms. To improve your indoor atmosphere while adding greenery, explore our collection of air-purifying plants that help purify the air.

Urban dust accumulates on the foliage of your houseplants and reduces their ability to photosynthesize. Clean them monthly with a damp cloth to maintain their vitality and appearance. This simple care makes all the difference for healthy houseplants.

Care tips for your houseplants

Proper watering remains the key to success for your houseplants. In heated apartments, soil dries faster than in houses. Check the soil moisture before each watering by inserting your finger 3-4 cm deep. Water only if the soil feels dry to the touch. To master this essential technique for your houseplants, consult our complete indoor plant watering guide.

Rotating houseplants helps them grow evenly. Give your plants a quarter turn each week, as they naturally lean toward the light. This simple habit ensures balanced, attractive growth, essential for houseplants that are often a room’s main decorative feature.

Fertilize your houseplants moderately from April to September; once a month is plenty. In winter, stop fertilizing completely, as plants go dormant when natural light decreases. Repotting is only necessary every 2 to 3 years for most houseplants. Choose a pot just slightly larger than the current one, with excellent drainage. Spring is still the ideal time for repotting.

Frequently asked questions

Which houseplants are best for a low-light space?

Sansevierias, Zamioculcas, Dracaenas, and Aspidistras are the best houseplants for low-light spaces. They tolerate low light and suit north-facing rooms, hallways, or windowless bathrooms. Their growth will be slower but they will stay healthy and continue to beautify your urban interior.

Which houseplants should I choose for a small space or studio?

Favor compact or vertical houseplants: Sansevieria, Zamioculcas, small Monstera on a support, succulents on shelves. Climbing plants maximize vertical space without occupying precious floor area. Avoid bulky plants that quickly crowd small urban spaces.

How should I water houseplants when the heating is on?

When the heating is on, check your houseplants’ soil moisture more often, because the soil dries out faster. Water as soon as the top few centimeters are dry. Increase ambient humidity by grouping your plants, using trays of moist clay pebbles, or regularly misting the foliage.

Can you have houseplants with pets?

Yes, but choose non-toxic houseplants if your pets tend to chew on them. Some common plants (Monstera, Sansevieria) can be toxic to cats and dogs. Check out our pet-friendly plant collection for safe and suitable options for your four-legged companions.