Plants transform any living space into a home, in addition to purifying the air and adding a chic aesthetic. Many Atlanta homes for sale feature houseplants to attract buyers who appreciate greenery and eco-friendly spaces.

Most people hesitate to buy plants because they aren't gardening experts. However, there are durable plants that require little maintenance to stay alive. Scroll through the list below to explore some low-maintenance options.

• Pothos
  Pothos is a gorgeous and undemanding addition to any living space. In fact, you can grow the plant in a vase of water. If you grow pothos plants in soil, get a high-quality and well-draining potting mix. Water every 1-2 weeks to let the soil dry out between waterings.
  
  The plant is commonly called devil's ivy because it stays alive when kept in the dark. However, place it in an area with bright, indirect light, but it will thrive under dim lighting. The ideal temperature range for the pothos plant is 65ºF to 85ºF.
  
  
• Aloe
  Aloe vera is an unchallenging succulent with thick, pointy leaves. If you often forget to water plants, the aloe may be the right house plant for you. The plant stores water in its foliage and can handle desert conditions well.
  
  Plant the aloe in well-draining soil, and don't let it dry out too much between waterings. If the plant's leaves start to yellow, you are either overwatering or waiting too long before watering it. Feed the aloe with a houseplant fertilizer once every year.
  
  
• Lady Palm
  The lady palm is a simple house plant for beginners who want a tropical feel to their home. It's a slow-grower that you can place in a corner with bright, indirect light. Keep in mind that the lady palm isn't a desert native. Thus, water it once a week and mist several times a week but avoid overwatering.
  
  The lady palm thrives in loamy soil as it offers excellent drainage. When you first buy the plant, choose a slightly larger pot than the root ball. Then, repot the palm every other year into a slightly larger pot.
  
  
• Jade Plant
  The jade plant is another popular succulent among indoor gardening enthusiasts. It signifies prosperity, luck, and friendship in most Asian cultures, where many people place it by the front door to welcome success into the home.
  
  Plant the jade plant in cactus soil and add some organic matter. Then, let the roots settle for several weeks before watering to help them recover from damage. Select a sturdy container with moderate depth as the plant grows top-heavy and can fall over. The jade plant thrives in both bright indirect and direct light.
  
  
• Chinese Evergreen
  The Chinese Evergreen is a lush, easy-to-care house plant with origins in Asia's tropics and subtropics. Silver green is the most popular Chinese Evergreen plant, and cultivars feature streaks of different colors like yellow, pink, and white.
  
  Colorful varieties need bright indirect light to keep their colors, and the leaves will scorch in direct light. If your living space doesn't have a lot of light, opt for darker varieties. Since the Chinese Evergreen grows slowly; repot it only after a few years.
  
  
• Spider Plant
  Spider plants were prevalent in Victorian-era households, thanks to their abundant foliage and air-purifying capabilities. Its long, narrow leaves grow in rosettes draping over the pot's edge.
  
  The spider plant favors slightly moist soil, so once-a-week watering is enough. Use rainwater or distilled water as some plants are sensitive to fluoride in tap water. Fertilize spider plants every two or three weeks.

The above options are some of our real estate agents' favorite plants for low-maintenance greenery. Contact us for more ideas on how to attract homebuyers.