5 Super Easy Indoor Plants for Anyone Without a Green Thumb (Bonus: One’s Pet-Friendly!)
Try these easy indoor plants if you don’t have a green thumb.
These easy indoor plants are the perfect plants for beginners! By choosing these, you can have a “set it and forget it” mentality.
Plus, we’ve linked affordable and luxury places to buy your new plants today and get them delivered right to your door.
Have a pet at home? Some plants may be toxic to pets. Always keep plants out of reach of cats, dogs, and other pets. Before bringing a new plant into your home, research its safety and ensure it’s safe for your furry friends.
These are the best indoor houseplants (i.e. plants that don’t need water regularly):
1. ZZ Plant
Not pet-friendly.
- Budget-friendly: 1-Foot ZZ Plant – $16.36
- Luxury: 3 Foot ZZ Plant – $389 (reg. $447)
Why It’s Great: The ZZ plant is one of the most low-maintenance plants ever! Its waxy, glossy leaves make it look lush even when neglected.
Light: Thrives in low to bright indirect light.
Watering: Drought-tolerant. Water every 2–3 weeks or when the soil is completely dry.
Care Tip: Dust the leaves occasionally to keep them shiny and photosynthesizing effectively.
2. Pothos
Not pet-friendly.
- Budget Friendly: Golden Pothos – $22.46
- Luxury: Cascading Pothos – $139 (reg. $158)
Why It’s Great: Pothos are extremely forgiving and grow vines, making them versatile for hanging baskets or trailing shelves. You can even let them climb walls for added decor. It’s also great at removing toxins from the air.
Light: Loves low to bright indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves.
Watering: Water when the top 2 inches of soil are dry. It bounces back quickly, even if you forget.
Care Tip: Prune regularly to control growth and propagate cuttings in water easily.
3. Snake Plant
Not pet-friendly.
- Budget Friendly: Snake Plant – $34.97
- Luxury: Snake Plant– $139 (reg. $158)
Why It’s Great: Known as “mother-in-law’s tongue,” the Snake Plant is nearly indestructible and can withstand serious neglect. It’s also an excellent air purifier. Our Hip CEO, Collin stated she didn’t water hers for WEEKS and it was perfectly fine. 🙌🏼
Light: Tolerates low to bright indirect light but thrives in medium light.
Watering: Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Water every 2–6 weeks, depending on the environment.
Care Tip: Avoid overwatering; its roots rot easily.
4. Peace Lily
Not pet-friendly.
- Budget Friendly: Peace Lily – $25.21
- Luxury: Peace Lily – $59 (almost sold out but should be back in stock soon!)
Why It’s Great: Peace Lily plants have beautiful, glossy leaves and elegant white blooms making it a favorite among flower lovers too. It’s also an effective air purifier.
Light: Thrives in medium, indirect light. Can tolerate low light but may not bloom indoors.
Watering: Water when the top inch of soil is dry. If it droops, it’s an easy-to-see signal it needs water.
Care Tip: Avoid overwatering, and wipe leaves regularly to prevent dust buildup.
5. Spider Plant
Pet-friendly
- Budget Friendly: Spider Plant – $14.98
- Luxury: Spider Plant – $69
Why It’s Great: Adaptable, fast-growing, and produces baby plants (“pups”) that you can easily replant once you get the hang of being a plant parent. 😉
Light: Prefers bright, indirect light but tolerates lower light conditions.
Watering: Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Likes slightly moist soil but not soggy.
Care Tip: Leaf tips brown? Try filtered water or increase humidity.
Just a word of caution on spider plants. They should be kept away from cats. Cats are very attracted to them because they have hallucinogenic properties. Once a cat tastes it, the cat will keep coming back for more. But chewing the leaves then causes digestive issues, vomiting, and loss of appetite. Cats don’t know that the plant is what’s making them sick and they will continue to chew on the plant. Before I got a spider plant I saw that they are not toxic for cats. I didn’t read any further and then my cat was chewing the leaves, got really sick, stopped eating and I had to take her to the vet and get her on a medication to help her stomach. While a spider plant might not kill a cat, it is definitely not good for them.
Thank you so much for that helpful warning! So sorry it made your cat sick and super glad she’s okay now. ❤️
can someone recommend a easy first plant for a home with a cat?