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6 Indoor Plants That Will Make Your Winter So Much More Tolerable

6 Indoor Plants That Will Make Your Winter So Much More Tolerable

Lisa Hubbard

Plant growth may go dormant during the winter, but your garden doesn't have to. Bring the alfresco life inside with these beautiful and brilliant indoor gardening ideas for winter from senior garden editor Todd Carr.

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Learn How to Grow Citrus Indoors

Consolidate a plethora of potted plants and trees to create a lush field. "Jade plants, snake plants, and ficus trees are particularly low-maintenance and simple to care for," Carr says. Want to feel a little more tropical? Go for some citrus.

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Grow a Vertical Garden

Lateral thinking is all well and good for gardeners, but what about thinking vertically for a change? Carr suggests assembling a living wall using Woolly Pockets, which can be mounted on a wall to provide plants with a healthy environment for growth. Vertical planters made of wood, polymers, or recycled materials can also be purchased to achieve a lush garden wall.

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Create an Herbaceous Hanging Garden

Kate Mathis

"Create a green roof with hanging plants to act as an elevated, aerial garden," Carr recommends. Ivy, ferns, and philodendrons all provide a cascade of color. Try varying the drop of your plants.

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Fabricate a Terrific Terrarium

Learn More About Designing Terrariums

Nurture a minute, self-contained ecosystem within your home by building a terrarium or two. "Group terrariums of various shapes and sizes together to create a tableau," Carr suggests.

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Cultivate a Wardian Case

Ornate and elegant, glass-enclosed wardian cases are a miniaturized rendition of the greenhouse. The multipaned structure originated in the 19th century to house fragile tropical plants such as orchids, yet the design is equally relevant today. A tray containing stratified gravel, charcoal, and potting soil serves as the flower bed's foundation and cultivates an excellent indoor environment for plants.

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Foster a Forest in Your Foyer

Learn to Grow an Indoor Herb Garden

"Group multiple tall, tropical potted plants together to create a 1970s-inspired indoor jungle," Carr suggests. Just keep in mind that tropical plants crave humidity and be sure to install a humidifier if you suspect your home is unduly dry.

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