--- title: "The Best Plants for Every Room of the House" date: "2015-11-24" modified: "2015-11-25" authors: - name: "Jennifer Noonan" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.bobvila.com/authors/jennifer-noonan/" url: "https://www.bobvila.com/slideshow/the-best-plants-for-every-room-of-the-house-49559/" categories: - "Gardening" - "Houseplants" - "Lawn & Garden" tags: - "houseplants" --- # The Best Plants for Every Room of the House ![]() ### French Lavender in the Bedroom ![]() *fotosearch.com* The scent of lavender has long been known to promote [calm and serenity](), so why not keep a pot of lavender in the bedroom to ease you into relaxation at the end of the day? Of all the varieties, French lavender is best suited for the indoors. Just put it in a sunny window, and water it regularly, allowing the top inch or two of the soil to dry out in between. Sweet dreams! ### Peace Lily in the Living Room ![]() *Flickr via catandbang* The peace lily has long been popular for its showy looks and easy maintenance. It adapts well to low-light situations but will flower almost nonstop if given more light. Its glossy green leaves and upright habit make it ideal for placement in the [living room](), sitting on a console table, for instance, or next to a chair or by a window. ### Snake Plant for the Home Office ![]() *abeautifulmess.com* A 2011 study in the Journal of Environmental Psychology showed that houseplants in the office setting can actually prevent fatigue and improve attention span. For a real statement, choose a snake plant, which has long, sword-like leaves tipped in gold. It’s an ideal [focal point]() or an excellent screen to visually block out any household hustle and bustle. ### Bamboo in the Dining Room ![]() *costafarms.com* Lucky bamboo is a striking houseplant that could not be easier to care for. It lives happily in most light conditions and grows in nothing more than pebbles and distilled water. Available in either the straight or the twisted variety, bamboo brings elegance to any room, without the mess and expense of cut flowers. Display bamboo on a buffet or a plant stand, or even use it as a centerpiece on your [table](). ### Ferns in the Bathroom ![]() *Etsy via dirtcouture* [Low light]() and high humidity make most bathrooms welcoming environments for tropical plants. In nature, ferns grow in filtered light under the canopies of tropical forests—light conditions not unlike those in your own bathroom. Put a fern in a neglected corner of your bath for some lush, low-maintenance decor. ### Herbs in the Kitchen ![]() *ikea.com* There’s no better houseplant for the [kitchen]() than one that will help you cook! You have lots to choose from, as there are plenty of herbs that can be enjoyed indoors year-round. If you have a sunny window, rosemary is an excellent choice. Keep it shaped by pruning a little here and there every time you need a sprig or two. ### Aloe in the Sunroom ![]() *Pixabay via Birgit\_H* If you have a sunroom, you already know it's the perfect spot for many houseplants. But don’t miss this opportunity to grow an aloe vera if you’ve got a room with abundant light. Aloe grows well on a sunny windowsill, where it will not only [purify your home’s air](), but also enrich your first aid arsenal—the juice of its leaves can help heal a nasty sunburn. ## Author A confessed DIY junkie, Jennifer Noonan writes about home improvement, gardening, and all things do-it-yourself. The recipient of degrees in International Relations and Library & Information Science from Syracuse University, Noonan has worked in media and related fields for over 15 years, including her time at [MTV Networks](), where she served as Manager of Digital Programming at [Nickelodeon](). Today, Noonan lives in Delaware with her husband and daughters, where she is ardently teaching the next generation how to use power tools. ### Author social links [LinkedIn]()