20 Best Bedroom Plants for a Relaxing Haven

Lemon balm may be small, but it’s powerful. Its gentle, citrusy scent naturally calms anxiety and helps relieve symptoms of insomnia, making it the perfect addition to your bedtime routine. To keep this plant happy and healthy, place it near a window so it can receive four to six hours of sunlight each day. Make sure it’s in a well-draining pot to prevent overwatering, as lemon balm prefers consistently moist (but not soggy) soil.

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Place this easy-to-care-for plant in a sunny spot in your bedroom with well-drained soil. Not only is it a popular houseplant choice for its pretty, star-shaped blooms, its sweet fragrance is soothing. Be sure to keep it away from heating vents and cool air indoors, though.

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If you suffer from allergies or tend to get winter colds, a mint plant is a must-have for your bedroom. It acts as a natural decongestant, which helps clear nasal passages and relieve snoring. It is a fairly easy plant to maintain as long as the soil remains moist and it’s placed near a window.

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The Chinese Evergreen is a great choice to set you up for a good night’s rest. It increases humidity, supporting better breathing and reducing nighttime coughing. It releases moisture into the air, which can aid in keeping your skin hydrated.

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Rosemary isn’t just a go-to herb for enhancing the flavor of various dishes — many rely on it to create a tranquil bedroom environment. It’s rich in antioxidants and carnosic acid, which helps fight toxins around you. It can thrive with full sun and a watering schedule of every two weeks.

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The Bamboo Palm plant adds a lush, calming vibe to any bedroom or living space. Plus, it’s pet-friendly, making it a safe and stylish choice for households with furry friends. To help it flourish, give it bright, indirect light and well-drained soil.

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While known for being an amazing tea leaf, the Chamomile plant is a must-have if you want to turn your bedroom into a relaxing oasis. It contains an antioxidant called apigenin, which works with the brain to enforce a mild sedation and sleepiness. By calming your central nervous system, the plant lowers anxiety levels, aiding in a deeper, more restful sleep.

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The name might sound a little intimidating, but spider plants are actually one of the most beloved and popular houseplants around. With their graceful, arching green-and-white leaves, they make a beautiful addition to any room. Spider plants are especially ideal for bedrooms because they produce oxygen at night, making them an ideal companion for a more restful night’s sleep. Eldred Steinkopf also says they’re a great choice if you like the look of hanging plants.

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If you’re looking to add a pop of color to your space, orchids are the best way to go. Plus, they fit easily on nightstands or windowsills. “Orchids (NOT the common grocery store orchids!) are hypoallergenic and clean the air, as well as give you flowers,” says Christopher Satch, founder and CEO of NYC Plant Help, a service that offers plant care calls nationwide for sick and dying plants.

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“If you like flowers, a peace lily would work well,” says Eldred Steinkopf. Peace lilies do best in indirect sunlight and should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

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Native to humid forests and swamps, the Boston fern has been a popular houseplant since Victorian times. Also known as sword fern, it features drooping feather-shaped leaves that make for a perfect hanging plant.

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The snake plant’s bold, sword-like foliage is an eye-catching addition to any bedroom. Also called sansevieria, it’s been a well-liked houseplant for decades since it’s so hard to kill — all it requires is indirect light and a little water.

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Another plant that thrives on neglect, most aglaonema (a.k.a Chinese evergreen) can survive low-light conditions. Depending on which variation you choose, the strappy leaves may have hints of red or silver. Keep the soil moist by misting regularly.

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Enter the world’s longest blooming houseplant: The neon flowers on this plant can last up to eight weeks, with fresh ones popping up regularly. Stick it in a spot with bright light and high humidity. The more light it receives, the more you should water it: As a general rule, water every week, allowing soil to dry out between waterings.

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Aloe vera is a soothing ingredient commonly found in lotions and soaps, but it also makes a great houseplant. The tropical succulent with fleshy leaves and spiky edges doesn’t require frequent watering, but it does need bright light, so consider putting it on your bedroom windowsill.

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Black thumbs, this one’s for you: Rubber plants are hardy and its glossy, dark leaves will bring drama to any small bedroom. While it prefers bright light — filtered morning sun, especially — it can tolerate lower-light conditions. Water when soil is slightly dry to the touch, about once a week.

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The ZZ plant is very forgiving when neglected — perfect for those who don’t have a green thumb. “It has an architectural presence, and because of its large rhizomatous root system, it’s drought-tolerant,” says Steinkopf.

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This plant is called an air plant for a reason — it’s incredibly low maintenance and only needs minimal care, such as occasional misting. Beyond their easy upkeep, air plants help create cleaner air, which can support better sinus health and contribute to overall well-being.

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