6 houseplants that need little or almost no water
Most low-maintenance houseplants require very little attention to survive. They don’t need any additional lighting, fertilizer or water. Instead, some houseplants need little or no water at all. Some are rain-resistant and can be used outdoors for their beauty and ease of maintenance.
Keep reading about the six houseplants that need little or almost no water but keep thriving ‘green’.
Snake plant
The Snake Plant is a low maintenance perennial that is a perfect plant for a beginner. A moderate amount of pruning is needed to maintain this hardy little plant. Watering this plant should be done just once or twice a week, and if possible, during the hottest part of the day. The plant will go dormant in the winter, only to rise again in the spring when the weather gets cold. It will grow well in all kinds of conditions, from fast-growing grassy areas to desert areas.
Orchids
Contrary to popular belief, Orchids prefer a little bit of sun and don’t need extra watering. Orchards do best when they can stay away from direct sunlight for more extended periods at a time.
The trickiest part of the growth cycle involves transferring into pots between moist environments. You can use a simple plastic water tray as a temporary container. Don’t move the pots around too often, however, or else you risk causing root rot.
Sago Palm
The Sago Palm likes dry soil with a lot of sunshine. If you want to grow one in your home, be sure to plant them in a well-drained area. These plants will grow just about anywhere, so they are an ideal addition to your landscaping. And they require little or no water at all unless they are encouraged to develop by being planted in containers.
It is important to note that there is not enough moisture in the air to support these palms. Don’t forget to use a water-based conditioner and fertilizers to keep your palms healthy.
Succulents
Succulents are often considered “green” plants because they don’t need much water. Succulents such as cacti and hydrangeas should receive water only about once per week if they’re being grown in a large pot since their seedlings.
Ponytail Palm
The Ponytail Palm, also called the Waterfall Palm, has large leaves used to produce the unique look of a ponytail. Since the Ponytail Palm has little or no water, it can look great in the morning or late afternoon even without a hint of humidity.
Spider Plant
Spider Plant, this little devil of a plant needs almost no water and will grow happily in damp soil conditions. They will grow just about anywhere, despite being known as woodland plants. Some species of Piscium can grow up to 2 feet in height. This is one family of plants that genuinely can fill an almost endless space! Some of the better water sources for a Spider Plant are peat moss, drip trays, and a damp cloth.
There are many houseplants that people like to use in their yard that require very little water. And all you have to be conscious of is never ‘over-watering’ these greens but keep them growing full of health.
