20 indoor flowering plants for a brighter home all year round

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These flowers are heart-shaped It requires medium to bright light and thrives in moist conditionsWhich makes them great indoor plants. They come in different shades: pink, lavender and white, and will grow 2-3 feet tall.

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GM Bamboo Crown of Thorns

Crown of thorns

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GM Bamboo Crown of Thorns

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Low-maintenance and easily adaptable, crown of thorns has small, colorful flowers that come in red, yellow, pink, salmon and white. Place them in or near a window So they will receive tons of light. And if you find yourself too busy to water them, don’t worry – they only need to be watered when the soil is completely dry.

    Amaryllis

With their large, trumpet-like blooms, amaryllis plants will liven up any part of your space. They are cheery and perfect for winter and It grows in warm, sunny places. Additionally, its stems can grow up to 36 inches.

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Looking for a fun St. Patrick’s Day gift? With their clover-like leaves, these shamrocks should be on your list. It produces delicate white flowers but is also known for its purple leaves. Make sure to keep the soil evenly moist and leave it in medium to bright light.

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Urban Cottage & Co. Clivia

Clivia

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Urban Cottage & Co. Clivia

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Although similar to amaryllis, clivia plants have smaller, trumpet-shaped flowers that retain their foliage throughout the year. In some cultures it is known as a symbol of happiness and abundance. Water it regularly in summer but less in winter. Keep them out of direct sunlight.

Peace lily

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Peace lilies symbolize fresh life and rebirth, and are known for their spoon-shaped flowers and easy care. Keep it in low to moderate light and make sure it is in moist soil. If you see it drooping, this is a sign that it needs watering.

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    primrose

Add a splash of color to those dreary winter days with a cyclamen plant in your home. They are fun, attractive and great as a Valentine’s Day gift, especially for their heart-shaped leaves that resemble the wings of a butterfly. It will need bright, indirect sunlight to grow until it becomes dormant in late spring.

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Mama’s Home Garden Maple Flowers

Flowering maple

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Mama’s Home Garden Maple Flowers

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The maple’s bright red, yellow, pink or peach blossoms will make it stand out among your houseplants. They even hang like holiday lanterns. Plant them upright or in a hanging basket and keep them in intense sunlight with evenly moist soil.

Bromeliad

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Part of the pineapple family, bromeliad plants have tropical foliage that is beautiful enough for holiday decorations. Flowers can last up to six months with proper care: Provide bright indirect light, keep plants moist and maintain humid air conditions.

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Via citrus plant calamondin

Calamondin citrus plant

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Via citrus plant calamondin

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These aromatic plants require intense sunlight. It will bloom year round and range from 15 to 22 inches tall. In late winter or spring, you’ll see white flowers and orange fruits that last for months.

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Plants.com Gardenia plant

Gardenia plant

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Plants.com Gardenia plant

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Gardenia loves the sun very much It is best to keep them in bright, direct sunlight. Known as a secret love letter between couples, these plants thrive in 55 to 64 degrees Fahrenheit indoors and require proper drainage and moist soil.

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ProFlowers Housewarming Meyer Lemon Tree

Housewarming Meyer lemon tree

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ProFlowers Housewarming Meyer Lemon Tree

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If you want to keep your lemon tree indoors, place it in the window that receives the most sunlight or use grow lights (eight hours is the recommended time). If the soil feels dry, make sure to water it once a week to get even moisture. Regardless of The pot you choose for your citrus tree, make sure it has large drainage holes.

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California Tropical Pink Spotted Plant

Pink dotted plant

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California Tropical Pink Spotted Plant

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These plants may not have flowers, but their leaves make up for it! Its speckled leaves vary in white, hot pink, and light pink. Stick to bright, indirect sunlightEspecially since harsh sunlight can make their color fade.

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CTS Air Plants Christmas Cactus

Christmas cactus

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CTS Air Plants Christmas Cactus

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Plants.com azalea plant

Azalea plant

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Plants.com azalea plant

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The azalea plant, part of the rhododendron family, is native to Japan. They have bell-shaped flowers and come in a range of vibrant colors. To make sure it stays beautiful (and grows up to 16 inches), Keep it in indirect sunlight and keep the soil moist.

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Plants.com Pink blooming calla plant

Blooming pink calla plant

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Plants.com Pink blooming calla plant

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Part of the same family as peace lilies, calla lilies feature broad, thick leaves and sword-like foliage. The classic white is a favorite at weddings, but its flowers also come in dark maroon, yellow, orange, rose, rose and lavender. Make sure it gets plenty of natural sunlight and keep the potting mixture moist.

Orchid flower

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Compared to some other indoor plant options, orchids are a little trickier to care for. It has a unique, long-lasting color and requires minimal watering. Do not place them in direct sunlight and keep them in a warm and humid environment.

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Optiflora African violet

African violet

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Optiflora African violet

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These easy-to-grow plants are known for their year-round flowers and fuzzy, velvety leaves. Consider using a self-watering pot and keeping it in warm locations during the colder months. You will love using them as table centerpieces or as shelf decorations.

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Kalanchoe pet plants

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Kalanchoe plant

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Kalanchoe pet plants

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The Kalanchoe plant only blooms once a year, but the flowers last for a few months. Since they are succulent plants, They prefer bright light and minimal watering.

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Gardens of the Emerald Goddess Ixora

Ixora

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Gardens of the Emerald Goddess Ixora

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Known for its stunning red color, the Ixora plant is not only pleasing to the eye but hard to miss. Also called “flame of the forest,” these bright green plants grow in clusters of pink, red, orange, or yellow. Keep them in bright light and use well-drained soil to see them reach their full potential—some grow up to 10 feet tall.

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