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best indoor plants for living room

Transform your home into a lush, relaxing retreat with the best indoor plants for living room spaces. From architectural foliage to flowering beauties, indoor plants not only enhance your décor but also improve air quality and wellbeing. Whether you have lots of natural light, prefer low-maintenance greenery, or want to make a bold statement, there’s a living room plant that fits your style and needs. Discover which indoor plants thrive in kiwi homes and how you can create your own green sanctuary below.

Dracaena marginata 'Colorama' plants in a nursery.

Dracaena marginata 'Colorama'

Dracaena marginata ‘Colorama’ is a striking indoor plant valued for its narrow arching leaves highlighted with pink cream and green tones. This colourful variety performs very well in New Zealand homes and offices, offering a bold modern look with minimal maintenance. It is ideal for gardeners wanting an eye catching foliage plant that thrives indoors. Dracaena marginata ‘Colorama’ adds height, colour, and year round interest to interior spaces.

Suited to regions: Subtropical
Plant type: Indoor Plants
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 1.00 m
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
Dracaena Anita plant in a pot.

Dracaena 'Anita'

Dracaena ‘Anita’ is an elegant indoor plant with fine, arching, deep green leaves that create a soft, fountain-like effect. Its slim canes and lush foliage make it a stylish choice for adding greenery to modern interiors without overpowering the space. Thriving in bright, indirect light, it’s easy to maintain and drought-tolerant once established. This variety also helps purify indoor air, making it both a decorative and practical addition to New Zealand homes and offices.

Suited to regions: Subtropical
Plant type: Indoor Plants
Height: 1.00 m
Spread: 50 cm
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
Dracaena 'Amigo' plant with lush green foliage being grown as an indoor plant.
Dracaena 'Amigo'

Dracaena ‘Amigo’ is a stylish, low-maintenance indoor plant loved for its lush, tropical foliage and easy-care nature. Its glossy green leaves and...

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Dracaena marginata 'Bicolor' plants with colourful foliage.
Dracaena marginata 'Bicolor'

Dracaena marginata ‘Bicolor’ is a graceful indoor plant with slender, upright canes topped by narrow green leaves edged in cream and pink. Its...

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Sansevieria trifasciata 'Laurentii' growing in a pot.
Sansevieria 'Laurentii' (Mother In Laws Tongue)

The Sansevieria Laurentii plant, commonly known as the Mother in Law Tongue, is a very popular indoor plant. It features upright and fleshy leaves...

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Sansevieria Hahnii (Bird's Nest Snake Plant)

Sansevieria Hahnii, commonly known as the Dwarf Snake Plant or Serpent Plant, is a very popular indoor plant. It features upright and fleshy leaves...

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Stromanthe triostar plant.
Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant)

Stromanthe Triostar is a popular indoor plant owing to its lush and colourful foliage. It features elegant, dark green, pink, and cream-coloured...

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A stunning Dracaena marginata 'Sunray' with fine, green and yellow foliage growing in a pot.
Dracaena marginata 'Sunray'

Dracaena marginata ‘Sunray’ is a striking indoor plant with slender, arching green leaves edged in bright Sunray-yellow. Its tall, elegant canes and...

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Dieffenbachia 'Camille'

Dieffenbachia 'Camille' is a popular indoor plant known for its large, creamy white leaves edged with green. It brings a fresh, tropical look to New...

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Ficus elastica 'Ruby' plants with colourful foliage.
Ficus 'Ruby'

Ficus 'Ruby' is a popular indoor plant owing to its amazing, tri-coloured foliage. The large, glossy leaves are variegated with dark red, pink, and...

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A large Monstera deliciosa (Swiss Cheese Plant) in a garden with lush, green leaves.
Monstera deliciosa (Swiss Cheese Plant)

Monstera deliciosa, also known as the Swiss Cheese or Fruit Salad Plant, is a popular indoor tropical plant loved for its striking, holey leaves and...

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Cissus rhombifolia trailling over the sides of a planter with lush foliage.
Cissus rhombifolia (Grape Ivy)

Cissus rhombifolia, commonly known as the Grape Ivy plant, is an evergreen perennial grown for its colourful and trailing foliage. Hanging stems host...

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Ficus benjamina 'variegata' foliage.
Ficus benjamina variegata

Ficus benjamina 'Variegata' is a popular indoor plant owing to its colourful foliage. It has a short trunk that supports a dense canopy of dark green...

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Phlebodium aureum Blue Star (Blue Star Fern)

The Blue Star Fern features wavy leaves that are a blue-green colour. This popular indoor plant grows as a clump to about 30 cm tall and the same...

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Philodendron 'Atom' growing as an indoor plant and featuring lush, dark green foliage.
Philodendron 'Atom'

Philodendron 'Atom' is a compact, tropical plant known for its glossy, dark green leaves with deep lobes and softly ruffled edges. This dwarf variety...

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Strelitzia nicolai (White Bird Of Paradise Plant)

Strelitzia nicolai (Giant White Bird Of Paradise) is a bold, architectural plant known for its large banana like leaves and striking white and blue...

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Chlorophytum comosum variegatum (Spider Plant)

Chlorophytum comosum Variegatum, commonly known as the Spider Plant, is a tender, herbaceous perennial grown for its lush and variegated foliage. It...

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Chlorophytum Curly (Curly Spider Plant)

Chlorophytum Curly, commonly known as the Curly Spider Plant or Airplane plant, is a tender, herbaceous perennial grown for its lush, variegated, and...

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Portulaca Pazzaz Sunset (Moss Rose Plant)

Portulaca Pazazz Sunset, commonly known as the Moss Rose plant, is a low-growing perennial with fabulous flowers. Bright orange and yellow flowers...

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Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant) bright red foliage.
Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant)

Sedum rubrotinctum, commonly known as Jelly Bean Plant or Pork and Beans Plant, is a compact, low-growing succulent reaching 15–20 cm tall and...

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Moss pole for plants.
Moss Pole For Plants (Moss Pole For Plants)

These moss poles for plants are made from Coir Fibre (i.e., the husks of coconuts). They are an eco-friendly option to help plants grow healthier and...

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Lagerstroemia 'Best Red' red flowers amidst dark purple foliage.
Lagerstroemia 'Best Red'

Lagerstroemia ‘Best Red’ is a standout crepe myrtle prized for its intense red summer flowers and strong upright tree form. Flowering through the...

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A Spearmint plant with lush, green leaves.
Mint Plant

Mint Plant (Spearmint) is a popular herb grown for its fresh fragrant leaves and versatile use in cooking drinks and home remedies. Well suited to...

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Aechmea fasciata (Urn Plant)

Aechmea fasciata is a colourful Bromeliad that features thick and leathery leaves that are striped with silver and dark green. They are borne as a...

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Helichrysum petiolare (Licorice Plant)

Helichrysum petiolare (Licorice Plant) is a popular evergreen plant valued for its soft silver foliage and trailing growth habit. The attractive...

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Orange 'Best Seedless'

The ‘Best Seedless’ Orange is a superb variety prized for its deliciously sweet, seedless fruit and easy-to-peel skin. Perfect for New Zealand...

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Cistus 'Snowmound' (White Rock Rose Plant)

Cistus ‘Snowmound’ is a compact evergreen shrub that produces a breathtaking display of pure white flowers with golden-yellow centres from late...

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Carex 'Everlime' plants for sale at The Plant Company nursery.
Carex 'Everlime' (Lime Grass Plant)

Carex ‘Everlime’ (Japanese Sedge) is a popular evergreen sedge valued for its graceful arching green foliage edged with bright lime cream margins...

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Shadecloth - 70% Shade (Shade Cloth For Plants)

This shade cloth for plants, which is also used as plant windbreaks, reduces light levels and windspeeds by 70%. Therefore, 30% of the wind or light...

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Indoor Plant Fertiliser

All potted plants require indoor plant fertiliser. This is particularly important as many nurseries only put enough fertiliser in the pots to last...

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Indoor Plant Fertiliser Tablets

Indoor plants require feeding from the time you get them home as nurseries typically only put enough fertiliser in the pots to last 4-8 weeks after...

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Fertiliser for acid loving plants (Acid Fertiliser)

Using fertiliser for acid loving plants is important for plants such as Camellias, Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Daphne’s, Gardenia’s, and Hydrangea’s who...

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Why Choose Indoor Plants for Your Living Room?

Bringing plants into your living room is more than just a design trend. Houseplants naturally purify indoor air, boost humidity, and can create a calming, welcoming atmosphere for family and friends. In New Zealand’s shifting climate, choosing hardy, adaptable indoor plants ensures your living room looks vibrant all year long. Plus, caring for your plants provides a soothing, mindful break from the bustle of daily life.

Top 5 Best Indoor Plants for Living Room

1. Dracaena marginata 'Colorama'

If you’re after a striking yet easy-care plant, the Dracaena marginata 'Colorama' is an excellent choice. With bold, pink-edged leaves and a tall, arching form, it makes a dramatic focal point in modern and classic living rooms alike. This Dracaena tolerates low light and prefers to dry out slightly between waterings—perfect for busy households.

2. Ficus lyrata (Fiddle-Leaf Fig)

For those who love statement plants, the Ficus lyrata (Fiddle-Leaf Fig) brings instant designer flair. Its large, violin-shaped leaves are perfect for spacious living areas with bright, indirect sunlight. While it does appreciate consistent watering and humidity, the lush green foliage pays off with a stunning visual impact.

3. Dracaena 'Amigo'

Reliable and low-maintenance, the Dracaena 'Amigo' is one of the best indoor plants for living room conditions. With glossy, striped leaves and an upright form, it complements both contemporary and traditional décor. Give it filtered light and the occasional feed to keep it thriving.

4. Spathiphyllum 'Domino' (Peace Lily)

Famed for its resilience and beautiful white blooms, the Spathiphyllum 'Domino' (Peace Lily) is a must-have for any living room. It’s tolerant of lower light and excellent at purifying air. Plus, its lush, variegated leaves add texture and interest even when it’s not in flower.

5. Sansevieria Hahnii (Bird's Nest Snake Plant)

Short on space? The compact Sansevieria Hahnii (Bird's Nest Snake Plant) fits perfectly on shelves, side tables, or plant stands. With its striking architectural form and hardy nature, it requires almost no fuss—thriving on neglect and tolerating a range of light conditions.

Tips for Styling and Caring for Living Room Plants

Ready to revitalise your space? Create your dream oasis today with the best indoor plants for living room lifestyles in New Zealand, and enjoy a fresher, happier home year-round.


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