Houseplants That Grow Fast (5 Fast Growing Plants)

There are many factors that go into how fast a plant will grow. It could be the amount of sun they get, water conditions, their environment, and so on. Although, there are definitely plants that, in the right conditions, will grow faster than others. If you're like me, especially when I got some of my first plants, I really wanted to see results out of all the effort I was putting in. Today we have a few fast-growing plants to share with you to help kickstart your plant paradise. If any of these plants entice you, make sure you're also keeping a lookout for your new favorite pot as you'll definitely be repotting these fast-growing plants when they outgrow their current one. All of these plants are fantastic gifts for anyone wanting to add a lot of greenery quickly.

Boston Fern

The Boston fern is a very popular species that you'll usually see growing in tropical areas around the world. It usually prefers swampy, humid areas with lots of forest shade, making this a great choice for indoors where sunlight might not be as abundant. It is important that the Boston fern is watered regularly, keeping the soil moist, as they are used to humid atmospheres. If you're living in a dry environment, it's a good idea to frequently mist your Boston fern.

Philodendron

Fast-growing plants love medium to indirect light and you guessed it, they also love water. It's good to water your philodendron frequently, but they also like their soil to dry out between watering. To keep this plant on its fast-growing trajectory, make sure that you're spacing the watering out properly. You can get a feel for how frequently to water them by feeling around the soil. Make sure you trim any parts that happen to die along the way, and your philodendron will absolutely love you! These are a great addition to your home as the leaves are very big and green, giving you a big impactful look.

Pothos

Not only is pothos a very fast-growing plant, but it is also a very easy houseplant to grow. The leaves are a beautiful combination of yellow, green, and white striations. They do very well in just about any soil, but if you really want to get these guys growing, make sure you provide them with nutrient-rich soil. In fact, pothos is so resilient, it's possible for them to grow in water alone.

Peace Lily

Ah yes, the peace lily, symbol of peace and tranquility, this plant will welcome you into a room and you'll never want to leave. The peace lily can survive all over the house as they can thrive with less light. In fact, if you see yellowing on the leaves, that's your lily's way of telling you that it's getting too much sunlight. So make sure you move it away from those too-bright sunny patches as needed. Do be careful when putting these plants in bigger pots, because you might just end up with a massive plant. Make sure you have plenty of space and let this beauty grow to its full potential.

Pilea (Chinese Money Plant)

We absolutely love this plant. The leaves have a big, interesting round shape to them and a nice bright green color. Once pilea establishes its root system it will really take off. When you good growth out of this plant, it's a great idea to put it in a hanging pot (or stand) as when these grow out and down the sides, they create an absolutely wonderful and whimsical look.