Safe and easy-care houseplants for kids' rooms

Safe and easy-care houseplants for kids' rooms

26.02.2024

Many parents take a responsible approach to the decor of their children's room. They want it to be not only a beautiful and comfortable room where the child spends most of his time. They also want the room to be cozy so that the child likes to relax, play, study and do his business there. For this reason, positive paintings, posters of a favorite musical group, photographs of family and friends, and various figurines that were given for birthdays often hang in the children's room. And often there are plants in the children's room. This could be one small plant pot on legs or a row of planters on the windowsill.

What plants are ideal for a children's room?

When choosing plants for a room where a child is, it is important to pay attention first of all to safety. The pot must be stable or securely fastened (if it is, for example, a hanging model). Choose a place for the pot with your child so that he likes the plant and takes care of it with joy. Of course, you can water and spray the plants yourself, but instilling in your child a concern for nature is very important. It is better to choose unpretentious plants that do not require very scrupulous care. Then the child will like his green friend and will take care of his health and beauty. We have selected 12 of the best plants for a child's room that do not require careful care.

  • Christmas Cactus. This is one of the most unpretentious plants with minimal needs. Even if you or your child forgot to water it, the plant will not die. It does not need to be frequently sprayed or its leaves washed; this plant does not like to have its growing location changed or touched frequently. If it is comfortable, it will delight you with magnificent flowers.
  • Spathiphyllum. It looks luxurious and is low maintenance. The plant is ideal for a child's room, even if it is alone on the windowsill. It does not grow into a huge bush but has a lush crown so it will beautifully decorate the room.
  • Cacti. Many people love cacti and sometimes children choose them as their first plant to grow. It seems that nothing is simpler: it does not need to be watered often, change the soil, feed it or spray it. There are many types of cacti that bloom with gorgeous large flowers (but they rarely do this).
  • Boston Fern. This plant is very popular for growing in the home because it is an authentic decorative element to freshen up a room. You can’t go wrong when choosing it for a child’s room; it has no special care requirements, so even a child can water or spray it. If you give it more free space, it will become a luxurious, lush bush.
  • African Violet. Violets can grow in almost any conditions. Many plant lovers adore these flowers because they are delicate and beautiful. This can be a stunning decorative element for a child's room. The advantage of the plant is that it is small but produces many beautiful flowers. You can place the potty on the window or on your child’s desk so that he does his homework in a good mood.
  • Miniature Roses. These are dwarf types of roses that are grown indoors. They have certain care requirements, but it is not that difficult. This is a chic decorative element, especially when the plant begins to bloom. These roses can decorate a little girl's room because they are delicate, romantic and beautiful. Grow one type or try growing several pots of different varieties.
  • Lemon Balm. If it doesn’t matter to you what plant to grow in the children’s room, then combine pleasantness, beauty and benefit. Choose lemon balm, this plant looks very lush and luxurious but it also emits a subtle aroma that will fill the entire room. Tell your child how to care for his new plant and he will be pleased to take care of it on his own.
  • Hens and Chicks. Many parents choose these amazing plants to decorate their boy's room. Plants look not just unusual, but even futuristic. They are like living stones from a distant, unfamiliar planet, and your child will definitely like them if he loves science fiction. Caring for such plants is very simple; they prefer dry areas in their natural environment. If your child forgot to water it, then it’s okay - the plant won’t die.
  • Donkey's Tail. This cute plant can get quite bushy so give it plenty of room to grow comfortably. This cute plant looks very positive so it is a great mood lifter. Place it on your child's desk or find a place for it on the window. Study its care features, they are quite simple.
  • Polka dot Plant. These plants are distinguished by their bright leaves. If green plants seem monotonous and boring to you, then this species will definitely surprise you. Its lilac leaves are quite large, so it creates an unusual atmosphere of fantasy and magic. It is ideal for a children's room because it is easy to care for.
  • Wax Plant. If you like flowering plants then you can choose this. It looks quite simple - large green leaves, but its flowers are a stunning creation of nature. A bunch of flowers has several inflorescences, each of which looks like a small star. This stunning plant will delight all family members with its magnificent blooms if you care for it properly.
  • Lemon. You can grow this plant from seed if you have the patience. An adult plant does not require special care, the main thing for it is warmth and watering. Place a pot in your child's room and ask him to tend his own lemon tree. Grow it together and it will be fun. The motivation will be very cool - to get the desired fruits from the lemon tree (although at home it rarely bears fruit).
  • Your child's room should be bright and positive, so plants will be an excellent solution for the interior. Even for small rooms there are many beautiful plants and flowers that are undemanding and look very beautiful. When choosing plants for your child's room, make sure that it will not interfere with his activity. You can place the pot on the floor, but most likely it will tip over.

    Choose closed places: a window sill or bookcase shelves. Plants should bring comfort to the room and not interfere with the child’s play, morning exercises or homework.

    author
    Margaret Wilson
    I'm a Content Editor and a Brand Contributor with a focus on the gardens and lifestyle. I write articles for Getpotted.com where I cover flower pots, plants and other subjects
    Back to List
    Maybe you will be interested
    How to care for Swiss cheese plants
    If you love plants then you know this species.
    Read article
    23.02.2024
    17 heart-shaped plants to fill your home with love
    If you want to fill your home with comfort, beauty and create a more romantic mood, then make a stunning plant with heart-shaped leaves the centerpiece of your interior.
    Read article
    21.02.2024
    The best indoor plants for cafes and restaurants
    When visiting a cafe or restaurant, you want not only to have a delicious meal, but also to spend time in a comfortable and cozy environment.
    Read article
    19.02.2024
    Authentic Valentine's Day gift ideas for plant fans
    Valentine's Day is a special holiday when people show their love not only with words
    and actions, but also with original gifts.
    Read article
    16.02.2024
    How to grow and care for spider plants
    Many people who grow plants at home prefer to choose this type. The spider plant is unique and beautiful; its delicate curved moldings look very beautiful.
    Read article
    14.02.2024
    How to make planters on legs last longer: care and maintenance tips
    Many interior designers prefer to install indoor planters on legs, but simple gardeners also use such pots because they are beautiful and convenient. Manufacturers of these types of pots create stunning designs that are ideal for almost any interior style.
    Read article
    12.02.2024
    Bathroom houseplants that thrive in high humidity
    f you plan to grow certain plants in the bathroom, then you need to choose types whose
    natural habitat is the subtropics.
    Read article
    08.02.2024
    Fun and functional kids` room decorating ideas
    The children's room is an important place for every child because he spends most of his time
    there.
    Read article
    06.02.2024
    How to grow and care for ZZ plants
    This plant also has a name - money tree. People believe that growing ZZ plant at home
    Read article
    05.02.2024
    From retro to modern: complementing home decors with planters on legs
    If you have a desire to purchase flower pots with plants, then you need to make the right choice
    taking into account the style of your interior.
    Read article
    08.01.2024
    view all