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5 houseplants that will survive the winter season

Homes during the winter season turn into drafty, overheated, dry environments—not the best place for plants to thrive. Keep your home green with these hardy houseplants that are sure to stay alive until spring arrives.

By Holly Gambrell December 21, 2018 at 10:32 am

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ZZ Plant

Known for surviving almost any weather or thermostat setting, ZZ plants are able to thrive with minimal natural light and require very little water. The ZZ plant should only be watered once the soil in its pot has completely dried, not only making it a good wintertime plant, but also making it a good houseplant for those who don’t have the greenest thumb.

Photo by Greenery NYC

Philodendrons

A plant that doesn’t mind dry air and doesn’t need to be watered daily? Yep, that’s a philodendron. This plant species only needs to be watered once every two weeks.

Photo by Bespoke Post

Moss Terrarium

Up your indoor plant game with a moss terrarium. It will protect the plants from cold temperatures and adds a stylish decor piece to your home.

Photo by Lowe’s

Chinese Evergreen

Chinese evergreen, also known as aglaonema, is a plant with large green leaves. The plant’s color stays bright even with low light. Though if you place a Chinese evergreen in a room with little natural light, make sure to avoid overwatering and keep it near a lamp to mimic sunlight.

Photo by The Home Depot

Aloe

Succulents are a great option if your house tends to run dry during the winter season. Aloe plants won’t wilt, and they can go three to four weeks without needing to be watered. But, aloe is a dessert plant and needs sunlight. Place in your windowsill for an optimal environment.

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