🌱 7 Air-Purifying Plants to Grow in Plastic Pots for Your Apartment

Plants don’t just make your home more beautiful — many of them also help purify the air, absorb toxins, and create a more relaxing environment. If you live in an apartment, choosing the right plants and lightweight plastic pots can make a big difference in your everyday life.

Here are 7 easy-to-grow houseplants that thrive in durable, stylish plastic pots:

1. Snake Plant (Sansevieria)

A top air-purifier that absorbs CO2 and releases oxygen even at night.

👉 Best paired with tall, narrow plastic pots — perfect for bedrooms and living rooms.

2. Pothos (Devil’s Ivy)

Hardy and fast-growing, pothos absorbs formaldehyde and benzene from furniture.

👉 Looks great in hanging plastic pots or compact standing planters.

3. Peace Lily

Removes dust and cools the air, with elegant white flowers.

👉 Pair with white round plastic pots for a clean, minimal look.

4. English Ivy

A green beauty that reduces mold and allergens.

👉 Ideal for hanging near windows in lightweight plastic hanging pots.

5. Boston Fern

Excellent at maintaining humidity and filtering the air – perfect for air-conditioned rooms.

👉 Pair with desktop-sized white or beige plastic pots.

6. Schefflera (Umbrella Plant)

Cleans the air and naturally repels mosquitoes.

👉 Great in low, sturdy square plastic pots for hallways or open spaces.

7. Money Tree (Mini)

Symbolizes luck and prosperity, and helps clean the air.

👉 Works well in small square plastic pots — also a great gift idea!

💡 Tips for Growing Plants in Plastic Pots:

  • Choose pots with drainage holes to avoid root rot.

  • Use thick, high-quality PP plastic to ensure long-term durability.

  • Stick to neutral colors (white, grey) to help your plants stand out.


Looking for plastic pots for these plants?
Check out Duy Ngoc’s planter collection — various sizes, sleek designs, and great prices for bulk orders!

📍 Visit our store: 627 Hoang Hoa Tham, Tay Ho District, Hanoi, Vietnam


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