I’m often asked the question – what plant should I get next? As we make our way through the fiddle fig leaves and pothos, many of us start to look for rare and unique plants to add to the collection.
I was definitely there, too, bored with my standard home improvement store plants and looking for plants that bring a little more excitement. Over the last couple of years, I’ve picked up quite a few interesting plants and I’m happy to share 5 of my favorite plants that will spice up your space.
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Monstera Adansonii
I found this baby a few months ago at a local nursery, and I’m thrilled! Monstera adansonii is a crowd favorite for the fenestrations (holes) that cover its leaves. It is easy to care for as it does well in a variety of lighting conditions.
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Rhaphidophora Tetrasperma
Often called “mini monstera,” folks love these quick-growing plants for their fenestrations. Well count me among their fans, I love these little climbers. Give these plants a pole or trellis and watch them go!
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Hoya Obovata
These hoyas have large, thick round leaves with white speckles. They are hearty plants that can withstand a missed watering or two and bring an interesting shape into the mix. I’m looking forward to this baby growing and trailing.
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Philodendron Rio
One of the rarer colors, the Rio features white coloring along the inside of its leaves. I’ve loved watching the cutting I got on Etsy grow into a full plant.
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Arabica Coffee Plant
Last, I’m also asked if I grow herbs or edible plants. Honestly, I haven’t dabbled much in edible plants and currently, my coffee plant is the only ‘edible plant’ I’m growing in my apartment. For all my other coffee lovers out there, a coffee plant is fun to have. I keep mine right next to my coffee station and will keep hoping for a bean!
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xoxo, jackie
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