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best low maintenance indoor plants

Looking for the best low maintenance indoor plants to brighten your home without the constant care? You’re not alone—many New Zealanders are seeking the perfect greenery that thrives with minimal fuss. Whether you’re a busy professional, new to indoor gardening, or simply want an easy-care option for your space, there are several hardy, attractive houseplants that will flourish indoors. These plants not only enhance your décor but also help purify the air, requiring little more than occasional watering and the right light conditions. Read on to discover the top choices for effortless indoor gardening.

Dracaena 'Amigo' plant with lush green foliage being grown as an indoor plant.

Dracaena 'Amigo'

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Dracaena ‘Amigo’ is a stylish, low-maintenance indoor plant loved for its lush, tropical foliage and easy-care nature. Its glossy green leaves and upright form make it a perfect feature for modern homes and offices across New Zealand.

Suited to regions: Subtropical
Plant type: Indoor Plants
Height: 1.20 m
Spread: 50 cm
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
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 leaves and grows compactly to about 50 cm tall and 40 cm wide. Stromanthe Triostar makes for a wonderful office and house plant and is great for bringing colour and joy to a space.

Suited to regions: Subtropical
Plant type: Indoor Plants
Height: 50 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Tropical
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Epipremnum Golden Queen

Epipremnum ‘Golden Queen’ is an eye-catching indoor plant with bold golden-yellow variegation on lush green leaves. Its fast-growing, trailing habit...

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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...

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Peperomia clusiifolia

Peperomia clusiifolia, commonly known as the Jelly Plant, is a popular and easy to grow indoor plant. It produces short stems carrying thick and...

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Peperomia Burgundy indoor plant.
Peperomia Burgundy

Peperomia Burgundy is a popular and easy to grow indoor plant. It produces heart shaped leaves that are rippled and burgundy red colour. It typically...

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Peperomia Jade

Peperomia Jade is a variety of the commonly known, Baby Rubberplant, and is a popular and easy to grow indoor plant. It produces short stems carrying...

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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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Syngonium White Butterfly plants with elegant green foliage.
Syngonium 'White Butterfly'

Syngonium 'White Butterfly' is a beautiful indoor plant admired for its creamy white leaves edged with soft green. It is a vigorous grower and brings...

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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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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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Philodendron 'Xanadu' with lush green foliage growing indoors in a pot.
Philodendron 'Xanadu'

Philodendron 'Xanadu' is a lush, tropical plant prized for its dense clumps of deeply lobed, glossy green leaves. It forms a tidy, fountain-like...

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Callisia repens

Callisia repens goes by several common names such as the Bubbles Plant, Turtle Vine, and Pin Panther Plant. The Turtle Vine is a very popular indoor...

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A Philodendron 'Birkin' with lovely variegated foliage growing as an indoor plant.
Philodendron 'Birkin'

Philodendron 'Birkin' is a striking indoor plant characterised by its deep green leaves, adorned with creamy white pinstripes. It grows upright in a...

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Lucky Bamboo plants with lush, green foliage.
Dracaena sanderiana

Dracaena sanderiana, commonly known as Lucky Bamboo, is a stunning indoor plant grown for its lovely form and lush foliage. The fresh green leaves...

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Hoya pubicalyx 'Red Button'

Hoya 'Red Button' is a popular variety of Hoya that is commonly grown as an indoor plant. It produces elongated, dark green leaves held on trailing...

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Ficus benjamina 'Starlight' variegated foliage.
Ficus benjamina 'Starlight'

Ficus benjamina ‘Starlight’ is a striking indoor plant admired for its glossy green leaves edged in creamy white. This variegated form of the popular...

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Hypoestes 'Splash Red' plant with colourful red folaige.
Hypoestes 'Splash Red'

Hypoestes 'Splash Red' is a vibrant foliage plant prized for its bright green leaves boldly splashed with deep red markings. This compact and...

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Ficus Black Knight growing in a pot with lush, dark foliage.
Ficus 'Black Knight'

Ficus ‘Black Knight’ is a striking indoor plant characterised by its large, glossy leaves, which range from deep green to nearly black tones. This...

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Dracaena 'Warneckii' plant.
Dracaena 'Warneckii'

Dracaena ‘Warneckii’ is a bold and attractive indoor plant featuring long, arching green leaves striped with clean white or cream. Its upright canes...

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Crassula ovata

Crassula ovata (Money Tree) is a popular succulent known for its thick glossy green leaves and tree like structure. It is widely grown in New Zealand...

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Ficus benjamina

Ficus benjamina, known as the Weeping Fig, is a popular indoor plant in New Zealand, prized for its elegant, arching branches and glossy green...

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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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Beaucarnea recurvata (Pony Palm)

Beaucarnea recurvata (Ponytail Palm) is a distinctive ornamental plant admired for its swollen trunk base and long arching leaves. This unique plant...

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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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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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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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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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White flowers on a Cistus 'Snowmound' plant with green foliage.
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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Disphyma australe pink flowers and fleshy, green leaves.
Disphyma australe (NZ Ice Plant)

Disphyma australe, commonly known as NZ Ice Plant, is a hardy and attractive groundcover valued for its fleshy, bright green foliage and striking...

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Westringia Low Horizon with lush grey foliage as a groundcover plant.
Westringia 'Low Horizon'

Westringia 'Low Horizon' is a variety of the commonly known Coastal Rosemary, and is a fast-growing shrub. It features narrow grey-green leaves held...

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Dracaena 'Amigo'

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Why Choose Low Maintenance Indoor Plants?

Choosing plants that require minimal care ensures your indoor garden will look lush and healthy all year round, even if you forget to water every now and then. Low maintenance indoor plants are a practical solution for anyone who wants greenery without the stress of regular upkeep. They’re ideal for apartments, offices, and homes with busy schedules or variable indoor conditions.

Top Picks for the Best Low Maintenance Indoor Plants

Dracaena 'Amigo'

Dracaena 'Amigo' stands out for its adaptability and striking upright foliage. This plant thrives in filtered light and doesn’t require frequent watering, making it a favourite for homes and offices. Its lush green leaves bring a modern touch to any space while tolerating neglect better than most.

Dracaena marginata 'Bicolor'

For stylish, sculptural greenery, Dracaena marginata 'Bicolor' is another excellent choice among the best low maintenance indoor plants. Its red-edged green leaves are visually stunning and the plant is notoriously easy to care for. Dracaenas are perfect for anyone new to indoor gardening or looking to create a contemporary vibe.

Dracaena 'Anita'

If you love leafy, bushy plants, Dracaena 'Anita' is a must-consider. This variety is extremely resilient—tolerating both low light and occasional underwatering—making it suitable for nearly every indoor setting. Dracaenas purify the air and bring life to any room, all with the least maintenance required.

Epipremnum Glacier

The Epipremnum Glacier is ideal for anyone wanting a trailing plant that’s as easy as it is beautiful. Its variegated leaves brighten up shelves and hanging baskets, while its ability to adapt to various light levels makes it a versatile addition to your collection of the best low maintenance indoor plants.

Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant)

For striking, colourful foliage, consider the Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant). This hardy option adds vibrant pinks and greens to your décor and copes well with indirect light and spaced-out watering. The Stromanthe is a rewarding, low effort plant—one that offers big style for little work.

Tips for Easy Indoor Plant Care

To get the best from your low maintenance indoor plants, place them in bright, indirect light, and let the soil partially dry between waterings. Avoid overwatering and ensure pots have drainage holes to prevent root rot. Most low maintenance species benefit from a gentle wipe of their leaves to keep them looking fresh.

Find Your Best Low Maintenance Indoor Plants

Ready to transform your space with easy-care greenery? Explore our range of resilient favourites, including Dracaena 'Amigo', Dracaena 'Anita', and Epipremnum Glacier, and enjoy vibrant indoor plants without the hassle.


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