Bringing plants into your bedroom isn't just about adding a touch of greenery - it's about enhancing your space with natural beauty and creating a peaceful environment conducive to relaxation and sleep. The best plants for your bedroom are not only visually appealing but also easy to care for, ensuring they thrive with minimal effort.
When choosing the right houseplants for your bedroom, consider factors like light availability, humidity, and the space you have. While some plants can tolerate lower light conditions, others may need a bit more care.
Bedroom plants to avoid:
It's also important to avoid plants that are toxic to pets or those that release strong fragrances at night. Let's explore the perfect low-maintenance plants that will turn your bedroom into a serene sanctuary.
Some of our favourite bedroom-loving plant groups include:
Monstera Plants
Monstera plants, often known as the Swiss Cheese Plant, are an iconic choice for bedrooms. With their strikingly large, split leaves, they add a bold tropical vibe to any space.
Monstera plants are excellent air purifiers and can thrive in moderate light conditions, making them good plants for the bedroom. Their low-maintenance nature and impressive growth make them a favourite among indoor plant enthusiasts.
Philodendron Houseplants
Philodendrons are among the best indoor plants for the bedroom due to their adaptability and variety. These plants are known for their lush, heart-shaped leaves and trailing vines, which can be trained to climb or cascade from shelves.
Philodendrons are easy to care for and do well in low to medium light, making them perfect for bedroom corners or hanging planters.
Epipremnum Plants
Epipremnum, commonly known as Pothos or Devil’s Ivy, are versatile houseplants for the bedroom that are incredibly forgiving and ideal for beginners. These plants are loved for their trailing vines and variegated leaves, adding a touch of elegance to any room.
Epipremnum plants thrive in various lighting conditions, from low light to bright, indirect light, making them highly adaptable.
Aglaonema Houseplants
Aglaonemas, or Chinese Evergreens, are prized for their vibrant foliage and easy-going nature. These plants are excellent low-maintenance plants for the bedroom, as they can tolerate low light and infrequent watering.
Their colourful leaves, ranging from green to red and pink, add a splash of colour to your bedroom without demanding much attention.
Tradescantia Plants
Tradescantia, often known as Inch Plant or Wandering Dude, are perfect for adding a pop of colour and texture to your bedroom. These plants are known for their striking striped or purple leaves and trailing growth habit.
Tradescantia plants are relatively easy to care for, requiring moderate light and regular watering, making them a vibrant addition to your indoor plant collection.
Sansevieria Houseplants
Sansevieria, commonly referred to as Snake Plant or Mother-in-Law's Tongue, is one of the best indoor plants for the bedroom due to its resilience.
These plants are almost indestructible, thriving in low light and requiring very little water. Their upright, sword-like leaves add a modern, architectural touch to your space.
If you’re looking for specific houseplants that are perfect for creating a calming space and would enjoy living in your bedroom check out our top 14 bedroom plants below…
Spathiphyllum 'Sweet Silvana' (Peace Lily)
The Peace Lily is a classic choice for bedroom decor, known for its elegant white flowers and air-purifying abilities.
- Care Difficulty Level: Easy
- Light Requirements: Low to medium indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Keep the soil consistently moist, but not soggy
- Humidity Requirements: Prefers higher humidity levels
Aglaonema 'Pink' (Chinese Evergreen)
This Aglaonema variety is perfect for adding a soft, pink hue to your bedroom, combined with its easy-care nature.
- Care Difficulty Level: Easy
- Light Requirements: Low to medium indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Water when the top inch of soil is dry
- Humidity Requirements: Prefers moderate humidity
Philodendron erubescens 'White Princess'
The 'White Princess' is a stunning Philodendron with white and green variegated leaves, perfect for a stylish bedroom.
- Care Difficulty Level: Moderate
- Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Water when the top inch of soil is dry
- Humidity Requirements: High humidity preferred
Aglaonema anyamanee (Chinese Evergreen)
Chinese evergreens are known for their striking pink and green foliage, making it a beautiful and easy-care bedroom plant.
- Care Difficulty Level: Easy
- Light Requirements: Low to medium indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Water when the soil is dry to the touch
- Humidity Requirements: Moderate humidity preferred
Tradescantia 'Purple Passion' (Inch Plant / Wandering Dude)
This Tradescantia variety stands out with its vibrant purple leaves, adding a bold splash of colour to your bedroom.
- Care Difficulty Level: Easy
- Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Water when the top inch of soil is dry
- Humidity Requirements: Prefers moderate humidity
Scindapsus pictus 'Argyraeus' (Satin Pothos)
The Satin Pothos is a popular bedroom plant with velvety, silver-spotted leaves that thrive in a range of light conditions.
- Care Difficulty Level: Easy
- Light Requirements: Low to bright, indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Water when the top inch of soil is dry
- Humidity Requirements: Prefers moderate humidity
Philodendron hederaceum syn. Philodendron scandens (Heartleaf Philodendron)
The Heartleaf Philodendron is an ideal plant for bedroom spaces with its heart-shaped leaves and trailing vines.
- Care Difficulty Level: Easy
- Light Requirements: Low to medium indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Water when the top inch of soil is dry
- Humidity Requirements: Prefers moderate humidity
Monstera adansonii 'Monkey Mask' (Cheeseplant)
Monstera adansonii, with its unique perforated leaves, is perfect for creating an eye-catching focal point in your bedroom.
- Care Difficulty Level: Moderate
- Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Water when the top 2 inches of soil are dry
- Humidity Requirements: High humidity preferred
Monstera Deliciosa (Cheese Plant / Swiss Cheese Plant)
Another Monster, the Monstera Deliciosa is a classic bedroom plant, known for its large, fenestrated leaves that bring a tropical feel to any space.
- Care Difficulty Level: Moderate
- Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Water when the top inch of soil is dry
- Humidity Requirements: Prefers moderate to high humidity
Epipremnum aureum (Golden Pothos / Devil’s Ivy)
Golden Pothos is an easy-care bedroom plant with heart-shaped, variegated leaves that thrive in low light and are nearly impossible to kill.
- Care Difficulty Level: Easy
- Light Requirements: Low to bright, indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Water when the top inch of soil is dry
- Humidity Requirements: Moderate humidity preferred
Sansevieria 'Futura Superba' (Snake Plant/Mother-in-Law's Tongue)
This Snake Plant variety is perfect for bedrooms, with its tall, sturdy leaves that require minimal care.
- Care Difficulty Level: Easy
- Light Requirements: Low to bright, indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Water sparingly, allowing soil to dry out between waterings
- Humidity Requirements: Low to moderate humidity
Sansevieria trifasciata 'Moonshine'
Sansevieria 'Moonshine' is a sleek, silver-green variety of Snake Plant, ideal for adding a modern touch to your bedroom.
- Care Difficulty Level: Easy
- Light Requirements: Low to bright, indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Water sparingly, letting the soil dry between waterings
- Humidity Requirements: Low humidity
Epipremnum pinnatum 'Marble Queen' (Pothos/Devil’s Ivy)
'Marble Queen' is a striking Pothos variety with creamy-white variegation, making it a stunning addition to your bedroom plant collection.
- Care Difficulty Level: Easy
- Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Water when the top inch of soil is dry
- Humidity Requirements: Moderate humidity preferred
Choosing the right plants for your bedroom can transform your space into a calming retreat. Whether you're looking for the best low-maintenance plants or striking houseplants to make a statement, there’s something for every style and care level.
At Between Two Thorns, we're here to help you select the perfect plants to enhance your home. Let us inspire your growing houseplant collection and turn your bedroom into a green oasis where you can relax and unwind.
