What plants can be grown in a bathroom without a window?

Content

1 What plants are suitable for the bathroom?
2 5 plants for windowless bathrooms.
3 Benefit
4 Plant requirements
5 Flowers for a room without a window
6 Care
7 Lighting
8 Placing flowerpots

Green is not just a color, it is the trendiest color for bathroom decoration this season. And this fact, for sure, will delight lovers of indoor plants - after all, now placing plants in the bathroom is a trend dictated by fashion!

Even if you are not planning to do a renovation, you can arrange several flower pots in the bathroom and thus add a trendy green color.

When choosing plants for a bath, we need to take into account the conditions that we can provide them.

Illumination.

Since many bathrooms do not have windows, choose among plants with low light requirements. Almost no plant will survive in complete darkness, so if you decide to plant bathroom without windows, then you are recommended to install fluorescent lamps in it, since they give light, in some physical characteristics, similar to the sun.

Humidity.

We should choose plants that do well in a warm, humid environment. And here we are faced with a problem, because most moisture-loving plants are photophilous, which makes them unsuitable for use in the bathroom.

Let's take a look at examples of plants that will do well in the bathroom.

What plants are suitable for the bathroom?

Aloe vera. Yes, yes ... The plant, which is quite familiar to all of us, feels great in the bathroom, even with low light. Among other things, it can always be used to treat scratches, insect bites, burns, and colds. Aloe vera is an excellent choice even for novice gardeners, as it is very tenacious and difficult to ruin.
Sansevieria. Sansevieria, like aloe, is one of the more undemanding plants, making it an ideal choice for the bathroom. The plant thrives in low light conditions. Moreover, sansevieria filters out formaldehyde, which is found in cleaning products, toilet paper, tissues and even some cosmetics.
Bamboo This plant can grow in almost any light - even without soil! Simply place the bamboo root in a container filled with a few centimeters of pebbles. Then fill the container halfway with water and monitor the water level by refilling occasionally. Bamboo with curly stems looks great!
Dracaena Dracaena comes in several varieties, but they all suffer from a lack of moisture, which manifests itself in the brown dry tips of the leaves. Sound familiar? The natural humidity in the bathroom can be a great incentive to grow dracaena in the bathroom.
Orchid Florists know how finicky these beauties are. But they feel great on the bathroom windowsill. Yes, exactly on the windowsill. In a bathroom without windows, the orchid will not survive, since it needs, albeit indirect, but sunny color. If the bathroom windows face the sunny side, then it is recommended to place the orchids not on the windowsill, but near the mirror, so that the sunlight is refracted beforehand, and only then falls on the plant. Learn how to identify an orchid species.
Fern. The natural growing conditions for ferns are similar to what you can offer them in the bathroom - filtered low light and high humidity. Place an unpretentious fern in the corner of your bathroom and enjoy !.
Spathiphyllum Spathiphyllum is a surprisingly unpretentious plant that perfectly cleans the air from household impurities.The most acceptable growing conditions are minimal sunlight and high humidity. That is why spathiphyllum will feel great in the bathroom.
Aspidistra These leafy green plants can adapt to different light conditions, but it is best to place the aspidistra away from the window, if available in the bathroom.
Chlorophytum Say, this is the plant of our grandmothers, it is already unpopular! Nothing like this! Chlorophytum is gaining popularity again for the beauty of its leaves and ease of care. To keep the chlorophytum in order, you can cut new shoots to keep the plant from losing shape. Chlorophytum is one of the best plants for purifying the air from household chemical residues. And this is another reason for placing it in the bathroom.
Livistona Livistona is a palm plant from the tropical and subtropical rain forests of Southeast Asia and Northern Australia. It gets its name from the surname of Baron Liviston, who founded the Botanical Gardens in Edinburgh in 1670. Livistona has fan-shaped leaves. Interestingly shaped leaves make the plant the most elegant among miniature palms.

In addition to the aforementioned plants, I would like to highlight 6 more, which feel great in the dark, and therefore suitable for use in the bathroom.

5 plants for windowless bathrooms.

1. Maidenhair ferns are a great option not only for the bathroom, but also for any room with low light. They have artsy decorative leaves.

2. Begonia Rex. A plant that thrives on minimal light. Suitable for use in the bathroom, but you need to be careful not to overdo it with watering. Rex begonia can only be watered when the soil is completely dry.

3. Mint. You can also consider this option for the bathroom. Indeed, besides the fact that mint loves humidity and low light, it will also provide a pleasant smell in the room.

4. Swedish ivy is another plant from the days of our grandmothers. But in all respects, it is suitable for growing in the bathroom, because this plant is absolutely not demanding on the presence of sunlight.

5. Moss terrarium. If you are looking for the most shade-loving option, consider creating a moss terrarium. The creation of such a terrarium can be a real boon for the decoration of any room, including the bathroom.

6. Philodendron climbing - another great option for the bathroom!

Living landscaping can make any room more comfortable, because even the most unremarkable and small indoor plants can add their own touch of beauty and comfort. Apparently due to these properties, flowers in the bathroom, where there is no window, are very popular, although most of the plants are not able to grow fully without proper lighting. Most flower growers prefer spacious rooms with wide window sills, where seedlings or mature bushes are conveniently placed. There are varieties that prefer darkened areas, but, unfortunately, there are no plants that can grow and develop normally in complete darkness. But flower growers, lovers of decoration, are able to make a bathroom without windows a tropical paradise.

Benefit

It is important to remember that plants in a bathroom, where there is no window, not only carry an aesthetic message, but also bring undeniable benefits:

in addition to the ability to release oxygen, thereby purifying the air, the flora in the bathroom prevents the formation of fungal formations, normalizes the microclimate, improves water and gas exchange, and absorbs microparticles of heavy metals;
flowers with a natural aroma inherent in them deodorize the air of a room with or without a window;
live indoor greenery is a pleasant reminder of summer, improves mood;
flora plays an important role in the interior, making it colorful and complete.

From all of the above, the question arises: "can living vegetation grow normally and exist in a bathroom that has no windows - they can."There are varieties for which such conditions are the most acceptable and the absence of a window will not be an obstacle for them to delight with their magnificent view every day.

Plant requirements

Bathroom varieties must have the following characteristics:

love moisture, warmth;
not demanding of light;
should be in harmony with the interior.

In order for plants for the bathroom to feel good, to form, to grow in a humid and warm atmosphere, you need not only to keep them there, but also to properly care for them, especially since often bathrooms do not have windows.

Flowers for a room without a window

The choice of flowers for a bathroom without a window should be approached with all responsibility, since not every plant will be able to fully develop without proper natural light. The most options for a room without windows include:

large seedlings: Japanese fatsia, philodendron or monstera gourmet;
climbing species of flora: small-leaved ivy, creeping philodendron, golden epipremnum;
ferns: diphenbachia, ficus, cyperus, hovea, cyperus, cordeliana, uzambar violet;
bush: high aspidistra, anglonemona, graceful chamedorea;
flowering varieties: exacum or chrysanthemum, cyclamen or Decembrists, spathiphyllum.

Care

The first way to create comfortable conditions for active growth is to install daylight or phytolamps. This is important considering that there is no natural source of light and heat in the bathroom like a window.

The second way to provide the flora with at least some kind of lighting is to take regular walks. In the daytime, they can be taken out where there will be plenty of light for them, and in the evening they can be brought back to their place. Watering should be moderate, as the soil in the pots dries up, it is better to spray.

Lighting

No special science or experience is required in this matter. This will require a light source, as well as the correct selection of plants.

Artificial lighting in windowless bathrooms can be arranged using:

modern daylight lamps;
light phytolamps.

The second option is more expensive in terms of cost, but it is more suitable for flora, since it emits a light beam in a range that is useful for it.

Pay attention when choosing seedlings for tropical "guests". They are not demanding of open sunlight, high humidity is their habitual living environment.

Being constantly in dark areas, each plant is depleted from lack of light, even if additional light sources are installed. What are the signs of a lack of illumination, what can be done:

stems or leaves begin to stretch;
new leaves are smaller in size, dull in color than old ones;
the kidneys above do not develop;
the color of the inflorescences is dull, pale, sometimes they do not bloom at all;
the lower foliage can dry out, even fly around;
unblown buds or already formed flowers may crumble;
the bush slows down or stops growing altogether.

If such signs are already visible on the face, this happens about 6-8 weeks after the flowerpot is brought into the bathroom without windows, it should be taken out for some time to sunlight or daylight.

Placing flowerpots

In addition to the beauty, plants can create certain inconveniences. To prevent this from happening, they need to be skillfully placed.

General recommendations:

place flowerpots on flat surfaces;
ampel varieties can be placed on the walls, so they will not interfere with the use of the bathroom or furniture;
it is not recommended to place flowerpots near the washstand, shower cabins for two main reasons: first, they can be accidentally touched, dumped on the floor, second - not all varieties like direct splashing on the leaves, base or stem;
you should also not place flowerpots near heating radiators above the window;
feed with granular fertilizers.

A few tips on how to place the flowerpots, which ones to put where, so that they do not create inconvenience when using.

Floor

You can put tree varieties with lush crowns.They look very good in corners, where different actions are performed minimally or very rarely. Various palms, tall, not very lush plants are suitable for placement on the floor. So that plants do not clutter up space and passages, they need to be placed in places that are practically not used for various kinds of actions. A place under the sink is perfect, but it is not recommended to place plants near the bathtub and shower stall, as they can be accidentally hooked and damaged. With this placement, a soapy solution can get on the leaves of plants, which will lead to their death.

Shelves

This piece of furniture is a great alternative to a window sill, this is especially true in bathrooms without windows, and you can hang them as you like: steps or in a checkerboard pattern. Shelves are installed on free sections of the wall. Hanging flowers look wonderful on them, especially if they are also flowering plants.

To diversify the interior of the bathroom, you can arrange the shelves in a chaotic order and paint them in different colors. Try this method and the bathroom will sparkle in a completely new way. This is a great way to fill in empty corners in a room.Ivy and Philodendron climbing are suitable for installation on shelves, and if the shelf is installed above the mirror, then these plants will look great, hanging from it and framing the mirror.

Cabinets

If the rooms are small in size without windows, and there is no way to install shelves, then it can be placed on the closet. In this case, it is better to choose ampere varieties of flowers. When choosing plants, take into account the height of the cabinet, it depends on this whether small or large plants, hanging or growing upright, will look good on it. Whatever the size of the closet, there will definitely be a place for beautiful plants on it, and this is worth taking advantage of.

Pedestals

If the bathroom has a linen cabinet, then this is the place where various plants will look good. Saintpaulias and Kalanchoe are suitable for any pedestal, which can be placed in beautiful pots. But periodically, these plants will have to be taken out of the bathroom and change the situation for them so that they do not die.

Lush bushes look colorful on a floor stand. Firstly, they serve as interior decoration, and secondly, it will help maintain order in the room, since this piece of furniture is often cluttered with various improvised items.

The vegetation of a windowless bathroom can normally exist subject to the basic requirements: to know which varieties to choose, to create the right conditions to maintain their life support, and appropriate care. Therefore, acting competently, you can decorate a bathroom without a window as anyone wants, the main thing is that your landscaping and all the selected plants fit into the design project, bring maximum comfort and pleasure.

After reading the title of the article, some may wonder why you need to place plants in the bathroom.

Plants have the following beneficial properties:

This is a very useful attribute of any enclosed space, as it can release oxygen, kill bacteria, improve water-gas exchange and absorb heavy metal particles.
Deodorize bathroom air.
They remind you of summer, thereby improving your mood.
And finally, flowers and other types of plants can be an important element of the bathroom interior design, without placing which, you can not fully realize the designer's idea.

From the above, the question arises again whether the plants will be able to survive in the bathroom, where it is usually hot, humid and dark. The answer is simple: they can. Moreover, there are many types of plants that require just such conditions. These include almost all tropical species.

What plants can grow in the bathroom

So, the plant that you would like to place in your bathroom must have the following characteristics:

It must love warmth and moisture.
Can grow without enough light.
Must match the bathroom decor.

For bathroom with window

The following indoor plants are suitable for bathrooms with a window:

Decembrist.
Fern.
Phalaenopsis.
Spathiphyllum.
Orchids.
Dracaena "Lucky bamboo".
Yucca.
Bamboo.
Croton.
Coconut palm.
Chamedorea palm.

In this case, you can choose any plant you like that tolerates high humidity levels well.

No plant can live without light. Therefore, it is very important to provide them with the right amount of light. Below we will consider the basic rules for caring for them in a bathroom with and without a window.

Plants in a bathroom with a window require the following care rules:

If there is a window sill under the bathroom window where you can put a pot with a plant, put them there, as the sun's rays streaming through the window are the best source of light for them.
Ventilate the bathroom regularly by opening a window.
Water in moderation. To avoid stagnant moisture, test the soil for moisture before watering. Water if the ground is dry.
Transplant and feed as well as other indoor plants.
In winter, they do not need feeding.

No window

Believe it or not, it's also possible to grow plants in windowless bathrooms.

Names

These plants include:

Ferns.
Ficuses.
Usambara violets.
Dieffenbachia.
Alocasia.
Philodendron climbing.
Common small-leaved ivy.
Decembrists.
Chrysanthemums.
Calathea.
Ktenante.
Stromant.
Arrowroot.
Aspidistra is high.
Chlorophytums.
Aroid plants.
Hoyi.
Japanese Fatsia.
Monstera is attractive.
Exakum.
Cyclamens.
Aglaonema.
Cordelia.

Care

In such a bathroom, for good plant growth, it is necessary to install inexpensive fluorescent lamps, or special phytolamps designed specifically for greenhouses. Phytolamps are the best light source in windowless rooms, but they are expensive to purchase and install.
Another option for providing at least some amount of light is the option with a regular "walk" of plants: during the day from the bathroom to the kitchen or balcony, and back in the evening.
Water them sparingly - only when the soil is dry. It is better to spray such plants.

It should be noted that limiting light will prolong their flowering period.

Places for accommodation

Despite the limited space in the bathroom, there are enough options for placing plants in the bathroom:

On the floor.
On the windowsill.
On shelves.
On pedestals and cabinets.
On the sink.
On the walls.

General recommendations

Place them in pots on windowsills and other flat surfaces.
Hang ampel plants on free walls so that they do not interfere with your use of the bathroom.
Do not place them near sinks, bathtubs and shower stalls, since, firstly, you can accidentally touch and drop them, and secondly, not all of them like direct and frequent splashing of water on their leaves, stems and base.
It is not recommended to place them near heat sources: batteries, heaters, etc.
Do not put pots on top of the washing machine.
For plants that cannot tolerate the drying out of a coma, use a hydrogel.
Apply granular fertilizers as top dressing.
If you accidentally get drops of soapy water or toothpaste on them, be sure to wipe them off.

Sure, plants in the bathroom require attention and some hassle, but it's worth it. Flowers and any other vegetation add charm and sophistication to the bathroom, making its cold interior warmer and more comfortable, and the air cleaner and more fragrant.

Many private homeowners have successfully landscaped their bathrooms.Of course, you can place flowers in the bathroom of an ordinary apartment building, but there is one difficulty.

An indispensable condition for the normal development of flowers in the bathroom is the presence of a sufficient amount of light, and in most bathrooms there are no windows, so you will have to attend to the device of additional lighting.

The simplest solution to this problem is to place several fluorescent lamps on the walls of the room. Special LED phytolamps are provided for plant illumination, but most people successfully use conventional lamps of the LB or LE type.

If the room contains a large number of flowers, then, most likely, you will have to increase the number of lighting fixtures, and make their arrangement more vertically stretched.

By the way, a large number of lamps can have a dazzling effect on the eyes; to prevent such an effect, they can be covered with ceramic caps.

Where to place flowers in the bathroom?

1) At the window. Typically, frosted glass is inserted into the bathroom windows to diffuse light. This helps protect plants from sunburn. Therefore, placing flowers on the windowsill will be the most optimal solution.

Just screw a small "sill" to the edge of the window sill to prevent the pots from slipping and falling. In addition, fix special brackets above the window, on which you can hang baskets with pots.

By the way, if you have an unsightly view from your window, hide it by letting a decorative liana blooming with beautiful buds along a light wooden lattice. For example, it can be tunbergia or passionflower.

2) Additional shelf. Each bathroom always has additional shelves on which all kinds of tools are placed, etc. You can also place flower pots on these shelves.

In addition, you can successfully place the pots on cabinets, and some large pots can be placed directly on the floor.

What kind of care do flowers require?

If you decide to place flowers in the bathroom, then you need to know a few little things that will help them develop:

— Turn on the light more often, a large amount of which contributes to the active development of plants.

— It is recommended to rotate the flowerpot regularly by about forty-five degrees, this will allow the plant to grow symmetrically.

— When grouping several plants, it is recommended to place the highest ones closer to the walls, thereby forming a background. Arrange the rest of the flowers in front.

— It is better to choose the color of the leaves and flowers of plants in such a way that it would contrast with the color of the tiles.

— Remember that this room tends to be humid, so be careful with watering.

Subject to simple recommendations, plants in bathrooms develop normally and serve as an excellent decoration.

What flowers are suitable for the bathroom?
Especially for you, we have selected the TOP 25 colors for the bathroom, which more need partial shade, diffused light, high humidity. They can withstand temperature changes from hot bathing to normal room temperature.:

1. Phalaenopsis orchid (also papiopedilum, Lady's slipper):

2. Saintpaulias (uzumbar violets) - do not allow large drops of water to fall on the leaves:

3. Dracaena Sander (indoor bamboo, fortune bamboo): Grow in soil or hydroponics. Dislikes direct sunlight:

4.Camellia - and most likely it is in the bathroom that she will delight you with lush flowering. Loves partial shade and humidity:

5. Nephrolepis - wonderful ferns that love partial shade and moisture. Use as an ampelous plant (nephrolepis boston):

6 sarcococcus (Christmas box) - has a pleasant aroma of flowers and decorative berries, perfectly decorate the room:

7. Dieffenbachia - with beautiful colored leaves. He loves humidity, warmth and light, so put it near a window or additionally light:

eight.Decembrist (zygocactus, schlumberger) - flower buds are laid when you reduce the lighting and lower the temperature, so the best place for this flower is a cool (except for bathing) bathroom without a window:

9. Sansevieria - plant in a wide, but low pot and put on a shelf, floor, jacuzzi. Or hang a pot with large drainage holes and babies growing on aerial roots will sprout down from the drainage holes:

10. Gardenia - to make it bloom, put this flower in a bright bathroom:

11. Chlorophytum crested - universal ampelous flower for a light bathroom:

12. Aspidistra high - undemanding and shade-tolerant:

13. Anthurium - does not tolerate sunlight and likes high humidity:

14. Aglaonema - like most aroids, it loves high humidity and partial shade:

15. Philodendron - needs moist soil and air. It does not require light and can be grown with a garter on a bamboo stick or as an ampel one:

16. Spathiphyllum - for flowering requires diffused light, high moisture and moderate watering:

17. Arrowroot tricolor - colorful foliage colors will perfectly complement other flowers in the bathroom. Prefers partial shade, high moisture and frequent watering: