Introduction to Small Apartment Plants
Living in a small apartment doesn't mean you can't have plants. These compact houseplants fit perfectly in American apartments and small spaces.
For larger spaces, see our large indoor plants guide.
Top 12 Small Apartment Plants
1. Peperomia
Compact and charming. Read our peperomia care guide.
2. African Violet
Small plant with beautiful blooms. Check african violet care.
3. Aloe Vera
Compact succulent with benefits. See aloe vera care guide.
4. Spider Plant
Small but produces babies. Read spider plant care.
5. Pothos
Trails from small pots. Check pothos care guide.
6. Snake Plant
Compact varieties available. See snake plant care.
7. ZZ Plant
Perfect for small spaces. Read zz plant care.
8. Chinese Evergreen
Compact and colorful. Check chinese evergreen care.
9. Calathea
Small varieties with stunning patterns. See calathea care guide.
10. Philodendron
Compact heartleaf varieties. Read philodendron care.
11. Hoya
Small trailing beauty. Check hoya care guide.
12. Tradescantia
Colorful compact plant. See tradescantia care.
Space-Saving Ideas
- Wall-mounted planters
- Hanging baskets
- Window shelves
- Plant stands with tiers
See our trailing plants guide for hanging options.
Conclusion
Small apartments can still have beautiful plant collections with the right compact plants.