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Shade-tolerant

7 plants

Oakleaf Hydrangea
Medium

Oakleaf Hydrangea

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'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

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'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

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

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

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