Not all houseplants enjoy direct sunlight, but if you have a bright, sunny space, there are plenty of stunning options that thrive in those conditions. Here are some of our top picks for sun-loving houseplants:
🌿 Kalanchoe Magic Bells – With its unique, bell-shaped flowers, this hardy succulent is a showstopper that loves a bright spot.
🦋 Kalanchoe Pink Butterfly – A striking variety with tiny pink plantlets along its leaf edges, creating a delicate, butterfly-like effect.
🌱 Crassula Varieties – From the classic Jade Plant to trailing varieties, these succulents store water in their thick leaves and enjoy plenty of sun.
🌴 Strelitzia Reginae (Bird of Paradise) – If you prefer a plant that has more lush foliage, then this tropical beauty is perfect. It thrives in bright light, produces stunning orange and blue flowers reminiscent of a bird in flight.
🪴 Sansevieria Trifasciata Laurentii Larenzii– Also known as the Snake Plant, this tough, air-purifying houseplant can handle both direct sun and lower light conditions. Larenzii is one of the less common varieties.
Caring for Sun-Loving Plants While these plants love the sun, it’s important to keep an eye on watering—bright light means soil dries out faster. Most of these plants prefer to dry out slightly between waterings, especially succulents like Crassula and Kalanchoe.
If you'd like some advice to help you choose the best houseplants for a sunny spot in your space, just pop into our shop in Shrewsbury and our team will help.
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