Growing plants in your kitchen offers more benefits than you might think. Planting the right plants can help purify the air, add greenery, or even provide a readily available source of produce. Here are some plants you should start growing in your kitchen today.
Pothos plant
The Chinese evergreen is one of the easiest plants to care for. It adapts well to a variety of light conditions and is considered relatively drought-tolerant. Plus, you can hang it anywhere, saving a considerable amount of space.
Herbs
How to grow herbs in pots
Nothing beats being able to cook with fresh, organic herbs that you grow yourself year-round. Make sure your kitchen has a location that receives direct sunlight for most of the day so the herbs can easily grow. Alternatively, you can also grow them with the help of grow lights. Easy-to-grow herbs include chives, parsley, mint, rosemary, basil, and cilantro.
Succulents
If you have a sunny windowsill in your kitchen, succulents are a great choice because they are drought-tolerant and require little care.
Spider plant
Spider plants are also among the least demanding plants. They are excellent climbing plants, and their branches can be separated and grown into new plants. Avoid placing spider plants in direct sunlight as this will burn the leaves.
Red-budded banyan tree
The Ficus microcarpa adapts to a variety of growing conditions and can develop into a full-sized tree similar to those grown outdoors. When grown indoors, regular pruning helps control the size and shape of the plant.
Coffee tree
Coffee plants need indirect light and regular watering to thrive. They absorb excess moisture, regulate the air, and release a pleasant fragrance when in bloom. Therefore, they would be a suitable choice if you are looking for a plant to grow in your kitchen.
Money tree
The money tree is popular in both Western and Vietnamese culture because of its sturdy trunk and dark green foliage that always points upwards. It thrives in both low and bright light conditions. Furthermore, because it grows from rhizomes, you hardly need to water it! Besides its excellent air-purifying properties, many believe it brings good fortune to the family thanks to its auspicious name.
