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10 Affordable House Plants to Brighten Up Your Home

No matter the size or style of your living space, nothing brightens it up quite like a beautiful house plant. Some even help improve air quality, literally making your house breathe better. You can buy plants cheap these days at places like Home Depot, Lowe's, Walmart, supermarkets, hardware stores and even online sites like Amazon. If you're not sure what types of plants to buy that won't break the bank, take a look at some of the most popular, easy-to-find options.

Succulents

If you have a black thumb, succulents are probably your best option. They typically live for a long time without much attention, and they're also some of the least expensive plants available if cost is a significant issue. Just place them in a sunny window and watch them thrive.

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Croton Plants

Croton plants can live indoors or outdoors and add a tropical appearance to your home. You can find them in a variety of colors, shapes and sizes, and they look good alone or blended with dish gardens and other arrangements.

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Snake Plant

The snake plant's low price and versatility make it a popular option for brightening up an indoor space. Much like succulents, they're easy to grow and don't require much maintenance. They also tend to fit well with any style of decor.

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Bromeliad

With its ability to bloom, bromeliad has a bit of an advantage over many other house plants, especially if you're a fan of pops of bright color. These plants do enjoy light, but they don't require much care and thrive no matter what the temperature is inside your home.

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Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is one of the most popular house plants, probably because it has medicinal properties in addition to visual appeal. Technically succulents, these plants are toxic to both people and pets when ingested but can be a lifesaver for nasty scrapes and burns. Simply squeeze some of the juice from the plant onto the injured area for soothing relief.

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Asparagus Fern

Asparagus ferns are absolutely gorgeous, but they require a little more work than some of the other plants on the list, especially when they're growing indoors. These plants need humidity, especially during the winter, so you may need to mist them daily. They also require regular watering and occasional repotting.

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Jade Plant

Indoor jade plants are popular because they live a long time and don't need much attention. They like warm dry environments and require at least four hours of sunlight a day. Because they are so eye-catching, they work well in any space.

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Rubber Tree

If you're searching for plants for large planters, consider a rubber tree. They can actually grow up to 50 feet tall, but that's not something you have to worry about when growing one indoors. These plants do okay with less light and inside cooler homes, although they shouldn't be placed in areas that are too drafty. They also help clean up air pollution in a room.

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Peace Lily

Peace lilies help remove toxins from the air and can thrive in semi-dark and cool rooms. They are particularly popular because they bloom regularly with gorgeous white flowers. Even the name peace lily has a soothing effect.

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Philodendron

Last but not least is the mighty philodendron, a beautiful vining plant that can grow indoors. All these plants need is a little water and sunlight to thrive for many years. Like the rubber plant and the peace lily, philodendrons help remove toxins from the air.

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