Here are the most beautiful Houseplants that Grow in Shallow Containers without any fuss and you don’t have to worry about getting a big pot for them.
If you love growing indoor plants but don’t have much space, then try these Houseplants that Grow in Shallow Containers. They are perfect for urban apartments and studios.
Have a look at the cutest indoor plants here
Houseplants that Grow in Shallow Containers
1. Air Plants
Botanical Name: Tillandsia
Air plants can be grown without soil and can be creatively grown in small and cute pots. You can grow air plants in shallow bowls or vases filled with sand or rocks.
Check out our article on different types of air plants here
2. Cacti and Succulents
Botanical Name: Crassula ovata
Jade plants never mind being root-bound in small containers. The shallow root system and slow-growing habit do not require frequent repotting and make them a perfect candidate for shallow pots.
Here is all you need to know about growing jade plants
3. Nerve Plant
Botanical Name: Fittonia
This low-growing creeper is a perfect choice for wide shallow pots or dishes as it can grow up to 4-5 inches with 10-15 inches of trailing spread.
Check out the best Nerve Plant varieties you can grow here
4. Watermelon Peperomia
Botanical Name: Peperomia argyreia
Peperomia grows in tight clusters and for dwarf varieties, you can use 3-4 inch small shallow pots. For usual watermelon peperomia, use a 4-6 inches container.
Here are the best peperomia types you can grow
5. Bromeliad
Botanical Name: Bromeliaceae
Bromeliads have a small root system and most varieties prefer shallow pots. The important thing to consider is avoiding the use of large pots for best growth.
Check out our article on growing Bromeliads here
6. Asparagus Fern
Botanical Name: Asparagus setaceus
A great looking houseplant, it won’t mind sitting in a corner happily thriving in a small sized pot. The fleshy roots have an aggressive growing habit and you may have to slice them once a year to make the plant fit into the same-size pot.
Have a look at the different types of ferns here
7. Purple Heart
Botanical Name: Tradescantia pallida
The plant will stay happy in a small sized shallow pot as long as it gets a bright light exposure for that magnificent purple color of the foliage.
8. Cast Iron Plant
Botanical Name: Aspidistra elatior
With shallow roots, it is an excellent plant to grow in medium to small sized pots and thrives happily in a shady areas of your home.
