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Anyone who loves plants knows how they can change space. Houseplants add color and freshness, and some can even help improve the air in your home. This often applies to the bathroom. While it doesn't always top the list when it comes to home landscaping, the bathroom actually creates ideal conditions for certain types of plants.
Heart-shaped philodendron
These plants are ideal for bathrooms. You probably already know that the philodendron is a popular houseplant as it is easy to care for and looks great in hanging baskets or planters, making it an ideal choice for small spaces like bathrooms. The philodendron also loves irrigation, so the steam from the shower will help it grow.
Lily of peace
This houseplant is a good choice for the home. Its beautiful white flower differs pleasantly from standard dark green houseplants, but it also purifies the air. The lily of peace copes better with a lack of water than with its excess, so you can safely leave it in rooms where you can forget about it. For example, in the bathroom. Plus, the best way to water it is to irrigate the leaves, so the steam from the bathroom or shower won't hurt.
Aloe vera
The health benefits of aloe vera are widely recognized, so keep one plant at home. Although aloe grows well under sunlight, it can also live under artificial light. Aloe should be watered deeply, but it is also important to let the soil dry out between waterings to avoid root rot.
Orchid
Orchids have a reputation for being finicky plants, but if you give them what they need, they will thrive indoors. They are also very elegant, colorful and stylish! Because orchids are tropical plants, wet bathroom conditions are ideal for them. Orchids thrive in bright, indirect light, so they may have fewer flowers in a windowless bathroom.
Bamboo of happiness
Technically, this plant cannot be called bamboo, but nonetheless! It will feel good in the bathroom, where there is no direct light, since this plant does not like direct sunlight. Plus, happiness bamboo doesn't even need to be grown in soil, making it a beautiful decorative addition to your bathroom. Keep bamboo in a container with pebbles and water and it will bring you happiness.
Chlorophytum
Chlorophytum is another popular houseplant that is very easy to grow. It adapts easily to all growing conditions, making it well suited for bathrooms where temperature, humidity and light levels fluctuate constantly. Let the plant dry between waterings and prune it back if it gets too large. In the spring, new shoots appear on these plants, which can be transplanted.
Pike tail
This plant can be left unattended or waterless for several weeks and still looks great. Its variegated leaves and different varieties make the pike tail the perfect choice for any room. Like peace lilies, they can help purify the air in your home, and you don't have to stick to a watering schedule. They also grow well in low light conditions, so they can be placed in the corner of the bathroom.
Succulents
Succulents can be a controversial bathroom plant choice. The fact is that there are many types of these plants, and not all of them will be happy in the bathroom.Jade plants are some of the hardiest plants, and they can take root in a bright enough place, but with indirect light. Moreover, they do not require a lot of water. If your bathroom doesn't have enough light, try not to place too many succulents in it to prevent them from dying.
Ferns
It's safe to say that ferns love moisture. They need to be watered regularly, so keeping them in the bathroom is a great idea. This will make the plants feel much better without spending a lot of time on them. Most ferns do not like bright light, and some varieties are suitable for colder temperatures than in the bathroom. Consider this when choosing plants. It is also worth keeping the soil moist if you want the plants to thrive.
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 on renovating, you can arrange several flower pots in the bathroom and 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 select 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. |
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| Sansevieria. Sansevieria, like aloe, is one of the more undemanding plants, making it an ideal choice for the bathroom. The plant does well 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. Curly bamboo 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. |
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| 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 !. |
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| 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, in addition to 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 godsend for decorating any room, including a bathroom.
6. Philodendron climbing - another great option for the bathroom!
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 them, you may 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.
When you decide to green your bathroom interior, you might think that there is no more ideal plant environment. But you really need to choose flowers for the bathroom wisely.Although the air in the bathroom is warm and humid, like after watering, it can get very cold when the room is empty for several hours, especially at night. These wide temperature swings are not ideal for many plants.
In addition, not all plants love moisture. Succulents prefer dry conditions, and will rot if they are constantly in a humid environment. Evergreens and some other plants will be covered with powdery mildew from moisture.
In addition, many bathrooms have little or no sunlight. Don't give up on the idea of landscaping your bathroom if it doesn't have a window. Plants can use the light waves of fluorescent lamps.
These three important points - high humidity, low light and temperature drops - must be taken into account when choosing plants for a bathroom. But there are also positive aspects - you do not have to go far to get water for irrigation, and plants also purify the air, which is certainly useful. Anyway, plants in the bathroom are stylish and aesthetically pleasing.
Of course, all bathrooms are different. You will need to assess the amount of heat and light in your bathroom before deciding what to grow there. But our today's selection unites plants that are very unpretentious in care, which are quite suitable for the microclimate of an average bathroom.
Plants adapted to the lack of daylight
Aloe Vera - too bright light can damage foliage.
Bamboo is great if your bathroom has enough room for it to grow.
Begonia - Try rex begonia for a vibrant color.
Aspidistra is perhaps the most unpretentious plant on our list. Unkillable.
Aglaonema - loves humidity, but does not tolerate cold.
Dieffenbachia - needs light in winter.
Orchid - Suitable for bathrooms where it is not too cold.
Spathiphyllum is an elegant plant that does not need an abundance of light.
Chlorophytum - does not like bright light.
Plants for well-lit bathrooms
Asparagus - thrives in both natural and artificial light.
Bromelia - loves abundant, but not direct sunlight.
Croton - needs abundant indirect light and high humidity.
Cyclamen - needs light more in winter than in summer.
Gardenia is not the easiest plant to maintain, but it also loves sunlight and high humidity.
Sanseveria - loves bright light and does not need ideal conditions.
Ficus is a great option for a bathroom if you have enough space.
You may need to move plants around the perimeter of the bathroom before you find the ideal spot in terms of light and temperature. But as soon as the plants take root, your bathroom will acquire a completely new kind of expensive SPA, in which it is so pleasant to spend evenings.
