best overall
Monstera in a ceramic planter
Pick a planter with drainage; it thrives on being left mostly alone.
Why it made the cut
Our verdict
Pick a planter with drainage; it thrives on being left mostly alone.
A hardy, forgiving statement plant that shrugs off neglect and lifts any room.
Good fit when
- plant person
- new home
- windowsill
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The tradeoffs
Pick a hardy plant and a planter with drainage.
Evidence behind the pick
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