You Don’t Need a Green Thumb for These Wildly Easy Plants • Schisandra & Bergamot

Not everyone is born with a green thumb—but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy lush greenery at home. Some plants are so low-maintenance, they practically take care of themselves.

If you're a plant beginner or just forgetful when it comes to watering, these easy-to-grow plants will still thrive and brighten up your space.

Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata)

Close-up of a snake plant with long, green leaves bordered by yellow edges, showing the pattern and texture of the foliage. — Photo Credit: barbos2514/Pixabay

This popular houseplant is nearly indestructible. It tolerates low light, rarely needs watering, and even helps purify the air.

Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)

Close-up of several green pothos leaves with yellow and white variegation. — Photo Credit: SandeepHanda/Pixabay

Also known as devil’s ivy, pothos grows fast and is forgiving of missed waterings or low light. It’s a great trailing plant for shelves or hanging baskets.

ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia)

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Shiny, sculptural leaves and ultra-low maintenance needs make the ZZ plant a winner. It thrives in low light and dry soil—perfect for forgetful plant parents.

Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)

A potted spider plant on a table next to a camera lens, with sunlight casting shadows on a wooden wall. — Photo Credit: Phong Tran/Pexels

This classic plant is adaptable, fast-growing, and even produces baby “spiderettes” you can replant. It's happy in indirect light and doesn’t need much attention.

Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis)

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More than just a healing plant, aloe vera loves bright light and infrequent watering. It's perfect for sunny windowsills and beginners alike.

Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum spp.)

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With its elegant white blooms and ability to bounce back from neglect, the peace lily is a resilient beauty that signals when it needs a drink.

Jade Plant (Crassula ovata)

Small, round, yellowish-green succulent plants with red edges grow closely together on a rocky surface. — Photo Credit: bemps123/Pixabay

A hardy succulent with thick, glossy leaves, the jade plant only needs occasional watering. It prefers bright light but is very forgiving.

Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior)

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True to its name, this plant can survive low light, drought, and general neglect. It's a slow grower but nearly impossible to kill.

Lucky Bamboo (Dracaena sanderiana)

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Technically not bamboo, this plant grows well in water or soil, with minimal care. It's often kept in decorative containers and symbolizes good luck.

Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema spp.)

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This tropical beauty tolerates low light, dry air, and irregular watering. It also comes in a variety of leaf colors, adding visual interest to any room.

If you’ve struggled with plants before, don’t give up—these resilient options are practically foolproof. With just a little light and occasional watering, you’ll be growing greenery like a pro in no time.