Desk Plants: Overview

Bring life to your workspace with the best office plants and desk plants. They’re compact, low-maintenance, and ready to thrive even if you forget to water them. Whether you’re working in a cubicle, home office, or a windowless corner, the right plant can transform your desk into a refreshing, inspiring spot that boosts your productivity and lifts your mood. 

From low-light office plants to lucky plants for office desks, this collection features greenery perfect for busy schedules and small spaces. Many are drought-tolerant, require minimal care, and adapt well to low-light environments, making them perfect plants for desks that don’t get sunlight.

Beyond aesthetics, indoor plants for office desks offer real perks: cleaner air, reduced stress, and a more energizing atmosphere. Want to start with a favorite? Check out the Braided Money Tree, known for attracting good fortune, or the Chinese Money Plant, a stylish little gem with coin-like leaves ideal for small desk spaces. 

Whether you need the best desk plants for an office with no windows or simply want small plants for your office desk that look great and work hard, there’s something here to suit every workspace and routine. 

Plants for Office and Desks: Care & Growing Guide

Caring for office plants and desk plants is easier than you might think. These compact, hardy varieties are built for the hustle. You’ll find them tolerant of missed waterings, low light, and busy schedules, but here are some tips on how to keep them happy and looking their best in any office setting. 

Watering, Light, Humidity, and Temperature

Most desk plants for office environments thrive with infrequent watering, about once every 1-2 weeks. Choose low-light desk plants that won’t sulk under fluorescent lighting. They prefer average indoor humidity and stable room temperatures between 65–75°F (18–24°C), with no drafts. 

Repotting, Soil, and Feeding

Use well-draining potting soil suitable for indoor desk plants. Repot every couple of years or if roots start poking out. A balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during spring and summer helps support healthy growth, though many small desk plants need very little feeding. 

Propagation

Several good desk plants, like Pothos or Alocasia Plants, are easy to propagate from stem or leaf cuttings. Root them in water or moist soil, and soon you’ll have new indoor office plants to share with coworkers or spread throughout your workspace.

Pruning, Cleaning, and Common Issues

The best office plants rarely need pruning. Just remove dead or yellowing leaves to keep them tidy. Wipe leaves occasionally to remove dust, especially in air-conditioned spaces. Watch for fungus gnats that are commonly attracted to overwatered soil, and rotate your plants for even growth on all sides.

Best Desk Plants: Select From Our Wide Selection

Which indoor desk plant is right for your space? We’ve handpicked a few favorites from our collection that are stylish, low-maintenance, and ideal for offices with no windows or limited natural light. These good office plants at Hey Rooted thrive with minimal fuss and maximum impact.  

Rabbit Foot Fern

Description: The Rabbit Foot Fern (Davallia fejeensis) has a unique charm thanks to its soft, feathery fronds and fuzzy rhizomes. This compact plant is perfect for offices with filtered light and adds a touch of character. 

ZZ Plant

Description: A favorite among low-light office plants, the ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) is nearly indestructible. Its glossy, dark green leaves bring a sleek, modern look to desks while tolerating neglect like a pro.

Bamboo Palm

Description: Our large Bamboo Palm (Chamaedorea seifrizii) adds an airy, tropical feel to any spacious office. This slow-growing, air-purifying plant does well in indirect light and can be the ideal floor plant in your shared workspace. 

Peacock Plant

Description: Brighten your workspace with the Peacock Plant (Calathea makoyana). Its patterned leaves offer a pop of color while thriving in indirect light. Compact, vibrant, and easy to care for, this Calathea variety is a desk-ready delight. 

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