Best Indoor Plants for Winter
Winter’s here, and while the weather outside is frightful, your indoor garden can be downright delightful.
Forget the typical houseplants that barely survive the season. Swipe to see the 15 plants that thrive in winter, making your space feel like a lush, green oasis.
Above all, they also bring serious benefits like cleaner air, colorful blooms, and low-maintenance vibes. So what we are waiting for? Let’s get started.
Snake Plant (Sansevieria)
Meet the MVP of winter. Snake plants love neglect (aka, water them monthly) and thrive in low light. Plus, they filter toxins, so your stuffy, heated home feels fresher.
Stick it in a corner, and it’ll still look like a pro decorator lives there. Perfect for busy folks who forget plants exist until spring.
Plus, it’s an air purifier that helps remove harmful chemicals like formaldehyde and benzene.
Pothos (Devil’s Ivy)
Do you know those Pinterest-worthy trailing plants? That’s Pothos. It thrives in indirect light but doesn’t mind low-light corners.
Water it when the soil’s dry, and this hardy beauty will keep your winter vibe lush and green. Bonus: it’s nearly impossible to kill, truly, a winter hero.
This one is also great for purifying the air and removing toxins like xylene and formaldehyde.
ZZ Plant
The ultimate low-maintenance stunner. Shiny leaves and an attitude that screams, “Water me once a month and forget I’m here.”
The ZZ plant thrives in low light and looks like you’ve been cultivating it for years. Winter gloom? ZZ says, “Bring it.” Their unique root system allows them to store water for longer.
Their glossy, dark green leaves add a touch of elegance to any space.
Benefit: It’s a low-light tolerant air purifier that helps increase humidity in dry spaces.
Peace Lily
Winter may not be flowering season, but Peace Lilies didn’t get the memo.
They bloom indoors with minimal care, making them a joy when everything outside looks dead. Plus, they love humidity, so keep them near a shower or mist them occasionally.
The plant produces distinctive white flowers that resemble peace flags, hence the name.
Benefit: They remove mold spores and allergens from the air, making them a great choice for homes with allergies.
Spider Plant
The retro plant that keeps on giving, literally. Spider plants sprout adorable “babies” you can replant.
They’re perfect for bright, indirect light but adaptable to most conditions. These air purifiers will make your winter home feel lighter and brighter. Plus, they can quickly fill a space with their lush foliage.
Benefit: They’re excellent at removing carbon monoxide and formaldehyde, promoting healthier air.
Chinese Evergreen
Indoor winter gloom can be done right with Chinese evergreen. A plant that adapts to you, not the other way around.
Chinese Evergreen tolerates low light, inconsistent watering, and a distracted plant parent. Its patterned leaves add a pop of style, no green thumb is required.
Benefit: Known for its ability to filter out air toxins, improving the air quality in your home.
Rubber Plant
Want a bold statement in winter? Rubber plants are all about drama with their deep green, glossy leaves.
Give them indirect light and water sparingly and they will thrive on minimal attention. They add instant green sophistication to your space.
Benefit: It’s a great air purifier, absorbing pollutants and improving indoor air quality.
Note: They contain a milky sap that can irritate the skin, so handle them with care.
Calathea (Prayer Plant)
Calatheas are winter’s colorful surprise. Their patterned leaves fold up at night (yes, they “pray”) and thrive in low to medium light. Just keep them away from drafts and mist them often.
Calatheas boasts a wide variety of leaf patterns, colors, and textures, often with intricate markings and a metallic sheen.
Benefit: Besides being stunning, they help to increase humidity, which is great for dry winter air.
Fiddle Leaf Fig
Fiddle leaf figs bring a major personality to any room. They prefer bright, indirect light, so stick them by a window. Plus, it’s a slow-growing plant, so be patient.
It can be sensitive to changes in light, temperature, and humidity. A little extra care goes a long way, and they’ll make your winter aesthetic magazine-worthy.
Benefit: Their large leaves absorb noise, acting as natural sound absorbers in a noisy home.
Philodendron
The “set it and forget it” plant that thrives year-round. Winter’s short days? No problem.
Philodendrons love indirect light and occasional watering. Its trailing vines add movement and life to your winter indoor garden.
Such a visual beauty. Perfect as a backdrop for your Instagram shots.
Benefit: These plants are great for purifying the air by removing toxins like formaldehyde.
Monstera Deliciosa
The Monstera Deliciosa, often referred to as the Swiss Cheese Plant is a popular houseplant known for its large, distinctive leaves with natural holes.
It is like that friend who thrives no matter what. Known for its iconic split leaves, it loves indirect light and light watering.
Winter doesn’t phase this tropical vibe. Plus, it looks great in Instagram shots.
Benefit: Beyond its stunning beauty, it helps purify the air and adds a tropical touch to any room.
Dracaena
Dracaena is a genus of plants that includes a variety of species, many of which are popular houseplants. Dracaenas are your go-to if you want a plant that says, “I’m alive, even if it’s -10 outside.”
Their upright, sword-like leaves thrive in low light and require infrequent watering. A modern, stylish addition to your winter lineup.
Benefit: It’s another effective air purifier that removes toxins like benzene and trichloroethylene.
Aspidistra (Cast Iron Plant)
The name says it all. Cast Iron plants are nearly indestructible, thriving in low light and cool temps.
Water it occasionally, and this hardy plant will reward you with lush greenery through the chilliest winter.
Benefit: It’s virtually indestructible, making it perfect for beginner plant parents, while still filtering the air.
Christmas Cactus
This festive plant blooms in winter, brightening up your home with pink or red flowers.
It thrives in bright, indirect light and likes slightly more water than other cacti. It’s like holiday cheer in plant form.
Benefit: It’s an easy-to-care-for plant that blooms in winter, adding vibrant color to your home, perfect for Holiday vibes.
With proper care, Christmas Cactus can even bloom in summer. Check out 10 Indoor Plants for Keeping Your Home Fresh in Summer.
Aloe Vera
Aloe is a healer and a looker. It loves sunny spots and only needs watering every few weeks.
Plus, it’s a lifesaver for winter skin, just break off a leaf for soothing aloe gel. A plant with purpose.
Benefit: Its gel can be used to soothe burns, cuts, and dry skin, making it a practical addition to your home.
Want to explore more easy-care indoor plants? Check out Revitalize Your Bedroom With Easy-Care Plants.