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Small House Plants - Add a Green Touch to Your Home With These Easy-To-Care For Houseplants

Our selection of small houseplants will bring the green of your home. They are perfect for any office or nook, you'll be in a position to easily care for these little beauties.

Many plants look like big popular plants, but are actually quite small. They thrive in bright light and require regular watering. Be aware of signs of dryness in the cacti. They don't like to be overwatered.

String of Pearls Plant

Curio herreanus is a succulent, also called string pearls. It looks like the plastic beads you found in your childhood dress-up boxes. This trailing plant provides color and texture while purifying the air and lessening stress in your home. It is also simple to grow and propagate, making it an excellent choice for people looking for a low maintenance houseplant.

The best way to begin when taking care of your string of pearls plant is determining how much water it needs. It will be contingent on the climate, soil quality and the size of the container. Water your plant as soon as you feel that the top inch of soil is dry. However, it's important to check it regularly and use a moisture tester or even your finger to test the soil's consistency.

Another important care method is trimming your string of pearls plant. This will encourage new growth, which makes your plant healthier and more full. It is recommended to cut off any dead stems and pearls and also leggy or overgrown portions of the plant.

When you are the process of repotting your string of pearls plant, it is best to do so when the plant is root-bound. If the roots are tangled, and crowded within the container, you can tell that this has happened. To continue to grow the string of pearls, cut several stems of between four and five inches from the growing end using the sterilised scissors or snips. Place the stems in the pot of succulent or cactus soil, then place it in bright indirect sun. Keep the soil moist until nodes begin to grow, which should happen within some weeks.

Polka Dot Plant

As the name suggests, this beautiful foliage plant has pink or white spots. It is native to South Africa and Madagascar, but it is also planted as an annual in zones that are temperate. Polka Dot plants (Hypoestes phyllostachya), whether they are planted in planters adorned with vibrant flowers, or as part of a greenery arrangement, can add texture and color to any space.

Polka dots thrive in soil that is rich in nutrients, drains well and has a pH of neutral and slightly acidic. They don't like it too wet, but they also don't want it drying out. The best method to water them is to apply the water that has been filtered at room temperature until the soil is completely saturated. You can also use your finger or a small stick to test the soil's moisture. It should be damp to the touch but not saturated.

The time for watering can differ based on the stage of growth of your Polka dot plant. During the growth period, from spring to autumn, it is important to keep the soil damp. However, don't let it get wet, as polka dot plants are susceptible to root rot. This plant also appreciates a monthly application of diluted fertilizer for houseplants.

Polka dots are prone to fungus diseases like leaf spot and root decay. To prevent them, ensure they are planted in a draining pot, and then water them thoroughly once the soil on top is dry, and remove any dead or damaged leaves.

String Of Heart Plant

A string of hearts (Ceropegia woodii) is a beautiful and unique addition to your home. It can be cultivated from seed or by layering. To layer you can simply drape a plant over a new pot of moist compost and ensure the tuber gets into the compost. Keep the compost moist for one month and you'll see roots emerge from the tubers into the soil. String of heart plants are also easy to propagate using cuttings in water or soil.

The best time to start propagating the plants is in the spring and summer. Cuttings should be taken from the base of a plant, leaving a few nodes on the end. They can then be submerged in water, and they will begin to develop roots. They can be repotted when the roots are long enough.

String of hearts plants thrive in spring and summer, when they are exposed to warm temperatures and indirect sun. It is essential to water it regularly to keep the soil moist, but be careful not to overwatering as this can lead to root rot. It is also important to ensure that the soil drains properly.

It is a simple plant and is not susceptible to many pests or diseases. It can be affected by fungus-gnats as well as other pests of houseplants that are common, like mealybugs. If your plant appears yellow or unhealthy, it could be due to excessive watering. Let the soil dry before watering it again.

Button Fern

The Button Fern is an indigenous low-lying New Zealand fern. Its densely covered fronds give it its name. It can be used as an indoor plant in a hanging pot or terrarium. It also makes a stunning accent for a shady area of the garden.

This plant requires a moist acidic soil. The ideal choice is an ericaceous peat-free pot mix. Ferns prefer shade and thrive in moderate to high levels of humidity. They require drying slightly between waterings, and prefer less misting than other ferns.

Fertilize a Button Fern once every two weeks using diluted liquid plant food during the growing season. Avoid high temperatures, which cause the plant to burn its roots and leaves. Button Ferns rarely need repotting due to their small roots.


Button ferns are prone to overwatering, particularly when they are grown in self-watering pots. Check for a wilted and yellowish appearance to determine if you've overwatered the plant. If you notice a large number of black roots in the bottom of the pot, the plant is dying and should be removed. To prevent this from happening be aware of the soil's moisture and only water your plant when the top inch of soil is dry. Button Ferns are sensitive to salt in tap water, so make sure to use rainwater or distilled water instead of regular tap water. If you have to use tap water, filter it instead of using bottled or hard water.

Baby Tears Plant

Baby Tears Plant is a fast-growing houseplant with green leaves and a beautiful bloom. It is an excellent choice for beginners who are interested in the world of foliage plants. It thrives in humid areas such as bathrooms and terrariums. The plant can be used as an ornamental ground cover or in hanging baskets. It can grow to be quite large, so it is important to trim it regularly.

This plant grows in tropical forests with temperatures between 20 and 38degC. It can benefit from light shade or misting during the hot summer months. Like most other plants, it could be susceptible to root rot this is why you must water regularly, keeping the soil moist but not overly wet at all times.

This plant is fairly easy to propagate and you can easily plant your own in pots or in the garden. To do so, simply wrap a piece of paper towel or moss around the base of a healthy stem. Spray the moss with water, but make sure it doesn't become saturated. Cover it with plastic wrap. Keep an eye on it every few days to determine if roots have formed.

The best time to water a Baby Tears plant is when the first two to three inches of soil are dry. In the spring and summer, it is best to keep this plant watered at least twice per week. During the winter, however, watering is lowered to when the soil feels dry an inch or so down. As like all plants, avoid excessive watering.

Senecio

Senecio is one of the succulent genus that are popular for house plant cultivation. They are easy-to-produce and require minimal maintenance. This genus can be planted in soil that is well-drained or in containers. It can also be propagated by cuttings of leaves or stems. Senecio can withstand extreme conditions such as drought and high temperatures. It is best to avoid freezing temperatures as they can damage roots.

The String of Pearls is a perennial flowering evergreen plant that can grow to an elevation of 3 feet. It is native to the dry areas of Southwest Africa, and grows as an elongated succulent. The leaves are covered in a waxy coating and have small, cream-colored flowers at the ends of the branches. This plant prefers light and indirect sunlight and needs a soil mix that drains well. A cactus mix or one made from standard potting soil with sand or grit will improve drainage and prevent water pooling in the bottom of the pot which could lead to root decay.

This Senecio is also known under the names Fishhook Senecio and Weeping Jade is a perennial, leaf-succulent vine with long, bean-like leaves, green stems, and fleshy, long, bean-like leaves. It is renowned for its curly leaf tips, which can be flattened or crimped and also the silvery white felted cover called tomentum. It is an excellent choice for beginners as it can be propagated using seeds.

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