Today’s Pick: Plants that don’t demand the (spot)light


Editors’ Picks • March 25, 2026

Things we know about indoor plants: They can make us happier. They can boost productivity. They can filter our air. And, of course, they need water and light to survive. That second requirement is hard to come by in some homes, but with the right flora, even the dimmest abodes can double as greenhouses — the key is choosing a plant for the space, not a space for the plant. We rounded up some of the best low-light options at the link below.


Rebekah Brandes

Assistant Editor

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