Want to make some changes to your home's design, and your bathroom in particular? Well, it's not that difficult. And while your mind is probably already buzzing with ideas for a complete bathroom makeover, sometimes the little details can make all the difference.

Why grow plants in the bathroom?

Firstly , live plants in the bathroom will look simply stunning against the cool backdrop of tiles and porcelain. This is one of those cases where contrasting elements create a magnificent ensemble, refreshing a bland bathroom interior.
Secondly , the bathroom microclimate is ideal for many types of tropical plants . After all, the bathroom is generally warm and humid, very similar to a greenhouse.
Even a lack of lighting isn't a big problem. While a bathroom with windows in a standard-layout apartment is almost impossible to find, fluorescent lamps can save the day .

By the way, they don’t necessarily need to be on 24/7—14 hours of light a day is enough for plants in the bathroom.

By the way, with a limited amount of light, plants tend to bloom longer.

However, to help your indoor plants live longer, it's recommended to alternate between plants in the bathroom and those growing, for example, on the balcony. Place them in a dimly lit room for a couple of months, then move them to a sunny location.

Plus additional fertilizing.

What plants can be grown in the bathroom?

   Almost all tropical plants, with the exception of those requiring direct sunlight, will thrive. Calatheas, allocasias, cyperus, phalaenopsis, philodendrons, epipremnums, Saintpaulias, kalanchoes, peace lilies, ferns, cordelians, dieffenbachias, and even orchids will do particularly well .

Thanks to the unusual shape and color of the leaves, these plants will look quite exotic in the bathroom, bringing the charm of a tropical forest to the room.

All the above plants have compact sizes.

If you have a spacious bathroom, large plants such as ficus, dracaena, monstera, indoor bamboo, asparagus and heptapleurum will look especially good in it .

These shade-tolerant bathroom plants will grow quickly and delight the eye, enjoying the high humidity that is typical of bathrooms.

By the way, orchids will add special tenderness and charm to your bathroom.

Where to place and how to care for it?

   Small plants can be either placed on shelves or planted in hanging pots. Larger plants in the bathroom will look great in pots placed on the floor along the walls.

Climbing and trailing plants (philodendrons, ivy, epipremnums) can be placed along the walls and mirrors to save space in the bathroom.

Plants in a bathroom near a mirror look incredibly beautiful . Reflected in the mirror, they appear larger and brighter. The bathroom, in turn, will appear wider, brighter, and more inviting.

The plants you place in the bathroom require exactly the same care as any other: periodic watering and feeding , regular rotation relative to the light source .

You can spray them a little less often, but sometimes you should still wash the dust off the branches and leaves.

Well-groomed, carefully selected plants can dramatically transform your bathroom, adding freshness and even a touch of charm. With just a little effort, this ordinary space can become a small oasis. It all depends on you and your pets.