House plants are one of the best ways to get rid of indoor air pollution and create oxygen in your home, but not everyone is good at taking care of them. If you want to send plants as a special gift but aren't sure whether or not the recipient has a green thumb, you may want to consider sending a plant that is easy to take care of. That way, there's much less risk that your gift will eventually die and go to waste. Here are a few plants to consider that don't require much care, according to The State Journal-Register and Plant-care.com.
Peace lilies
These plants do just fine with minimal light, meaning they can be placed near north-facing windows or even a shady area across from a window. They only grow to about three feet tall and should generally be watered whenever the soil feels dry. These plants are poisonous, so make sure they're kept away from pets and small children.
Moth orchids
Plants of this variety do well with bright indirect light, like you'd find at east- and north-facing windows. They just need an orchid fertilizer about once a month and water every 5 to 12 days, depending on the environment they're in.
Ivies
Like orchids, ivies do well in bright indirect light and are very easy to train on a topiary structure. Just water whenever the soil feels dry and be sure to get rid of any dead leaves.
Spider plants
These need several hours of direct sunlight each day, but as long as you find a south- or west-facing window, they should be just fine. They're ideal for hanging baskets and should have any dead foliage removed in order to promote healthy growth.
Soft succulents
These plants require indirect sunlight just like orchids and ivies. They can thrive in small pots and hold water just like a cactus, so they don't have to be watered that often. Since they come in a variety of sizes and colors, they're sure to look great in any space.
Whenever you give the gift of plants, be sure to tell the recipient to water when the soil is dry, until the water comes out of the holes in the bottom. That way, they'll know the entire root system is saturated. Fertilizers should be used about once a month, except in the winter, and all plants should have their dead foliage removed. It also helps to wipe down the leaves when they get dusty.