Chinese Evergreen*
This tropical foliage plant is one of the most durable houseplants you can grow; tolerating poor light, dry air and drought. You can find Chinese evergreen plants in many varieties, including variegated forms.
Soil Preference – Equal mix of potting soil, perlite and sand
Light Preference – Medium to low light conditions, or indirect sunlight
Ideal Temperature – No lower than 60 F with average indoor temps ranging between 70-72 F being most favorable. They will tolerate temps around 50-55 F.
Water Requirements – Moderate watering—not too much, not too little. Allow it to dry out some in-between
Growth – Starts small and grows slowly, although eventually they can grow to be 3-4FT
Silver Lace Fern
*Dracaena Janet Craig
Dracaena Janet Craig plants, native to tropical Africa, are one of the most popular plants used in homes and offices because they thrive on neglect, low light, and very little water. (Which is why they are my personal favorite)
Soil Preference – Loose soil that drains quickly
Light Preference – Will grow slowly in low light and much faster in medium light. Avoid direct sunlight as leaves will burn.
Ideal Temperature – Keep above5°F and don’t expose to direct cold or heat.
Water Requirements – Allow the top 50% of the soil to dry out before watering. The lower the light, the less often a dracaena needs water. Fluoride, chlorine, or salt in the water causes brown tips and yellow spots on the leaves.
Growth – 3-4FT on average. Some can grow taller in which case you are able to cut the stalks.
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References: https://time.com/5105027/indoor-plants-air-quality/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4419447/ https://time.com/4881665/green-spaces-nature-happiness/ https://www.houseplant411.com/houseplant/dracaena-janet-craig-plant-how-to-grow-care-for-dracaena-plant https://plantcaretoday.com/dracaena-janet-craig.html https://www.houseplantsexpert.com/chinese-evergreen.html https://garden.org/plants/view/111760/Silver-Lace-Fern-Pteris-ensiformis-Evergemiensis/ https://www.hunker.com/13427197/how-to-care-for-a-silver-lace-fern
