Surviving A Windowless Office – Indoor Plants For Artificial Light

Are you tired of staring at boring white walls all day in your windowless office? Want to bring a little bit of nature into your cubicle? Well, you're in luck because growing shade-tolerant plants in your windowless room is totally doable! And let's be real, who doesn't love a little greenery to stare at instead of that report you've been putting off.

Growing plants in a windowless office room is definitely more challenging than if you were sat next to a wall of glass but, it is very possible and, with some careful selections and a little know how, you can even turn a strip-lit sterile box into an urban jungle.

First, it's important to understand that not all plants need the same amount of light. Some plants require full sun, while others can tolerate lower light levels. Shade-tolerant plants are those that can survive in low light conditions, making them ideal for a windowless room.

One of the best shade-tolerant plants for a windowless office is the snake plant (Sansevieria). Sansevieria are known for their ability to thrive in low light conditions and they are also very easy to care for. They can grow tall and narrow, making them a great choice for a room with limited space too. Snake plants are also great for purifying the air, making them a good choice for a windowless room where fresh-air is otherwise limited.

Another great option for a windowless room is the Chinese evergreen (Aglaonema). Chinese evergreens are known for their ability to tolerate low light levels and they are also very easy to care for. They have beautiful variegated leaves and come in a variety of colours. Chinese evergreens are also great for purifying the air, so you can breathe easy and not just because your boss is out of the office.

Pothos (Epipremnum) is another great option for a windowless room. Pothos are known for their ability to tolerate low light levels and they are also very easy to care for. In the US they've gained the common name "Devil's Ivy" thanks to the (false but charming) belief that because they're so easy to grow, they will grow in the dark. They have beautiful green leaves and can grow long vines, perfect for draping over the side of a cubicle for softening harsh edges and a little added privacy.

Spider Plants (Chlorophytum) are also a great option for a windowless room. Spider plants are known for their ability to tolerate low light levels and they are also very easy to care for. They have long, thin green leaves and can produce small white flowers. Spider plants are great for purifying the air and they can help to reduce the amount of toxins in the air.

The Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) is another great option for a windowless room. Boston ferns are known for their ability to tolerate low light levels and they are also very easy to care for. They have beautiful green leaves and can grow long fronds and are also great for purifying the air. Plus, they're a great conversation starter when your coworkers come to visit your "office jungle."

Growing plants in a windowless room with only artifical lighting can be a bit of a challenge, but it is definitely possible. By choosing shade-tolerant plants such as the snake plant, Chinese evergreen, Pothos, Spider plant, and Boston Fern, you can create a beautiful and healthy indoor garden.

Explore a huge range of shade tolerant indoor plants here at Hortology.