Green Up Your Space, No Direct Sun Required
Not all homes are bathed in sunlight, but that shouldn’t stop you from enjoying the beauty of indoor plants. At The Grow Centre, our Low-Light Tolerant Plant Collection is perfect for shaded rooms, apartments, offices and other indoor spaces with limited sunlight. Whether you’re working with soft morning light or a dim corner, these resilient plants thrive with minimal sun exposure.
Why Choose Low-Light Plants?
Low-light plants are ideal for spaces where direct sunlight is limited or filtered. These varieties are naturally adapted to lower light conditions, maintaining their colour, growth and form without needing to sit by a bright window. These plants are perfect for:
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Bedrooms with curtains drawn
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Bathrooms with small or frosted windows
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Office desks and workspaces
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South-facing rooms in the Southern Hemisphere
Best Plants for Low-Light Conditions
All the plants in this collection are selected for their ability to tolerate or thrive in low-light environments, with a focus on their watering and care needs:
A favourite for its glossy green leaves and near-indestructible nature. Excellent for low-light corners and beginners.
Watering Care: Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Extremely drought-tolerant and prone to root rot if overwatered.
Also known as Mother-in-Law’s Tongue, this architectural plant is highly drought-tolerant.
Watering Care: Water sparingly only when the soil is completely dry. Overwatering can lead to root rot.
- Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior)
True to its name, this plant is tough and durable. It handles shade, dryness and temperature fluctuations with ease.
Watering Care: Water when the top few centimetres of soil are dry. Tolerates infrequent watering and low humidity.
An elegant alternative to the Parlour Palm, suitable for indoor spaces with lower light.
Watering Care: Keep soil lightly moist but not soggy. Allow the top layer to dry out slightly before watering again. Prefers moderate humidity.
A flowering favourite that can grow in low light while improving air quality.
Watering Care: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Will droop when it needs water, then quickly recover after a drink.
Compact and full of character, Peperomia varieties thrive in medium to low light conditions. Great for shelves or tabletops.
Watering Care: Water moderately. Let the top inch of soil dry out between waterings. Sensitive to overwatering.
Graceful and slow-growing, this palm brings a tropical feel indoors and tolerates lower light levels.
Watering Care: Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid soggy soil. Benefits from occasional misting.
How to Care for Low-Light Plants
Even in shade, plants need the right conditions to thrive. Follow these care tips to keep them looking lush:
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Watering: Allow the top few centimetres of soil to dry between waterings. Overwatering is a common issue in low-light environments.
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Humidity: Many of these plants prefer a bit of humidity. Try misting occasionally or placing it near a bathroom.
- Rotation: Turn your plant every few weeks to encourage even growth.
Need help choosing the right plant for your space? Contact us for expert advice.
Benefits of Low-Light Houseplants
- Thrive in dim corners and shaded rooms
- Perfect for homes, apartments and offices
- Improve air quality and indoor aesthetics
- Low maintenance and great for beginners
Designed for Australian Conditions
Our plants are selected to perform well in Australian climates and homes. Whether you're in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or beyond, you’ll receive healthy, hardy plants shipped safely to your door in sustainable, protective packaging.
We make it easy to bring greenery indoors, no matter how much light your space gets.
Explore the Collection
Browse our hand-picked range of low-light tolerant plants below and discover your perfect match.
Let nature thrive even in the shade.