It’s no surprise that adding houseplants in your home does not only make your space look fresh and lively but also Instagrammable too. Yes, the #jungalow is alive and kickin’, and more millennials are getting into the trend of collecting houseplants and turning their homes into indoor jungles.
However, the question is, how do you decide which plants should you have in your home? We collected 7 Instagram-worthy plants you must-have in every room of your home. Plus, read our plant care tips to keep your greenery friends alive. Let’s start diggin’!
Living Room: Swiss Cheese Plant
Swiss Cheese Plant or also known as Monstera, is the most popular houseplant on Instagram. This plant appeared in 7.8% of all indoor plant posts and has an average of 745 likes. No doubt, this “it” plant is loved by interior stylists, celebrities, and Instagram influencers. This pretty plant is perfect to place in your living room where it can instantly welcome your guests, and make the space lively.
Botanical name: Monstera Deliciosa
Light: Monstera prefers gentle sunlight.
Water: Moderate levels of watering only. Make sure the top of the soil is dry to the touch before watering again.
Toxicity: Monstera leaves and roots are toxic to cats, dogs, and people.
Other plant care tips: Clean their leaves with a cloth every day, and spray the leaves of your Monstera once a week.
Learn more about how to take care of your Monstera plant in our Plant Care page.
Dining Room: Princess Blue
Add some elegance to your dining room table with these beautiful pastel-colored succulents. Princess Blue is one of the top Instagram-worthy plants to add to your home. This plant appeared in 7% of all indoor plant posts and has an average of 1395 likes. Quite impressive, huh? Also, this plant is perfect for newbies because they’re super easy to care for.
Light: Requires bright sunlight to grow.
Water: Once a week or once every few weeks.
Toxicity: Safe for pets.
Other plant care tips: Must place in a pot with good drainage to prevent rot.
Kitchen: Fiddle Leaf Fig
We have mentioned in our Fiddle Leaf Fig blog that this is one of today’s “it” plants because of its fancy and gorgeous appearance. Although it’s a bit finicky, this plant is perfect to bring life to your kitchen. Always remember to give this plant a little extra love to keep it alive and healthy.
Light: Fiddle leaf figs love sunlight. Place it by your kitchen door or window.
Water: Water when the soil is dry.
Toxicity: Toxic for cats, dogs, and horses.
Other plant care tips: Always give this plant extra attention and check their leaves regularly since they’re prone to plant pests.
Learn more about how to keep your Fiddle Leaf Fig happy and healthy in our Plant Care blog.
Bathroom: Boston Fern
Boston Fern is not just an efficient air-purifying plant, but it’s also one of the top Instagram-worthy plants today because it looks gorgeous hanging from baskets. This plant appeared in 3.64% of all indoor plant posts and has an average of 164 likes. It’s a perfect plant to place in your bathroom because it loves high humid places.
Light: Boston Fern prefers bright, indirect light.
Water: Water the plant when the soil becomes damp.
Toxicity: Safe for cats and dogs.
Other plant care tips: Do not allow the soil to dry out, and mist with water frequently.
Bedroom: Snake Plant
We have mentioned in our Snake Plant blog that this plant is the most suitable plant for newbies and forgetful owners because it’s the easiest plant to take care of and hardest to kill. However, snake plants are also one of the most popular plants on Instagram. Also known as Mother-in-Law’s Tongue (yes, really) is an air-purifying plant, and it’s a perfect bedroom companion.
Light: Prefers indirect sunlight or medium light.
Water: Water when the soil is dry.
Toxicity: Toxic to cats, dogs, and horses.
Other plant care tips: Snake plants are prone to mealybugs and spider mites. Wash the leaves and increase humidity.
Learn more about how to take care of your Snake Plant in our Plant Care blog.
Kid’s Bedroom: Desert Gems
Believe it or not, but these plants are one of the most Instagram-worthy plants for “kid at heart” plant parents and for parents. They’re perfect plants for your kid’s bedroom because of their colorful appearance that brightens any room, and they’re also easy to care for.
Light: Requires bright sunlight to grow.
Water: Once every 10 to 14 days.
Toxicity: Safe for kids, but keep away from pets ’cause they might eat the plant.
Other plant care tips: Do not overwater. Too much moisture will kill these pretty cacti.
Home Office: Aloe Vera
It’s no surprise that Aloe Vera is on the list of the most Instagram-worthy plants. Aside from the fact that this plant is perfect for busy plant parents and newbies, it’s also an air-purifying plant and offers other health benefits like it improves your mood and increases your concentration. Perfect as a home office plant to help you cross off everything on your to-do list.
Light: Prefers bright and sunny places.
Water: Needs little water to survive.
Toxicity: Toxic to cats, dogs, and horses.
Other plant care tips: Use a well-draining potting mix, such as those made for cacti and succulents.
Tips on how to keep your indoor plants alive
- Research about your plant
- Use the correct potting soil
- Choose the correct pot for your plant
- Water properly: do not overwater or underwater your plants
- Give them sunlight
- Remember to give the right amount of fertilizer
- Prevent pests problems
- Give them lots of love
Make your followers go wow and hit that like button by making every room of your home Instagrammable and healthier with these Instagram-worthy plants. Grow your plant knowledge. Check out our Plant Care page to learn more tips on how to keep your plants alive and healthy.
