Getting into the flow at work is an uphill task for many, not least because of the myriad distractions around the work desk. But if there’s anything you’re completely in control of at work, it’s how your desk looks and feels. We’ve done the digging to find what green friends work best as office desk plants.
Cacti
They retain water for a long time and need watering only once or twice a week
- If you have a window desk, cacti thrive in direct sunlight
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Bamboo
These can be kept in self-watering pots
Peace Lily
Requires moist soil but not overwatering
- Easy-to-grow variety of flowering plants
- Thrives in moderately-lit areas, out of direct sunlight
- Best for office desk plants: plant needs to be kept moist but not over-soaked
Snake Plant
This plant can last for up to a month without water, making it an office desk plant.
- It purifies the air and is said to cleanse the air of toxins
- Best for office environments: low-light, indirect light, bright sunlight
Golden Devil’s Ivy Thrives in Indirect sunlight
This plant needs minimal care and thrives under indirect sunlight.
