Trailing Houseplants

Simple, easy-to-grow plants for hanging containers

- PEGGY RICCIO

1 Philodendron
PHILODENDRON
Known for being very easy to grow, philodendrons have green or variegated heart-shaped leaves. They are tolerant of almost any type of light, including low-light areas, and humidity. Although stems trail down, their aerial roots enable them to climb up poles.

Why we love it: Stem cuttings of philodendrons root easily in water and can be inserted in outdoor floral containers as “spillers” or in hanging baskets in the garden for the summer.

2 String of Frogs ficus
FICUS PUMILA ‘QUERCIFOLIA’
String of Frogs has woody vines and small leaves, creating a flat appearance. This plant needs well-draining soil and indirect light, but it’s not as drought tolerant as other houseplants, so keep an eye on the soil. It is perfect for terrariums and small containers, or use it to cover wire-shaped figures and topiaries.

Why we love it: It works well as a ground cover to other houseplants, spilling over the container’s edges.

3 Satin pothos
SCINDAPSUS PICTUS
Satin pothos is not a true pothos but requires similar conditions: bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil. Its silver markings on gray-green heart-shaped leaves create a velvety appearance. The green stems hang gracefully over pots.

Why we love it: Easy to grow, satin pothos can be used to light up any dark corner as a hanging basket or trailing container plant.