As winter finally fades and nature bursts into bloom, the arrival of Holi brings a riot of colour and joy.
This beautiful festival, celebrated across India, marks the beginning of spring, a season of renewal and warmth. Known as the Festival of Colours, what better way to welcome the season than by filling your space with houseplants that echo the spirit of Holi?
Research from the National Library of Medicine suggests that colourful environments can enhance creativity and overall well-being. From fiery oranges to lush greens, houseplants experts Beards & Daisies share the most bold and beautiful plants that will bring a splash of festival magic into your home to spark creativity for the Spring.
The Brightest Houseplants to Have in Your Home This Spring
Prayer Plant – Known for its bold green leaves with red veins that fold up at night, this plant thrives in indirect light and makes a great statement piece on shelves or coffee tables.
Oriental Lily – With large, fragrant flowers in shades of pink, white, or red, this striking plant is perfect for brightening up kitchens or entryways.
Monaco Orchid – This deep magenta orchid blooms for months at a time and adds elegance to desks or dining tables, thriving in bright, indirect light.
Lilac Peace Lily – A softer take on the classic Peace Lily, its purple blooms contrast beautifully with its dark green foliage, making it ideal for bedrooms or offices.
Neon Pothos – With electric green, heart-shaped leaves, this fast-growing, low-maintenance trailing plant is perfect for bookshelves or hanging planters in lower-light spaces.
Calathea Triostar – Its pink, green, and white variegated leaves are highly decorative and make it a standout choice for well-lit living rooms or bathrooms with high humidity.
Oxalis – Also known as the purple shamrock, its vibrant, triangular leaves open and close with the light, creating a dynamic and eye-catching effect on sunny windowsills.
Vriesea Astrid – A tropical bromeliad with a bright red flower spike that lasts for months, ideal for adding a splash of colour to coffee tables or kitchen counters.
Flowering Calathea – With delicate pink or white blooms emerging from its patterned foliage, this humidity-loving plant thrives in bathrooms or well-lit corners.
Honey Bee Orchid – Small but striking, its soft yellow petals resemble a honeybee in flight, and it thrives in bright, indirect light on windowsills.
