Houseplants for Cool Homes (50°F Winter Nights)

Houseplants for Cool Homes (50°F Winter Nights)

Keep your house at 50°F in winter? Most tropicals suffer, but these plants tolerate—or even prefer—cool conditions.

Cool-Tolerant Bloomers (Need Sun)

• Orchids (many types)
• Bromeliads
• Begonias
• Kalanchoe
• Lantana
• Hibiscus
• Forced bulbs: tulips, daffodils

Foliage Plants That Cope

• Pothos (surprisingly tough)
• Spider plant
• Cast iron plant (Aspidistra)
• Jade plant (cool, dry winter rest)

Avoid

Purple passion vine—too cold-sensitive.

Reference

Great Plants for Cool Places by John Bracken (used book search) has extensive lists.

Expert advice from Darlene, houseplant specialist.