Plants in dark corner of house....??

Question

I have a space in my house on the north wall (im in michigan) that gets a small amount of diffused light (the nearest window is 20 feet at the opposite end), I would love to see a plant on this dark end of my living room, I have a 4 foot tall urn I would love to see a green leafy plant in, any suggestions??? No fake plant ideas please. And I kill ferns. Thanks

All great answers, thanks everyone!!! But can only choose one. Bonni, hilarious...plants committing suicide.

Answer 1

You can't go wrong with the Cast Iron plant. I have one in a pot on the north side of my house... no sun of any kind.

Answer 2

Spider Plant Said to be the best plant for cleaning the air indoors, a spider plant (Chlorophytum) is the easiest foliage plant to grow in a basket. Its foliage is made up of long, narrow strap-like leaves all emerging from the base of the plant. As it matures, it sends out long, arching stems bearing young plantlets that root easily. They are healthiest when grown in good light, but tolerate almost anything except the direct afternoon sun in the summer or the darkest corner in the basement.

Philodendron This is a diverse group of plants, all of which are more tolerant of lower light levels than most other indoor plants. There are several vining forms as well as several shrubby varieties. Selloum is one of the most popular shrubby philodendrons. It grows several feet high and wide with huge, glossy leaves that are deeply lobed. Red Princess and Emerald Queen are vines that need to be supported on something upright (typically a moss or bark pole). Another plant commonly called a split-leaf or cut-leaf philodendron is actually a different genus (Monstera instead of Philodendron). It bears large deeply split leaves that inspire its many nicknames, including the Swiss-cheese plant. It is very slow growing, needs the support of a pole and is tolerant of a wide range of indoor conditions. This plant sends out aerial roots that come from high on the stem and reach toward the soil. Even if you find them unattractive, do not remove them.

Answer 3

I have the same problem in my apartment so I grow plants like Sansevieria,Chamaedorea Elegans and Christmas Cactus.I also winter over a Caladium in the same area.Your county agricultural agent may also be able to provide you with free pamphlets about low light house plants I know they do in my city. Or when you go to your garden center just look at the tags stuck in the plant and they will say how much light they need to grow properly...Good Luck !

Answer 4

select plants with dark green leaves, they will tolerate low light
try chinese evergreen, mother-in-law tongue, cast iron plant, etc
talk to your local garden shop for advice
can you put a bright lamp near the plant? that would help
also when I have a spot like this I buy 2 of the same plant, put 1 in the LR and put the other near a bright window, then swap them every week, that way they both get what they need

Answer 5

What about some kind of plant tree? They don't need as much sunlight and I put Christmas lights through mine (mine is artificial) and when I want a little light or color, I plug in the lights. Plus they look great in the corner of a room.

Answer 6

Go to you local greenhouse and if not one because I knew someone who lived there and sun doesnt shine alot.. try a janet craig or snake plant they require little light and water look on the internet and you should find a listing of plants good for your situation

Answer 7

Most Ivy's will do OK in a spot like that, but remember to fertilize it twice a year and don't over water it.