The 10 Best Dorm Room Plants for Busy College Students
These fool-proof indoor plants are perfect for the busy college lifestyle
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Houseplants add a living touch to indoor decor and are a great way to liven up college dorm rooms, which are often cold, sterile, and cramped. Growing indoor houseplants has been proven to lower stress, increase productivity, and even purify the air. For students, this helps create an environment more conducive to studying.
Low-maintenance houseplants that require little care are perfect for the busy college lifestyle. Though easy-care houseplants need less maintenance, they are not completely carefree. All plants need water, light, and nutrients to survive. By choosing the right indoor plants, college students can enjoy a vibrant, beautiful living space throughout the school year. Choose these Proven Winners® leafjoy™ varieties to add a bit of nature and a homey touch to dorm room spaces.
1. POTHOSEpipremnum aureum Pothos are the perfect plant for busy college students, as they are tolerant of different light conditions and humidity levels. Beautifall® N’Joy pothos produces spade-shaped leaves with striking cream and green variegation. This vining houseplant is a space-saving plant for tiny dorm rooms, as it can be displayed in a hanging basket or allowed to trail down a bookcase. Pictured: Beautifall® N’Joy Pothos |
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 6. SPIDER PLANTChlorophytum comosum Spider plant is grown for the grass-like foliage and baby spiders that sprout on arching stems to form new plants. This variety has bright-green leaves edged with a white margin for elegant contrast. One of the best plants for the bedroom, the compact habit is suitable for a nightstand or dorm room windowsill. Place in indirect natural light, keep plants evenly moist, and provide good drainage. Pictured: Urban Arches™ Pixie Punk™ Spider Plant |
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 PROVEN WINNERS® leafjoy H2O® CollectionProven Winners® leafjoy H2O® Collection is perfect for the busy college lifestyle. These indoor plants grow in water rather than soil, and require no care other than replenishing water as needed every 1 to 2 months. Virtually fool-proof, these houseplants can be placed in any area of a dorm room, from bright windowsills to a dark corner. Plants come in decorative glass containers, and thrive for an entire school year with very little care. |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the easiest plant to put in a dorm room?
The best dorm room plants will be easy to care for and tolerate a range of growing conditions.
Can you have plants in a dorm room? (Are they allowed?)
Most colleges will allow students to have plants in a dorm room, but it’s best to check with individual school housing policies. There may be restrictions on using wall or ceiling hooks for hanging baskets and pots.
Are succulents good for dorm rooms?
Succulents are easy-care dorm plants that require little water and fertilizer, making them suitable for busy college lifestyles. Provide bright indirect sunlight, and allow plants to dry out in between waterings.
Which plant is best for students?
Any easy-care houseplant is suitable for students to grow. Some of the most fail-proof plants for a dorm room include snake plant, spider plant, pothos, Chinese evergreen, and philodendron.
How do you keep plants alive in a dorm?
All plants have basic needs of light, water, and nutrients. Choose plants that are easy to care for, are tolerant of different growing conditions, and don’t require a lot of room. Check out Indoor Plant Care 101 to learn more.
Does my dorm room have enough light to grow plants?
Different plant varieties have different needs. Check the plant label before buying any houseplant to see if it’s suitable for your dorm room. Choose varieties that are tolerant of varying light conditions. Artificial grow lights can provide supplemental lighting.
How can I keep my dorm room plants alive during the holiday breaks?
Choose houseplants that are adaptable to a range of growing conditions. Water plants well before leaving on a holiday break. The Proven Winners® leafjoy H2O® Collection requires no plant care for 1 to 2 months, making them perfect for surviving long holiday breaks.
DORM ROOM DISPLAY AND GROWING TIPS
- Use space-saving accessories such as wall hooks and hanging baskets to maximize the use of dorm room space.
- Choose smaller specimens and slower-growing varieties.
- Display plants on a windowsill, desktop, shelf, or plant stool.
- Use artificial grow lights to provide supplemental light in darker areas.
- To boost room humidity, mist leaves with a spray bottle, or set pots on a tray filled with pebbles and water. Don’t allow the bottom of the pot to sit in standing water.
