Many people like to plant one or two pots of plants on the balcony. However, in some old-style residences, the buildings are very close to each other, and even if there is a balcony, it doesn't get sunlight. So, if the balcony is mostly shady and without light, what plants can be placed? The following will recommend several shade-tolerant plants for everyone. There must be one that you like.
Spathiphyllum
Spathiphyllum is also known as Smooth Sailing, and some florists call it Peace Lily. After it blooms, it has elegant white flowers. It likes a warm and humid environment and is suitable to be placed in a semi-shady place at home, such as the corner of the living room, the desk in the study, or a well-ventilated bathroom. Daily maintenance is very simple. Just make sure to thoroughly water it when the soil is dry. Fertilizer can be ordinary indoor plant, which is enough to meet its growth needs.
Money Tree
The Money Tree has a very good meaning when kept at home, symbolizing attracting wealth and prosperity. It is a shade-tolerant and easy-to-care-for evergreen plant, suitable to be placed in a moderately lit position at home, such as by the window of the living room, a corner of the study, or on both sides of the corridor. In terms of daily maintenance, the water requirement is to water when the soil is dry. For the soil, choose the soil for Clivia + sand as the medium. By doing so, it can exert the feng shui effect of attracting wealth and prosperity here, and at the same time, it can purify the air.
Aspidistra Elatior
Aspidistra Elatior has a unique appearance. It is known for having only one leaf on each stem. It prefers a shady environment and is therefore often suitable to be placed in many positions at home, such as the living room, bedroom, and study. In terms of daily maintenance, it is advisable to choose a tall pot. Choose a loose and breathable soil medium. By following the principle of watering when the soil is dry, Aspidistra Elatior can be well cared for.
Chlorophytum Comosum
Chlorophytum Comosum is a common indoor potted plant. It is famous for its strong air purification ability. Now, there are more attractive varieties of Chlorophytum Comosum in the flower market, such as Border Chlorophytum Comosum, Golden Heart Chlorophytum Comosum, Green Leaf Chlorophytum Comosum, etc. It can be hung on an elevated stand or placed on the windowsill or the edge of the desk at home. In terms of maintenance, the root system of Chlorophytum Comosum is a "fleshy root", so it is afraid of water accumulation. It is sufficient to thoroughly water it when the soil is dry during daily maintenance.
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