Small Houseplants

Pilea peperomioides is one of the most popular small houseplants, loved for its round, coin-shaped leaves. Golden Pothos is another top pick: it trails beautifully, tolerates low light, and is almost impossible to kill.

For bright windowsills, explore our cacti and succulents. For shaded spots, Scindapsus pictus and Spider Plant 'Bonnie' are excellent choices.

Golden Pothos and Spider Plant 'Bonnie' are two of the most forgiving small houseplants. Both tolerate a wide range of light levels, recover from missed waterings, and grow steadily without much attention.

Tradescantia Zebrina is another easy grower that rewards you with colourful foliage. For something compact and quirky, Pilea peperomioides is straightforward once you get the watering right.

Water when the top 2 to 3 cm of compost feels dry. Small pots dry out faster than large ones, so check regularly during warmer months. Most small houseplants prefer bright indirect light, though many trailing species tolerate shade.

Feed every two to four weeks with a balanced liquid fertiliser during spring and summer. Repot when roots start circling the bottom of the pot. Group plants together to raise humidity, which benefits tropical species.

Pothos and Scindapsus are two of the best small plants for low-light conditions. Both trail attractively and maintain their foliage colour in shade, though growth will be slower than in brighter spots.

Small ferns and many Calathea varieties also prefer lower light. Avoid placing succulents and cacti in shade, as these need direct sun to stay compact and healthy.

It depends on the species. Spider Plants and most Calathea are considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. However, popular trailing plants like Pothos and Scindapsus contain calcium oxalate crystals and are mildly toxic if chewed.

Always check individual product pages for specific pet safety information. If you have curious pets, choose from our pet-friendly options and keep any toxic species on high shelves out of reach.

Pilea peperomioides is a compact, desk-friendly plant that does well in moderate light. Spider Plant 'Bonnie' stays small and handles the dry air of offices and centrally heated rooms well.

Small succulents and cacti from our cacti and succulents collection work perfectly on sunny desks near windows. For shaded desks further from windows, a small Pothos or Scindapsus in a compact pot is a reliable choice.