Hanging houseplants are beautiful and functional.

They stay well out of reach of little ones and pets, while adding height and dimension to the space. But which plants to choose?

For a low light setting, like a corner in your kitchen or living room, you need plants that are foolproof and that hang beautifully. Here’s a list of top performing hanging plants for low light.

 

Heartleaf Philodendron

This chart-topper is popular for a reason: the heartleaf philodendron requires little watering and is incredibly hearty. As an additional benefit, this plant is also adept at removing common household toxins from the air.

How to select: The heart-shaped leaves should be dark green, shiny, and firm.

How to care for: Water approximately every 1 – 2 weeks, allowing the top 50% of the soil to dry before each watering. Keep at a comfortable room temperature, between 60 – 80ºF. Prune long vines to encourage fullness.

 

Pothos

The pothos plant is known for being extremely hardy and easy to care for. There are tons of beautiful variegated varieties to choose from.

How to select: When set on a flat surface, pothos plants are prone to tangling, so choose one with vines that are already separated or that are easy to detangle.

How to care for: Keep in mind that while pothos plants will do well with low lighting, they will grow quicker in bright but indirect lighting. If you have an area of your home with that condition, then consider moving the plant there. This plant needs to have completely dry soil before each new watering.

 

English Ivy

This gorgeous plant, with its dark leaves and flowing vines, makes a great hanging plant, or can be encouraged to wrap around an indoor trellis.

How to select: Choose a plant with vibrant green leaves and at least a couple of long vines for a more striking effect when hung. Select a plant whose soil has been kept moist.

How to care for: Water English ivy often enough so that the soil stays moist, but not so often that it gets soggy. Place in a cool area of the home with low light. Fortunately, English ivy performs well in lower light conditions where other plants might not, like hallways with little light.

 

Arrowhead Vine

This beautiful plant has bright green or gold-tinged foliage. Initially, this plant will grow in a mound and then as it matures, vines will form.

How to select: Look for a well-established plant. As it matures, the arrow-shaped leaves of this plant will start to round and divide. Choose a plant with bright green leaves or with a variegation style you prefer.

How to care for: A tropical plant, the arrowhead vine loves moisture, so mist it one a week with a spray bottle to maintain humidity. Keep the soil lightly moist and don’t allow it to dry out.

 

Peperomia

Peperomia comes in many different varieties, each of them as intricate and intriguing as the next. There are not only color and variegation differences, but leaf shapes as well. With little to no issues with insects or diseases, this low-light plant is perfect for the low-maintenance gardener.

How to select: Choose a plant with thick, rubbery leaves (regardless of the color or shape that you choose) and firm, healthy shoots.

How to care for: Only allow the top half-inch to dry in between waterings. Be sure to water less in the fall and winter.

 

Plants that tolerate low light are a must in many indoor settings. When you couple that requirement with varieties that look gorgeous in hanging baskets and planters, you can’t go wrong.