Shade plants
Looking for plants to brighten up your shadow corner? At Green Bubble you can find the coolest shade plants.
Why you need a shade plant!
Whether or not you have a bare and somewhat dark spot, shade plants are wonderfully beautiful! Therefore, it is really not the case that shade plants can only be in a place with only shade. Shade plants are a nice addition to your urban jungle and if you let them slowly get used to some light, it can'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 favorites for you.
The shade plant Dracaena
The Dracaena is a very strong shade plant, even a real plant killer will not knock this plant off its perch. In fact, this easy shade plant requires very little care. Perfect if you do not 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. You can best check this by checking the humidity of the soil. Too much water does this cool green shade plant certainly not good. The Dracaena is a true shade plant, so do not place it in sunlight. This green rascal actually loves to grow in a place where there is shade.
The shade plant Calathea
The Calathea is a special houseplant originating 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 bottom is dark red. Other than its great looks, it is also an air-purifying houseplant. This shade plant likes a moist soil and we also recommend that you water the shade plant regularly. This shade plant likes a spot slightly 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 look at those for hours. The hanging plant Monstera Monkeyleaf is 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, then this beautiful houseplant is already satisfied. The hanging plant Monstera Monkeyleaf is not so picky when it comes to its location. Just make sure that this shade plant is not in a place with direct sunlight. Otherwise, you risk burning the leaves of this green houseplant.
Care of shade plants
The care of shade plants varies widely. For example, a shade plant such as the Calathea requires a lot of maintenance. This shade plant likes regular water and absolutely loves to be watered occasionally. On the other hand, for example, the Monstera shade plant requires a lot less water. Because the maintenance for 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 it's no big deal for your shade plant if you forget to open the curtains once! 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 are 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 in a little sunlight the plant will 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 can withstand dry soil. Because there are many different indoor shade plants, there is a nice shade plant for every plant lover!
Shade plants that tolerate dry soil well
So 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 requires very little water and maintenance. The Sansevieria grows well in the shade but also in sunlight this plant does fine. 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 just fine with dry soil. The Dracaena is one of the strongest shade plants while looking like a normal houseplant that needs good care. Appearances can be deceiving, the Dracaena can take a beating just fine!
Shade plants that can also stand in the sun
Are you looking for a shade plant that can also possibly stand in normal daylight? No worries, 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 fine in daylight. The moment this shade palm receives a little more sunlight it will grow a little faster.
The Monstera or Hole Plant is also a very well known plant for the shade. This shade plant is evergreen and does perfectly in a dark spot. It is also a very popular shade plant for a reason! The Monstera also requires relatively little care. A shade plant with many positive properties!
Shadow plants in your interior
Shade plants are perfect for that dark spot in your bedroom, for example, or consider bathrooms with little sunlight. Below is a list of ideal spots for shade plants. So if you need a little inspiration, read on quickly!
Shade plants in your living room
Dark corners in a living room are perfect places for shade plants. Shade plants such as the Kentia palm or Monstera are plants that can grow very large, even in the shade. Therefore, give them enough space and place them about a meter away from the wall. This will give them all the space they need to grow nicely!
Shade plants in your bedroom
Do you often forget to open your curtains after you leave the bedroom? Plants for shade find this no problem at all. It is common 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! For example, a perfect shade plant for a bedroom is the Sansevieria or a Dracaena.
Shade plants in your bathroom
It is very trendy these days to add plants to your bathroom. However, 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 plenty of water. So the fumes from the shower or bath are greatly appreciated by this shade plant.
Shade plants in your kitchen
Do you have a dark kitchen and still want to enjoy a healthy green look while you're cooking? Evergreen shade plants are the perfect candidate for your dark kitchen. Actually, all types of shade plants can fit in the kitchen. For example, a Kentia palm is a very nice shade plant for next to a kitchen island and a Calathea can bring some greenery and color to the kitchen table! Plenty of possibilities for shade plants in a kitchen!
Buying a shade plant at Green Bubble
Buy a shade plant at the Green Bubble! The moment you decide to buy a shade plant you want a beautiful, healthy plant.
At Green Bubble, we are committed every day to making sure we ship only quality plants! All shade plants also come directly 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 ship your shade plant to you for free! So you never have to drag a shade plant again!
Ordering a shade plant is quick and easy in our webshop. When you order a shade plant today, you will receive it very soon!
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