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Best plants for every room and situation

Bathroom, bedroom, a dark corner or a sunny sill β€” pick your spot and get houseplants matched to its light, humidity and space.

πŸ›Best plants for the bathroomBathrooms stay humid but often get little light, so the winners here are humidity-loving plants that also cope with low to medium light.24 plantsπŸ›οΈBest plants for the bedroomFor a restful bedroom, these easy, air-purifying plants ask little and help the room feel calm and fresh.24 plantsπŸ›‹οΈBest plants for the living roomBigger, sculptural plants make a living room feel finished β€” these thrive in the bright, indirect light most living rooms offer.24 plantsπŸ–₯️Best plants for an office deskCompact, forgiving plants that shrug off fluorescent light and a busy schedule β€” perfect for a desk or cubicle.24 plantsπŸͺŸBest plants for a north-facing windowNorth windows give gentle, low light all day; these plants are happy without any direct sun.24 plants🌞Best plants for a sunny windowA bright south or west sill is perfect for sun-lovers and succulents that want hours of strong light.24 plantsπŸ”₯Best plants for dry, heated roomsHeating and air-conditioning strip moisture from the air; these tough plants tolerate dry conditions with ease.24 plantsπŸ«™Best plants for a terrariumSmall, humidity-loving plants that stay compact β€” ideal for closed terrariums and glass jars.22 plantsπŸ“Best plants for small spacesPetite plants that fit a shelf, windowsill or tiny apartment without ever taking over.24 plantsπŸͺ΄Best plants for hanging basketsTrailing, cascading plants that look their best spilling from a hanging basket or high shelf.24 plantsπŸŽ“Best plants for a dorm roomCheap-to-keep, hard-to-kill plants that handle low light, skipped waterings and a small space β€” made for student life.24 plantsπŸ’ͺBest plants for forgetful ownersTravel a lot or forget to water? These near-indestructible plants forgive weeks of neglect.24 plantsπŸšͺBest plants for a bright hallwayNarrow hallways with medium to bright indirect light suit compact, easy-care plants that won't outgrow the space.24 plants
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