Shadow

Why you need a shade plant!

Whether you have a bare and somewhat darker spot or not, shade plants are beautiful! Therefore, it is really not the case that shade plants can only be in a place with only shade. Shady plants are a great addition to your urban jungle and if you let them slowly get used to some light, it won't hurt.
At Green-Bubble, we have a super large selection of different types of shade plants, which is why we've compiled a list of our favourites for you.

The shade plant Dracaena

The Dracaena is a very strong shade plant, even a real plant killer won't knock this plant off its perch. In fact, this easy shade plant requires very little care. Perfect if you don't have green fingers or little time for care. The Dracaena does not need much water. You only need to water the dragon plant once every 3 to 6 weeks. The best way to check this is to check the humidity of the soil. Too much water certainly doesn't do this cool green shade plant any good. The Dracaena is a true shade plant, so do not place it in the sunlight. This green rascal loves to grow in a place where there is shade.

The shade plant Calathea

The Calathea is a special houseplant from the tropical regions of Brazil and Columbia. What makes this houseplant so special is that it really seems to ‘live’. When the sun goes down, the leaves close to open again during the first morning sun. The leaves have a specific shape; they are long, lanceolate leaves with a wavy edge. The top of these leaves is olive green and the underside dark red. Apart from its great looks, it is also an air-purifying houseplant. This shade plant likes a moist substrate and we also recommend watering it regularly. This shade plant likes a spot of light. Direct sunlight is a real no go for this plant its leaves will fail and no new leaves will be created.

Hanging plant Monstera Monkey Leaf

This particular hanging plant comes all the way from faraway Mexico and is wildly popular. How could it not be... Have you seen those leaves? You could spend hours looking at those. The hanging plant MonsteraMonkeyleafis a really easy houseplant. Of course, this does not mean that this green houseplant does not need attention.
The hanging plant Monstera Monkeyleaf is not a thirsty shade plant. As long as the soil around the Monstera Monkeyleaf is slightly moist, this beautiful houseplant is already satisfied. The hanging plant Monstera Monkeyleaf is not that fussy when it comes to its position. Just make sure that this shade plant is not placed in a spot with direct sunlight. Otherwise, you risk burning the leaves of this green houseplant.

Care of shade plants

The care of shade plants is very diverse. For instance, a shade plant like the Calathea needs a lot of maintenance. This shade plant likes regular watering and absolutely loves to be watered from time to time. On the other hand, the Monstera shade plant, for example, needs a lot less water. Because the maintenance of each shade plant varies so much, it is wise to read up well before putting a plant in the shade.
The nice thing about a shade plant is that they don't easily suffer from a lack of sunlight. So your shade plant won't mind if you forget to open the curtains once in a while! Despite the low need for sunlight, shade plants are evergreen, provided you water them as needed! Watering the shade plant also helps well in maintaining evergreen leaves. Of course, it makes sense that shade plants do best in the shade. Yet there are some plants that grow fine in the shade, but do even better in a little sunlight! Take the Kentia palm, for example. This shade plant grows well in the shade, but a little sunlight will make it grow even faster!

Different types of shade plants

There are many different types of shade plants. Take, for example, the evergreen shade plants and the shade plants that withstand dry soil well. Because there are many different indoor shade plants, there is a nice shade plant for every plant lover!

Indoor shade plants that can withstand dry soil

The shade plants that grow well with dry soil need relatively little water. Take the Sansevieria, for example. The Sansevieria is a true shade plant that needs very little water and maintenance. The Sansevieria grows well in the shade, but it also does well in sunlight. The great thing is then despite the shade it is an evergreen shade plant! The Dracaena is also a shade topper. This shade plant can grow fine in dry soil. The Dracaena is one of the strongest shade plants while it looks like a normal houseplant that needs good care. Appearances are deceptive, the Dracaena can take a beating just fine!

Shady plants that can also stand in the sun

Are you looking for a shade plant that can also stand in normal daylight? Don't worry, there are some beautiful shade plants that can grow in both light and dark places. Take the Kentia palm, for example. The Kentia palm is basically a shade plant, but it also does well in daylight. The moment this shade palm receives more sunlight it will grow a little faster.
The Monstera or Hole plant is also a very well-known shade plant. This shade plant is evergreen and does perfectly well in a dark spot. It is a very popular shade plant for a reason! The Monstera also requires relatively little care. A shade plant with many positive properties!

Shady plants in your interior

Shady plants are perfect for that dark spot in your bedroom, for example, or for bathrooms with little sunlight. Below is a list of ideal spots for shade plants. So if you need a little inspiration, read on!

Shady plants in your living room

Dark corners in a living room are perfect spots for shade plants. Shady plants like the Kentia palm or Monstera are plants that can grow very large, even in the shade. So give them enough space and place them about a metre away from the wall. This will give them plenty of room to grow!

Shady plants in your bedroom

Do you often forget to open your curtains after you leave the bedroom? Shade plants find this no problem at all. It is often the case that plants in bedrooms do not survive as long. These are often forgotten and sometimes stand in the dark all day. Still, you can enjoy an evergreen shade plant in your bedroom! A perfect shade plant for a bedroom, for example, is the Sansevieria or a Dracaena.

Shady plants in your bathroom

It is very trendy these days to add plants to your bathroom. Yet the bathroom is often a place that can be very dark and this can cause problems for plants that don't like shade. Fortunately, there are shade plants that love shade and high humidity! The perfect combination for a bathroom shade plant. The Calathea is a perfect bathroom shade plant. This shade plant does not like direct sunlight but does like high humidity and enough water. So the fumes from the shower or bath are much appreciated by this shade plant.

Shady plants in your kitchen

Do you have a dark kitchen and still want to enjoy a healthy green look while cooking? Evergreen shade plants are the perfect candidate for your dark kitchen. Actually, all types of shade plants will suit your kitchen. A Kentia palm, for example, is a great shade plant next to a kitchen island and a Calathea can bring some greenery and colour to the kitchen table! Plenty of possibilities for shade plants in a kitchen!

Buy a shade plant at Green Bubble

Buy a shade plant at Green Bubble! When you decide to buy a shade plant, of course you want a beautiful, healthy plant.
At Green Bubble we work hard every day to make sure we only send you high quality plants! All shade plants also come straight from the grower so we can guarantee freshness! We get super happy when our customers are happy and when our plants are healthy! Want to buy a shade plant but you have no room in your car? No problem, we will ship your shade plant to you free of charge! This way, you never have to drag a shade plant around again!
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