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Shade-tolerant

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Aglaonema
Easy

Aglaonema

Aglaonema commutatum

Aglaonema, often called the office plant, is one of the most shade-tolerant houseplants available, with silky leaves in green, silver and red.

Shade to indirect light Every 1–2 weeks
English Ivy
Easy

English Ivy

Hedera helix

English ivy is a tough trailing plant with characteristic three- to five-lobed leaves that tolerates shady spots and purifies indoor air.

Indirect light to shade Every 1–2 weeks
Boston Fern
Medium

Boston Fern

Nephrolepis exaltata

The Boston fern is a classic hanging plant with feathery, arching fronds that purify the air and thrive in humid spaces such as bathrooms and kitchens.

Indirect light 1–2 times per week
Peperomia
Easy

Peperomia

Peperomia obtusifolia

Peperomia obtusifolia is a compact, semi-succulent plant with thick, glossy leaves that copes almost anywhere — perfect for desks and bookshelves.

Indirect light Every 2–3 weeks
Oakleaf Hydrangea
Medium

Oakleaf Hydrangea

Hydrangea quercifolia

The oakleaf hydrangea is a four-season shrub with unique oak-like leaves, large white flower panicles in summer, flaming autumn colour, and decorative bark in winter. One of the most experientially rich shrubs for Scandinavian gardens.

Sun to semi-shade Every 3–4 days
Hydrangea
Medium

Hydrangea

Hydrangea macrophylla

Hydrangea's large-flowered, ball-shaped clusters in white, pink, blue, and purple are one of the most spectacular features of the summer garden. An easy-care shrub that blooms for a long time and also provides beautiful autumn colour.

Semi-shade to shade Every 2–3 days
Climbing Hydrangea
Medium

Climbing Hydrangea

Hydrangea anomala subsp. petiolaris

The climbing hydrangea is one of the most beautiful climbing plants for shady positions. It climbs independently along walls and trees using aerial roots and is covered in summer with large, white flower clusters carrying a subtle almond fragrance.

Shade to semi-shade Every 3–4 days
Calathea
Medium

Calathea

Calathea orbifolia (och Calathea-släktet)

Calathea's ornamental leaves — with their stunning patterns in green, silver, and purple — are among the most spectacular in the entire houseplant world. A living work of art for those willing to provide proper care.

Moderate to low indirect light Every 1–2 weeks
ZZ Plant
Easy

ZZ Plant

Zamioculcas zamiifolia

The ZZ plant is the modern houseplant's answer to indestructible elegance — with glossy, deep-green leaves on arching stems and a tolerance for neglect that is hard to beat.

Low to moderate indirect light Every 3–4 weeks
Snake Plant
Easy

Snake Plant

Dracaena trifasciata

The snake plant is one of the world's most popular houseplants — attractive, air-purifying, and almost impossible to kill. It tolerates low light, forgotten watering, and dry air without complaint.

Low shade to bright indirect light Every 3–6 weeks
Peace Lily
Easy

Peace Lily

Spathiphyllum wallisii

The peace lily is an elegant houseplant known for its glossy, dark green leaves and beautiful white spathes. It thrives in shady positions and is one of the best plants for purifying indoor air.

Low to moderate light Every 1–2 weeks