Inexpensive Indoor Greenery to Enhance Your Plant Assemblage
In the world of houseplants, there's a misconception that they can be expensive and high-maintenance. However, this isn't always the case. This article will guide you through some affordable, beginner-friendly houseplants that require minimal care, making them perfect for those just starting their green thumb journey.
Firstly, let's talk about spider plants. They are easy to propagate by clipping and replanting the baby spidies on long, slender stems. Other affordable options include small succulents like Dwarf Jade Plant and Haworthia, cuddly cacti, bromeliad Vriesea Intenso Orange, and Kalanchoe Flapjack. These low-maintenance plants are often small in size, drought-tolerant, and suitable for beginners.
So, where can you find these affordable houseplants? Grocery stores and chain garden centres often have underpriced or overlooked plants. You might even find large plants like Monstera Deliciosa for around $20. Plant trades and swaps are another great option, where you can exchange cuttings or whole plants, sometimes for free.
Online marketplaces like Amazon (quality varies) and specialized succulent sites like Leaf & Clay (starting at $8) are also worth exploring. Local nurseries or garden centres may have sales or budget selections as well.
If you're feeling crafty, creating houseplants from cuttings can help you find less expensive plants. You can even obtain free houseplant cuttings from friends or neighbours, particularly from foliage plants like pothos or philodendron.
Common houseplant favourites, such as golden pothos, snake plants, peace plants, spider plants, and succulents, are easier to care for and often available at low cost. These plants also have the added benefit of being air-cleaning and low-light plants, making them affordable options for any home.
However, it's important to note that some trendy, expensive plants belong to the current botanical "in-crowd". Plants like Calathea rattlesnake and white bird of paradise are more expensive and require more effort to maintain.
For those looking for additional gardening tips, signing up for a platform newsletter can provide you with videos, information, and even a free e-book "How to Grow Delicious Tomatoes". If you're interested in learning more about houseplants in a more hands-on way, consider joining a public tour at the San Francisco Botanical Garden, led by master gardener and docent Teo Spengler.
Lastly, remember that houseplants can transform a space from "blah" to "wow" without requiring much money or energy. Affordable houseplants, like amaryllis bulbs, can grow into large, bright, starry blossoms in a few weeks. So, why not start your houseplant journey today? You might be surprised at how easy and rewarding it can be!
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Transform your living space with affordable lifestyle choices, such as home-and-garden products like houseplants. Affordable houseplants, such as amaryllis bulbs, can be found at various places, including grocery stores, chain garden centres, online marketplaces like Amazon, and local nurseries or garden centres. You can also try plant trades and swaps or create houseplants from cuttings for even more cost-effective options.
