House plants add beauty and life to a room (literally)! Throw in their air-purifying properties, and it’s hard to find a reason not to jump on the greenery bandwagon. Cultivating plants indoors takes some practice, but luckily there are plenty of common house plants that are hardy, low-maintenance, and able to thrive away from the outdoor sun.
In fact, when it comes to extremes in weather, indoor plants have it made, thanks to a cozy habitat where they’re shielded from the elements. Curious about the best types of house plants for your interior" Keep reading to learn more about popular selections, basic care tips, and even a few convincing faux plant suggestions that are absolutely no-maintenance! 
Photo Credit: Kate Simmons
Succulents

A true favorite with design lovers, succulents thrive in light-filled rooms. These common house plants don’t enjoy being over-watered, so a pot with good drainage is key. There are many different varieties, each one more interesting to look at than the next! Many people claim that succulents are impossible to kill, but they’re not foolproof. Remember that part about not over-watering them"! One good rule of thumb is to make sure the soil isn’t moist before you bust out the watering can. Above we see an echeveria selection in a pot from CB2’s 3-Piece White Loom Planter Set. [photo by Kate Simmons]
Another reason to love succulents is their variation in size, form and color. You can fin...