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Looking for the best small house plants to brighten your home, freshen the air, or add charm to your work-from-home space? Whether you’re a busy plant parent searching for fuss-free greenery, or a seasoned collector craving another petite beauty for your shelf, small house plants are always in style. They’re easy to mix and match, perfect for apartments or offices, and many thrive in New Zealand’s unique indoor environments. Choosing the best small house plants means considering light, watering needs, and your space—but with so many stunning options, you’ll find the perfect plant to suit your lifestyle.

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Haworthia Glabrata

Haworthia Glabrata is a small succulent that features rosettes of thick and fleshy leaves. The dark green leaves with silver lines have a rough texture and a zebra-like appearance. It typically grows to 10 cm tall and the same wide.

From $17.87

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Succulents
Height: 10 cm
Spread: 10 cm
Tolerances: Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
Haworthia fasciata succulent growing in a pot.

Haworthia fasciata

Haworthia fasciata is a small succulent that features rosettes of thick and fleshy leaves. The dark green leaves with silver lines have a rough texture and a zebra-like appearance. It typically grows to 10 cm tall and the same wide. Haworthia fasciata is commonly grown indoors as a potted plant, or added to a rock garden.

From $15.11

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Succulents
Height: 10 cm
Spread: 10 cm
Tolerances: Extended dry periods
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
Haworthia resendeana plant.
Haworthia resendeana

Haworthia resendeana is a small succulent features thick and fleshy leaves on short stems. The dark green leaves have a rough texture and afford...

From$20.63
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Zamioculcas Black Knight (Zamioculcas Plant)

Zamioculcas Black Knight is a very popular indoor plant owing to its dark and showy foliage. It grows as a clump and produces upright fronds which...

From$41.33
Haworthia mirabilis 'Triebneriana' plant.
Haworthia mirabilis triebneriana (Haworthia mirabilis var Triebneriana)

Haworthia mirabilis Triebneriana is a small succulent that features rosettes of thick and fleshy leaves. The light green leaves with dark green...

From$15.11
Chlorophytum comosum variegatum plants growing in pots on a shelf.
Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum'

Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum' (Spider Plant) is a popular evergreen perennial valued for its arching green and white striped foliage and easy...

From$39.95
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...

From$21.39
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Feijoa 'Bambina'

Feijoa 'Bambina' is a compact, dwarf variety perfect for small gardens, patios, and containers. It grows to around 1.5 m tall and wide, forming a...

From$31.67
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Rose Cecil Brunner

Rose 'Cecil Brunner' is a treasured old fashioned climbing rose, admired for its sprays of small, perfectly shaped soft pink flowers and delicate...

From$30.29
Juncus effusus plants growing in water.
Juncus effusus (Soft Rush Plant)

Juncus effusus (Spiral Rush) is an eye catching rush valued for its distinctive twisting green stems, compact clumping habit, and strong...

From$16.49
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Zieria prostrata

Zieria prostrata is a low growing shrub, often used as a groundcover, and favoured for its pretty flowers. Through spring and summer, it bears masses...

From$12.95
Japanese Box (Buxus microphylla) plants with lush green foliage.
Buxus microphylla (Littleleaf Boxwood)

Buxus microphylla, commonly known as Japanese Box or Littleleaf Boxwood, is a compact evergreen shrub renowned for its dense, glossy green foliage...

From$44.95
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...

From$24.77
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...

From$19.50
Sophora microphylla specimen tree covered in yellow flowers.
Sophora microphylla (Small Leaved Kōwhai)

Sophora microphylla, commonly known as Weeping Kowhai, is a treasured New Zealand native tree admired for its graceful, drooping branches and masses...

From$28.91
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Rose Ann Turner

Rose Ann Turner is a climbing rose that features masses of double, pink flowers. The blooms emerge in spring and continue until autumn provided the...

From$30.29
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Clianthus puniceus (Parrot Beak Plant)

Clianthus puniceus (Kakabeak) is a spectacular New Zealand native shrub renowned for its striking clusters of brilliant red, beak shaped flowers that...

From$44.09
Buxus microphylla 'Koreana' (Korean Box) plant with lush, green foliage.
Buxus koreana (Korean Boxwood)

Buxus koreana, commonly known as Korean Box, is a cold-hardy, evergreen shrub ideal for low hedging and formal borders in New Zealand gardens. It...

From$16.95
Orange 'Best Seedless' orange fruit with orange flesh.
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...

From$369.95
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Agave americana 'Variegata' (Variegated Century Plant)

Agave americana 'Variegata' is a striking evergreen succulent valued for its bold architectural form and strongly variegated foliage. It forms a...

From$15.95
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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...

From$44.09
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Planter Bags 3/4 (Seedling Bags)

PB 3/4 Planter Bags are a practical option for growing and establishing small plants, seedlings, shrubs, and young trees. Made for nursery and...

From$15.47
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Fertiliser for acid loving plants

Fertiliser for acid loving plants provides targeted nutrition for plants that perform best in acidic soil conditions. It helps support healthy...

From$7.95
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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...

From$34.95
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...

From$6.90
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Tilia cordata

Tilia cordata (Small Leaved Lime) is a majestic deciduous tree admired for its symmetrical form, heart shaped green leaves, and highly fragrant pale...

From$515.35
Plant watering bottle for watering a plant on a shelf.
Plant Watering Bottle

Plant Watering Bottles provide a simple and convenient way to deliver water directly to indoor plants, seedlings, cuttings, and small container...

From$55.13
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0.5 Litre Plant Pots

0.5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical choice for growing young plants, herbs, seedlings, and smaller ornamentals. Their compact size makes them ideal...

From$23.04
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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...

From$16.95
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1.5 Litre Plant Pots

1.5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical choice for growing young shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and other developing plants. They provide useful...

From$27.36
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2.5 Litre Plant Pots

2.5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical option for growing shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and other developing plants. They provide ample root...

From$37.44
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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...

From$499.80
Haworthia Glabrata

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Why Choose Small House Plants?

Small house plants are ideal for tight spaces, apartment living, or adding interest to shelves, desks, and bedside tables. These compact greens offer all the aesthetic and wellbeing benefits of larger plants without overwhelming your space. Many of the best small house plants are also easy to care for and adaptable, making them the perfect introduction for new plant owners or anyone wanting a low-maintenance touch of nature indoors.

Top Picks for the Best Small House Plants

When selecting the best small house plants for New Zealand homes, it’s important to choose varieties known for their resilience and beauty. Here are some of our favourites:

Sansevieria Hahnii (Bird's Nest Snake Plant)

This compact snake plant is celebrated for its neat rosette shape and striking foliage. Sansevieria Hahnii (Bird's Nest Snake Plant) is virtually indestructible, thriving on neglect, low light, and infrequent watering. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking for a little green in low-light corners.

Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant)

Looking for colour and interest? Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant) brings a tropical vibe with its pink, white, and green leaves. This small house plant loves indirect light and adds a pop of striking colour to small spaces or group arrangements.

Monstera deliciosa (Swiss Cheese Plant)

While often seen as a larger plant, Monstera deliciosa (Swiss Cheese Plant) can be kept compact and manageable, especially when propagated or grown in smaller pots. Its iconic, split leaves make it a statement piece even in miniature.

More Options to Enhance Your Indoor Jungle

If you’re looking for unique colour and texture, consider adding Kniphofia Dwarf Scarlet (Hot Poker Plant) for a burst of warm hues, or Ligularia 'Rukuhia Beauty' (Small Leaved Ligularia) for beautifully patterned foliage in shade-loving spots.

Growing Tips for Small House Plants

To get the most from your small house plants, provide the right container, ensure proper drainage, and match each plant to its light and water preferences. Many of the best small house plants thrive in well-lit spaces, but always check the needs of each variety. Rotate your pots occasionally for even growth and wipe leaves to keep them dust-free and healthy.

Start Your Collection Today

Curating a collection of the best small house plants is a rewarding, uplifting way to enhance your space. With so many beautiful options—like Sansevieria Hahnii (Bird's Nest Snake Plant), Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant), and Monstera deliciosa (Swiss Cheese Plant)—it’s easy to bring life and style into every corner of your home.

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Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.

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Everyone knows classic varieties like Coprosma acerosa and Photinia 'Red Robin', but you might just fall in love with Helleborus 'Pink Hybrid' (Hellebore), Prunus lusitanica, and Heuchera 'Northern Exposure Silver'.
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