Common Hanging Houseplants – Top Plant Choices for Your Home

The Best Hanging Houseplants for Any Home

Whether you’re looking to fill out an empty shelf, hang plants over your dining table or add some greenery above your bathtub, hanging houseplants are a beautiful way to decorate vertically. As someone who’s hung more than their fair share of plants, here are some of the top options to consider based on your needs.

Easy Care Hanging Plants

If you want something that’s practically foolproof, pothos and philodendron are two of the easiest hanging plants around. From my experience, as long as they get indirect sunlight and aren’t left drying out for weeks, these vining plants will thrive with minimum effort.

1. Pothos – With its heart-shaped leaves in various colors, pothos is practically impossible to kill. I’ve seen them bounce back from long periods of neglect time and time again. They’re excellent air purifiers too!
2. Philodendron – Similar care to pothos but with the bonus of interesting leaf shapes like heart, oval or even split leaves depending on the variety. Great for brightening dark corners.

Fast Growers

Looking to fill out a large space quickly? These rapid climbers will cascade down in no time.

3. English Ivy – With its small, dark green leaves, English ivy grows aggressively. I once saw a massive one covering an entire wall! However, it can be slightly toxic to pets.
4. Trailing Jade – Beautiful waxy green or variegated foliage. In my experience, it grows fast as long as kept in partial sun and well-draining soil. Great for draping over shelves.

Maximum Impact Blooms

Want to up the drama with flowering cascades? These hanging plants will deliver showstopping blooms season after season.

5. Nasturtiums – Edible orange, red or yellow flowers from spring to fall. As a gardener, I appreciate their ability to thrive with little water. Great for brightening a patio.
6. Petunias – Cascades of colorful blooms in pinks, purples, whites and more depending on variety. They basically flower non-stop! Watch out for slug damage though.

Low Maintenance Options

Needing something you can largely neglect? These resilient plants can handle sporadic watering.

7. Spider Plant – With sword-like leaves and airy flowering stems, spider plants are tough as nails. I don’t know anyone whose spider plant has actually died – they’re just indestructible!
8. Wandering Jew – Leaf patterns come in green, silver, pink or purple shades. As long as you don’t let them completely dry out, their trailing stems will stretch for days. Neat option for bathroom humidity!

Pet-Friendly Picks

Have climbing cats or curious puppers? These hanging greenery options are low risk for pets.

9. Purple Waffle Plant – Thick heart-shaped leaves add bold texture. While the sap can irritate skin, I haven’t seen issues with pet ingestion like some other plants.
10. Chinese Evergreen – Leaves come in various green, pink and white variegated patterns. Not toxic to animals if they decide to investigate. Always monitor just in case.

Longest Blooming

Prefer flowers that stick around all season? Try these hangers that deliver continuous color.

11. Bacopa – Also called ‘SutHerlanDia’, delicate white, pink or blue flowers on trailing vines from spring to fall. Amazingly low maintenance in my experience too.
12. Lantana – Cheerful clusters of blooms in oranges, yellows, pinks and reds. I’ve seen some lantanas flower for 9+ months of the year with little care beyond watering.

In summary, consider your specific needs like growth rate, flowering timeline or pet-friendliness when choosing hanging houseplants. While some require watering every few days, others can handle weekly neglect. Experiment to see what thrives in your conditions. Remember, even “difficult” plants sometimes just need adjusting to a spot with more or less sun based on individual needs. With a little trial and error, you’ll have gorgeous vertical gardens in no time that add beauty wherever you hang them. Let me know if any other questions come up!

Common Hanging Houseplants Comparison

FAQ

1. What are some common houseplants?

   Basically, some of the most popular houseplants are peace lilies, pothos, snake plants, spider plants, and philodendrons.

2. Which plants need a lot of sunlight?

   Certain plants require lots of light such as African violets, orchids, and succulents. At the same time, plants like pothos and philodendrons are okay in low light areas.

3. How often should I water my plants?

   Watering needs vary depending on the plant and conditions. However, as a general rule, potted plants should be watered when the topsoil becomes dry to the touch. Is that fair?

4. What kinds of plants do well in bathrooms?

   Peace lilies, pothos and spider plants tend to thrive in bathroom conditions with lower light and humidity from showers. Nevertheless, succulents and cacti typically don’t appreciate the high moisture.

   

5. How can I get my plants to grow bigger and fuller?

   For robust growth, be sure plants receive adequate sunlight, nutrients from fertilizer, and moisture. Staking or tying vines to trellises also promotes bushier plants. But is it all worth the effort? Maybe some plants are meant to stay small. Perhaps it’s better to appreciate them as they are.

6. What do I do if my plant gets sick?

   If leaves start turning yellow or brown, it may be a sign of over- or under-watering, pests like spider mites, or nutritional deficiency. Try adjusting watering, checking for bugs, and using a balanced fertilizer. However, sometimes despite our best efforts, plants just get ill. But don’t feel bad – it happens to the best of gardeners!

7. How do I know what type of plant I have?

   If you can’t remember the nametag, try searching online photos. Look for diagnostic leaf shapes, growth habits and flowering characteristics to help ID mystery plants. You could also ask on plant identification social media groups or take a picture to your local garden store. But remember, plant tags get mixed up sometimes, so be open-minded!

So in summary – peace lilies, pothos and spider plants are awesome low-effort beginner plants. Water when dry, give average light, and enjoy your green companions! Let me know if you have any other plant questions.