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There are so many varieties of houseplants available for use, but we have narrowed it down to 14 that we think will do the best for sprucing up your home this upcoming holiday season or all year long! 

1.   Wax Begonia
2.   African Violet
3.   Coleus
4.   Calla Lily
5.   Azalea
6.   Cyclamen
7.   Bougainvillea 
8.   Reiger Begonia
9.   Ornamental Pepper
10.  Poinsettia
11.  Paperwhites
12.  Amaryllis
13.  Christmas Cactus
14.  Hibiscus

Wax Begonia

 Often thought of as an outdoor bedding plant, wax begonia grows well indoors, too These easy-to-grow tender perennials come in a range of reds and pink as well as white. Although they enjoy a shady location outdoors, begonias will do well near a sunny window in winter. Regular feeding and watering will keep them in bloom most of the time.
 

African Violet 


African violet forms delightful clusters of flowers above a green rosette of hairy leaves. Thanks to the work of breeders, these easy bloomers come in a wide range of colors -- red, pink, white, purple, and bicolors -- and sizes, including tiny miniatures that would look at home in a thimble. To ensure a steady supply of flowers, keep several plants on hand. Place the plants 3 to 6 inches below fluorescent lights for 14 hours per day. As they come into full flower, rotate them to brightly lighted areas in your house.
 

Coleus 

A favorite in Victorian-era glasshouses, coleus are making a big comeback, both in the shade garden and in the home. The velvety leaves come in an astounding array of colors, from deep burgundy through delicate pinks and neon greens. All will do well in moist potting mix near a sunny winter window. Move them outdoors in summer to keep them happiest.

 


Calla Lily 

A common fixture in warm-area gardens, calla lily also makes an elegant flowering houseplant with blooms (spathes) that last many weeks. White-, pink-, and yellow-bloomed varieties are available. Give these beauties as much light as you can in winter, and keep their soil evenly moist. Tip: To prolong the show, move the plant to bright indirect light when the flowers appear.

 

Azalea 

Azaleas are one of the most popular flowering plants during the winter holiday season. Although they light up the indoors when in bloom, keeping them happy can be a challenge. They like bright light in winter and cool temperatures (65 degrees F or so). They also benefit from plant food made specifically for acid-loving plants. Despite this bit of fussiness, azaleas will reward you with a long period of spectacular bloom.

 


Cyclamen 

With their heart-shaped leaves and unusual "butterfly" flowers, florist cyclamen are a beautiful addition to your home. Flower colors are pink, red, or
white, and the leaves may be plain green or mottled with white. Give
them a sunny place in winter to encourage flowering.
 


 Bougainvillea 

Profuse papery blossoms in hot colors accent bougainvillea. This tropical native offers flowers in orange, red, pink, white, and yellow.
Grow indoors in a sunny location in winter.

 


ReIger Begonia 

Think of these easy houseplants as wax begonias on steroids. Whether trailing or upright, Rieger begonia has waxy, dark green leaves and
large, colorful flowers. They like plenty of sunlight in winter, but will
appreciate spending summers in a shady spot outside.
 


Ornamental Pepper 

Pepper plants bear pretty blooms that develop into colorful fruits, many of which are edible as well as ornamental. Plants usually last only a year. Although they like plenty of light in the winter, they prefer
cool temperatures (in the 60s F.) at night.
 


Poinsettia 

By virtue of its popularity, the poinsettia is the queen of holiday plants. For an easy, inexpensive, and impressive host or hostess gift, wrap a pretty specimen in thin, easy-to-mold art paper, then tie it off with a satin bow.

 


Paperwhites 

Few holiday plants are easier than paperwhites. Set the bulbs halfway into some potting soil, water, and wait a couple of weeks. You can also buy paperwhites (and other bulb plants like daffodils and tulips) already started. Whichever way you go, dress up the look with some
Spanish moss and a scatter of tiny apples.
 


Amaryllis 

When it comes to choosing a holiday amaryllis this year, don't settle for boring old red yet again! Each year, garden centers stock a host of interesting varieties in pink, white, purple, copper, and multiple colors in interesting patterns.
 

Christmas Cactus 

While the poinsettia remains the most popular of the holiday plants, a healthy Christmas cactus in full bloom is a great gift idea for that special gardener. They are easy to care for and can be grown indoors throughout the year. The flowers range in color from yellow, salmon, pink, fuchsia and white or combinations of those colors.


Hibiscus 

Hibiscus produce large, striking flowers, indoors or outdoors. They survive in cold regions only if you bring them indoors from early fall through late spring.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 




 


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8 Ways to Kill a Houseplant
 

No one sets out to kill a houseplant, yet most dead houseplants were killed by kindness. Gardening indoors is an artificial climate and all plants will need a period of adjustment. Expect to see a few leaves drop at first.

The best thing you can do for indoor plants is to learn something about their growing conditions and provide as close to those conditions as possible. If you see a problem developing, take action quickly.

Overwatering: The #1 killer of houseplants is over watering, which leads to root rot. Don't let your plants sit in water and don't automatically water all your houseplants on a schedule.

Salt Buildup: Giving your potted plants just enough water so the soil gets wet but is never allowed to drain, can lead to salt buildup which can inhibit the growth of your houseplants. You may not notice it until you start to see whitish crust on the soil or sides of the pot.

Low Humidity: Lack of humidity does in a great many indoor plants, especially during the winter. You may first notice this as browning leaf tips.

Insufficient Light: Plants that are not getting as much light as they need will look pale, rather than a healthy green and new growth is spindly, as it reaches for the sun. You may also notice that the new leaves are smaller than usual.

Exposure to Drafts: Placing an indoor plant, especially a tropical or blooming plant, near a frequently opened door to the outside or too close to a window with limited insulation will have the same effect as leaving the plant unprotected outside.

Exposure to Direct Heat:  Placing your houseplant near a direct source of heat ,like a radiator or duct, will not only fry your plant, but also speed up dehydration.

Ignoring Pest Problems: Indoor pests multiply quickly. There are no natural predators to keep them in check, so you have to be very diligent about checking for symptoms. Spider mites, aphids, mealy bugs and scale can cover a plant in days. If severe enough, the plant may never recover.

Allow it to Become Pot Bound:
When a plant outgrows its pot, the roots circle around inside the pot and start to restrict themselves. Pot bound plants often seem to dry out more quickly than normal, because the ratio of roots to soil is too large.
 








 
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