If you’re looking for a simple way to make your apartment feel more visually appealing, bringing in a few low-maintenance indoor plants is a great place to start. Many varieties thrive in low-light apartments, and some are small enough to fit neatly on windowsills, end tables, or in quiet corners. And if you’re a pet owner, there are plenty of non-toxic plants safe for cats and dogs that you can enjoy without worry.
Here’s a helpful guide to apartment-friendly houseplants that are easy to care for, stylish, and safe for your furry roommates.
Spider Plant (Chlorophytum Comosum)
- Light: Prefers bright, indirect light but tolerates low light
- Water: Weekly
- Pet-Safe: Yes
Spider plants are adaptable and beginner-friendly. Their arching leaves look great in hanging planters or perched on a bookshelf.
Areca Palm (Dypsis Lutescens)
- Light: Medium to bright, indirect light
- Water: Every 7–10 days
- Pet-Safe: Yes
This fuller plant makes a nice statement in a living room or entryway corner and adds a tropical touch to your décor.
Calathea
- Light: Medium, indirect light
- Water: Keep the soil moist
- Pet-Safe: Yes
Known for their beautifully patterned leaves, Calatheas thrive in humid environments and do well in kitchens or bathrooms.
Prayer Plant (Maranta Leuconeura)
- Light: Low to bright, indirect light
- Water: When the top of the soil dries out
- Pet-Safe: Yes
These smaller plants are ideal for windowsills or side tables, and their leaf movements throughout the day make them fun to watch.
Baby Rubber Plant (Peperomia Obtusifolia)
- Light: Moderate to bright, indirect light
- Water: Every 1–2 weeks
- Pet-Safe: Yes
Often grouped with succulents, peperomia plants come in many textures and colors and are perfect for filling a small nook or brightening up a desk or nightstand.
Pet-Friendly Tips for Apartment Gardeners
The plants listed here are all considered non-toxic to cats and dogs, but pet behavior can vary. If your pet has a tendency to chew on plants, consider placing your greenery in hanging planters, on shelves, or in corners that are harder to reach. Always double-check a plant’s safety on reputable resources like the ASPCA’s toxic and non-toxic plant list before bringing it into your home.
Make Room for Plants (and More) at Reinhold Residential Apartment Communities
Creating a home you love includes adding personal touches that make it feel like yours. Reinhold Residential’s apartments offer stylish, pet-friendly spaces where you can relax, recharge, and enjoy everyday comforts, including your houseplants.
Explore our current apartment listings across Pennsylvania:
Philadelphia, PA
Chocolate Works: In the heart of Old City, close to restaurants, galleries, and green spaces.
Waterfront II: Modern boutique apartments near Penn’s Landing and the Delaware River waterfront.
Trinity Row: Sophisticated living in charming brick apartments near the Center City business corridor.
West Chester, PA
Sharples Works: Unique, soft industrial-style apartments in the vibrant borough.
Pittsburgh, PA
Shadyside Commons: Spacious homes in the heart of the much-desired Shadyside neighborhood.
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