Are you waiting for a sign on which next houseplant to buy? How about your zodiac sign?
Your zodiac sign is based on the month and day you were born. They can influence our personality traits and our outlook on life. As plant lovers, we all want plants that fit our lifestyles and reflect ourselves, but there are so many options on the market. Luckily for you, this blog will give you a personal recommendation for your perfect plant based on your zodiac sign! Keep reading to find the plant that was destined for you.
Aries (March 21 – April 19)- Calathea
Aries are spontaneous, courageous, and high energy. They aren’t afraid of a challenge and would want a plant that is as exciting as they are.
This makes calathea the perfect plant for them!
There are lots of different types of calathea just like aries. Some of the most popular are Calathea Roseopicta, Calathea Zebrina, and Calathea Orbifolia. Calathea are a bit fussy to care for since they have very specific water, light, and fertilizer needs. Luckily, an Aries is always up for a good challenge!
Taurus (April 20-May 20)- Snake Plant
Taurus are stubborn, like stability, and dependable.
They would want a plant that isn’t too hard to take care of and is hardy, just like them.
This makes the snake plant the best first for them!
Snake plants can survive with low sun and low watering, which makes them perfect for any space and plant owner.
Gemini (May 21 – June 20)- Coleus
Geminis have multiple sides to them. They can be extroverted one moment and introverted during another, so you never know what side you’ll get. They have quite the colorful personality just like a coleus.
Coleus come in many different shades like red, purple, and yellow.
They can blend in with other plants or be the star of your indoor jungle, just like geminis!
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)- Pothos
Cancers are the sensitive homebodies of the world, so they will want a dependable houseplant that is easy to care for.
Pothos are a great beginning plant and are low maintenance, which is great for plant lovers who may be scared of killing plants. Plus, seeing the pothos grow in your home will make any cancer happy.
Plants also have great benefits for mental health! You can check out our ,blog on how having plants in your space affects your mind.
Leo (July 23 – August 22)- Fiddle-Leaf Fig Tree
Leos like to be the center of attention and can be pretty high maintenance. So, a plant that really makes a statement is perfect for them.
The Fiddle-Leaf Fig Tree is a good fit because it will grow quite large (up to 6 feet) and is very high maintenance. Leos will want to put the time and effort into caring for this plant because of how showstopping is.
And leos know a thing or two about needing some extra care and attention.
Virgo (August 23 – September 22)- Pachira
Virgos are detail oriented and like control, so they might like a plant that will let them express that.
The Pachira tree is perfect because virgos can prune its branches to fit their plant vision. This plant needs careful pruning to thrive, and virgos would be more than ready for the task.
Pruning can be a relaxing job, something Virgos could definitely use!
Libra (September 23 – October 22)- Peace lily
Libras are all about balance and peace. They also like harmony and can be quite charming.
This makes the peace lily the best plant for them! Not only does it symbolize peace, it also is fairly easy to care for.
Libras can feel represented by this plant and might even get a few to make every room in their home reflect their inner self.
Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)-Black Velvet Alocasia
Scorpios are mysterious but also quite bold. They would need a plant that reflects mystery but also makes a statement, making the black velvet alocasia perfect for them.
Its black leaves will contrast against the many shades of green of other plants.
People may wonder how on earth you found a black plant to begin with? But that’s a secret Scorpio will never tell.
Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)- Stromanthe Triostar
Sagittarius are outspoken, energetic, and clever.
A Sagittarius would want their plant a talking point for their visitors. They wouldn’t want a very common plant either.
This makes the stromanthe triostar the perfect fit. Its vibrant leaves bring a fun energy to any room and it’s unique enough that people will have to ask questions about it, so the Sagittarius can show off their plant knowledge.
Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)- Succulent
Capricorns are resilient, loyal, but can also be a bit skeptical. They probably won’t have a huge indoor jungle and instead will want a few houseplants that are resilient just like them.
Succulents are perfect for them!
They come in different varieties and are very hardy. They don’t need much care and will stick around your home for the long haul.
Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)- Air Plant
Aquarius are free-spirited and eccentric and would want a plant that reflects that, so no common houseplants!
They are also an air sign, which makes the air plant an even more ideal plant for them. The air plant is whimsical and doesn’t even seem like a plant.
It’s definitely the best for these quirky air signs.
Pisces (February 19 – March 20)- String of Pearls
Pisces are sensitive, creative, and imaginative. This means they would want a plant that is easy to care for but also is unique and adds a pop of fun to their indoor jungle.
The String of Pearls is low maintenance and its small buds are so cute to look at. A Pisces could even find a creative way of making the pearls trail, such as getting a fun trellis.
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