The Best Houseplants to Gift This Holiday Season—Last-Minute Gifts That Arrive Before Christmas

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If you are looking for a gift that keeps on giving, consider a houseplant. “Not only do houseplants look great, but they also offer many benefits, including purifying the air and even reducing stress levels and boosting mood,” says Davin Eberhardt, founder of Grow Eat and Repeat.

If you’re not sure which plants to choose, new research from Grow Eat and Repeat reveals the most popular houseplants in the United States to get you started, with the snake plant taking the top spot. “The ranking mainly consists of low-maintenance, easy plants that are great for beginner plant owners,” says Eberhardt. “There are plants to suit every skill level, whether you’re a seasoned plant owner or you’re just starting out.”

Here are some of the top-ranked houseplants and where you can purchase them as a gift to brighten up someone’s day this holiday season.

Grown by United Nursery, the Sansevieiria laurentii indoor snake plant is recognized by its sword-like shaped dark green leaves with light yellow stripes. These evergreen plants are perfect for beginners, as they require very little maintenance, needing indirect sunlight and only occasional watering when planted in the proper soil. They thrive in practically any environment and condition. They are also great air purifiers and a stylish addition to any home. Keep in mind that snake plants may be toxic to cats and dogs.

Read More: Snake Plant Care 101

One of the best houseplants for indoor spaces, the Pachira aquatica (or “money tree”) is relatively slow-growing and doesn’t need any special pruning for its textural, hand-shaped greenery. This plant is great for beginners as it is extremely easy to care for. It prefers indirect bright light and weekly watering, thriving when the soil is allowed to dry slightly between waterings. Money trees also purifies the air, filtering harmful pollutants like benzene and formaldehyde. Believed to bring good luck and prosperity, it also provides a sense of accomplishment when it grows from a tabletop plant to a 6-foot-tall tree over the years.

Read More: Money Tree Care 101

Loved for its heart-shaped leaves, the golden pothos indoor plant is another incredibly low-maintenance plant that adapts to a variety of lighting conditions and only needs to be watered occasionally, once soil has dried out. This broad leaf foliage plant with interesting colors makes it perfect for decoration on shelves or in hanging planters. Not only are pothos plants striking and hearty, but they also help purify the air by removing unhealthy organic compounds.

Read More: Pothos Care 101

Aloe vera is a low-maintenance, hardy succulent that makes a striking statement. Known for its upright, architectural leaves, it thrives in full sun and requires little water when planted in a sandy, succulent-friendly soil. Beyond its ornamental appeal, aloe vera gel is known for its medicinal value, soothing sunburns, gently hydrating skin, and supporting healthy digestion. This versatile, easy-to-grow succulent adds both beauty and function to any space.

Read More: Aloe Plant Care 101

This jade plant variety from Altman Plants, Crassula arborescens undulatifolia, is characterized by fleshy blue-green leaves that grow upright and are textured with a rippled effect. These unique succulents bloom small, star-shaped flowers. Easy to grow and hard to kill, this plant is a popular choice for indoor home decor. It prefers partial to full sunlight and needs to be watered once per week, allowing the jade plant’s soil to dry completely between waterings.

Read More: Jade Plant Care 101

This jasmine plant from Perfect Plants has fast-growing vines and star-shaped pearl-white flowers that give off a sweet fragrance. This low-maintenance plant prefers bright, indirect light and soil that remains moist but not soggy. Since jasmine grows rapidly, pruning is necessary to keep the plant in shape, encourage branching, and help it bloom.

Read More: Jasmine Plant Care 101

 

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