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gretaduck Pittsboro, NC(Zone 7a) Nov 14, 2004

Hi, even though I'm not new to DG, I am new to this forum and could use some help. Even though we have a plant nursery, I am not experienced with house plants. I am looking for a houseplant which would look good in a hanging basket/container AND which doesn't need direct sunlight. Your suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks.
Greta in NC

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TammyTN Greenback, TN Nov 14, 2004

pothos

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caron Woodland Park, CO(Zone 4b) Nov 14, 2004

What's you window exposure?
Pothos, ivy, spider plant, string of hearts and swedish Ivy. Some ferns make great hanging baskets too.

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notmartha Bay City, MI(Zone 6a) Nov 14, 2004

staghorn ferns are my favorites!

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tcfromky Mercer, PA(Zone 5a) Nov 15, 2004

Wondering Jew or purple passion.

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Plantcrazii Dallas, TX(Zone 8a) Nov 15, 2004

What about a philodendron? I have a huge one hanging in the corner of my living room and it does great. I don't water it very often, but when i do, i take it down, and put it in the shower. Then I turn on the shower for a few minutes. This not only waters the plant, but cleans the leaves as well.

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TammyTN Greenback, TN Nov 15, 2004

peace lilies, diffenbachia...both very easy and pretty plants.

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gretaduck Pittsboro, NC(Zone 7a) Nov 15, 2004

Everyone, thanks so much for the suggestions. I'm familiar with a few of them and think they're probably available in my area. Will make a list and go shopping! I appreciate your input.
Greta

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gretaduck Pittsboro, NC(Zone 7a) Dec 26, 2004

Hi, I checked out Walmart but didn't find anything that seemed suitable. However, Caron had mentioned ivy and I had a hanging pot in the garden which I brought in. (It survived last winter outside so I'm curious to see how it does inside!). Here is a picture of it hanging in the walk-in shower. Another photo will follow. Thanks for your suggestions.
Greta

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gretaduck Pittsboro, NC(Zone 7a) Dec 26, 2004

Hi, again.....here is a close-up which, I hope, shows the new growth on the ivy. Guess "she" must be happy with her new home. Jesse mentioned using the shower to water.....all I have to do is aim the flexible showerhead at the pot once a week!
Greta

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Sequee Carmel, NY(Zone 6b) Dec 26, 2004

Ok - now I'm curious...I've always kept my Spider plant in direct, bright light and it does great. Is this an either/or plant, or did I just luck out??? Also, I have a very tiny peace lily and was told it should be in direct light. It's verysmall and the growth is VERY slow. Should I move it to an indirect light spot?

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