I’ll be the first to admit that you don’t need a ton of fancy tools or supplies to grow happy houseplants at home. Mostly, it’s all about getting to know what your plants need and providing them with the right conditions. Nevertheless, there are some products that can make the process a lot easier. If you’re looking to level up your houseplant game, I’ve got you covered. With years of houseplant experience under my belt, I’ve tested my fair share of products. From convenient self-watering planters to the best moss poles and tools to help monitor your plant’s conditions, here are my all-time favorite houseplant products-tried and tested!
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JOYSEUS 30 Inch Moss Pole for Climbing Plants
I’ve tried a lot of moss poles over the years, with varying success rates. I’ve even made my own before! However, these coco coir poles remain my favorite for a few reasons. First, I actually love that they’re technically not moss. Real moss poles are a lot of work to maintain and IMO, they don’t actually do that much more compared to a dry stake like wood or coco coir. Second, I love that these particular poles support additions over time. That means you can buy additional packs as your plant grows without having to pull the plant off the stake and start all over again. Trust me, you’ll thank me in a couple of years!
Price at time of publishing: $7.99
2-Pack 28″ Bendable Moss Pole
I have three words for you: bendable moss pole. These are so convenient to have on hand, especially for the large wild plants in your collection (Monstera delicioas, I’m looking at you). Being able to bend the pole to accommodate the natural twists and turns of your plant is a complete lifesaver, and it just makes sense. It helps mimick the natural twists and turns of a tree or branch the plant would normally climb in the wild, lending to a more organic shape. I’m a big fan!
Price at time of publishing: $12.99
Soltech Aspect LED Grow Light
You’ve probably seen Soltech’s grow lights around. Many social media ‘plantfluencers’ have them, and they’re popular for a reason. I had my eye on these sleek and stylish grow lights for years before Soltech reached out and offered to let me test one out in my own home. I’ve been completely in love ever since. If you live in a small home like I do, and you want your grow lights to blend seamlessly into your home decor while actually still working, then this is the grow light for you. My Aspect grow light is currently keeping my large fiddle leaf fig alive and well in our dark dining room, so if that doesn’t convince you of how well it works, I don’t know what to tell you. They are my favorite, and completely worth the investment.
Price at time of publishing: $200
Soltech Grove LED Grow Light
On that note, I also have the Soltech Grove grow light, which I love equally as much. This smaller option isn’t quite as strong as the heavy duty Aspect, but it’s perfect for attaching to the underside of shelves or kitchen cupboards. I have mine set up like under-cabinet lighting in our kitchen where I use it to start seeds and grow herbs in the winter. It’s slim and low-profile but still works wonderfully.
Price at time of publishing: $130
6-Pack Self-Watering Planter with Water Level Indicator
I use self-watering planters sparingly, but for the right plants they’re a total lifesaver. I actually love using them for low-maintenance plants like pothos, because they can be easy to forget about and accidentally underwater. They’re also less finicky if you happen to miss filling up the tank for a week or so once it’s run out. I’ve had these simple white self-watering planters for a couple of years now and they’ve worked well for me!
Price at time of publishing: $26.99
Onlysuki Large Repotting Mat for Indoor Plants
If you don’t have a repotting mat already, let this be your sign to get one. For the longest time I used cookie trays or garbage bags when I repotted my plants indoors (especially during the winter when it’s too cold to go outside). While those definitely worked, it’s nice to have a dedicated mat so I’m not washing cookie trays constantly or creating unnecessary waste. Plus, they’re super affordable, so like, why not?
Price at time of publishing: $7.99
45-Pack Clear Nursery Pots for Plants
Plastic pots are a staple in any houseplant lover’s toolbox, but I’ve been particularly loving clear plastic nursery pots lately. These are great for monitoring the health of your plant’s roots, which is something that I’m doing a lot more of as I start adding rare and expensive plants to my collection (my Monstera ‘Albo’ and Anthuriums come to mind). Catch root rot before it starts! Strangely I always find these can be a bit pricey, especially considering they’re just clear plastic containers, but this 45-pack for $20 feels like a good deal. Root rot begone!
Price at time of publishing: $19.99
Miracle-Gro Orchid Potting Mix Coarse Blend, 8qt. 3-Pack
I am notoriously bad at keeping orchids alive, but nevertheless, I always have orchid bark on hand. That’s because it’s an invaluable additive to chunky soil mixes, which I DIY regularly for many of my plants. It provides nutrients and increases drainage and airflow, making it perfect for aroids like monsteras, pothos, philodendron as well as orchids. While there are lots of good options out there, I usually end up with Miracle-Gro because it’s most convenient (you can find it everywhere!) and it’s always great.
Price at time of publishing: $18.99
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Miracle-Gro Perlite, 8qt. 3-Pack
Similarly, I always have a bag of perlite on standby. Perlite is even more widely used for houseplants and gardening than orchid bark. It makes a great soil additive for nearly any plant, helping to improve drainage and aeration. It’s a staple in my DIY chunky soil mix, as well as any cactus/succulent potting mix. I frequently pull it out when I’m gardening outdoors too-you’ll notice it’s mixed in to almost every pre-made soil mix you buy at the store! Again, Miracle-Gro is a frequent go-to for me, but you really can’t go wrong.
Price at time of publishing: $18.99
Fiskars Bypass Pruning Shears
Lastly, a solid pair of pruning shears will come in handy more than you know. I love to propagate my plants so I’m pulling these out every spring and summer to give my overgrown plants a trim. While you usually don’t need anything too heavy duty for houseplants, I like to get a high-quality pair of pruners anyways. You never know when you might need to bring them into the garden for some impromptu clean up! Just always make sure to sterilize them between each use to prevent spreading bacteria between plants.
Price at time of publishing: $20.99
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