How Not to Kill These Trending Indoor Plants

May 24, 2017

Bringing greenery into your space will give life to a room (literally!), purify the air, and make all your Instagram snaps look extra cool. If you're looking for some new plant babies, here are 34 of the coolest indoor plants to consider, plus tips on how to keep them healthy.

Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree: Water this variety when the top inch of soil is dry. Keep it in indirect light, fertilize it once a month in the summer, and enjoy its funky look. (via Target)

Bamboo Palm: These plants don’t take a great deal of time or energy, so they're perf for a #girlboss on the go. Simply give it some room temp water until the soil is moist. (via Apartment Therapy)

Rubber Tree: This striking pick can grow up to 50 feet tall. They prefer lots of indirect sunlight and water on the reg. (via Target)

Staghorn Fern: Give this little guy bright, indirect light to watch it thrive. Alternate between misting the leaves and giving them a good 10-minute soak. (via Vintage Revivals)

Split Leaf Philodendron: Put this piece of oceanside life in medium to bright light and keep the soil damp — but never soggy — for all the tropical vibes. (via Design Lovin’)

Boston Fern: If you have a pet, the Boston Fern is non-toxic to dogs and cats! It'll need a cool place with high humidity and indirect light. (via Apartment Therapy)

Snake Plant: Mix up the texture of your space with a sleek and spiky snake plant. Provide it with plenty of light and turn the pot every few weeks to keep it lush. (via Brittany Makes)

Pothos Plant: Here's a leafy number that's a cinch to raise. Its vines can reach up to 10 feet indoors, so it might need a trim here and there. Otherwise, keep it healthy with low light and sporadic watering. (via Decor8)

Calathea: Hello, playful jungle plant. Keep the humidity high and spray the leaves regularly for an authentic jungalow addition. (via Bakker)

Bird of Paradise: Shower this one with bright light and watch it bloom to its full potential. Keep the soil continually moist as well, with regular spritzing on the leaves. (via Coastal Style)

Palm Tree: Any palm will bring a summery feel to your space in a snap. Make sure it has plenty of drainage and trim it occasionally to keep it in tip-top shape. (via Atelier Dore)

String of Pearls: This elegant plant is part of the succulent fam, so don't overwater it. String of Pearls enjoys indirect sunlight, so hanging it sweetly by your bed is a stellar choice. (via Bev Cooks)

ZZ Plant: The sprawling "ZZ plant," (AKA Zamioculcas zamiifolia) thrives in low light with little water. Basically, it can handle a lot of neglect and still look awesome. (via Style Me Pretty)

Chinese Monkey Plant: Bright and indirect light is ideal for this cheery plant. Its minimalist look and circular leaves will make an A+ addition to your workspace. (via House Beautiful)

Cactus Varieties: Little cacti can tolerate a ton of sunlight, so go ahead and introduce them to your windowsill garden. Just soak the soil once a week and fertilize 'em in the summer. (via Bergamotte)

Fishtail Palm: It needs a ton of water and sunshine, but that makes it the perf solution for that awkward corner in your bright living room. (via Design Sponge)

Umbrella Plant: A lanky umbrella plant might be just what your tiny space needs. It can get quite tall, helping your ceiling look higher without taking up much space. (via Sinnen Rausch)

Donkey Tail: How cute is this shaggy succulent?! It's quirky-looking, heat- and drought-tolerant, and made for a boho dwelling. (via Bergamotte)

Night Blooming Cereus: If you're a night owl, this is your plant soulmate because — you guessed it— it only blooms at night! (via Magnolia Market)

Aloe Vera: Keep this natural wonder by your kitchen sink and water it deeply once a week. Avoid direct sun. (via A Bubbly Life)

Elephant Bush: It's like a mini bush for your indoor garden! It just asks for warmth, a touch of water, and some lovin'. (via Magnolia Market)

Spider Plant: These easy-to-grow spider plants look especially chic in a hanging planter — which makes them a bonus space-saver for limited surfaces. (via Decor Demon)

Fishhook: The tiny, shaggy leaves on the fishhook plant will bring cascading texture to your #shelfie game. (via Domino)

Air Plants: They look like adorable little jellyfish and are literally the most low-maintenance plants ever. Give them bright, filtered light and the occasional misting. (via Zimt Zebra)

English Ivy: Here's a vine that prefers things on the dry side. It might get a little wild without some snip, snipping — but boy, do they make a statement! (via Nordic Days)

Maidenhair Fern: The delicate maidenhair fern thrives indoors when you give it a small container. Mist it daily to let the full luscious look take form. (via Beau Monde Mama)

Jade Plant: The simple look of a jade plant will have you feeling totally Zen through your nine-to-five gig and beyond. (via Lilly)

Sweetheart Hoya: Here's a trailing plant that will give you heart eyes for days. Monthly watering and temps above 60 degrees are all that this beaut requires. (via Design Sponge)

Olive Tree: Indoor olive trees only need to be watered when the top inch of soil has dried out, and less in fall and winter when they go into hibernation. Now that's a chill tree we can get behind. (via Honestly WTF)

Fire Pencil Cactus: A fire pencil cactus needs very little care and actually thrives on neglect (lookin' at you, fellow lazy girls). Watch out for the sap though — they could cause a reaction. (via New Darlings)

Lemon Tree: When life gives you a lemon tree, supply it with 12 hours of sunlight and start making citrusy cocktails from scratch. (via Martha Stewart)

7 “Impressive” Whole Foods Deals Will Save You Major Cash On Your Grocery Bill

I truly feel like I’ve been living under a rock when it comes to what’s good at Whole Foods. Turns out, they’ve been hiding some really impressive deals on groceries in the shadows, but I’m here to shed some light on ‘em. Whole Foods offers savings every week, and I’m fully convinced that my local Whole Foods will be seeing a whole lot more of me from now on.

Scroll on for details on Whole Foods’ top deals to shop starting today!

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1. BOGO 50% off packaged soups (Tuesdays)

Tuesdays and Fridays are the main days of the week that Whole Foods offers savings on their groceries. The first amazing deal for Tuesdays is BOGO 50% off packaged soups – perfect for this time of year!

They’ve got every kind of flavor from minestrone and chicken noodle to Italian wedding and broccoli cheddar. Their packaged soups average out at about $9 per 24-ounce tub, so saving 50% on one when you buy one is pretty good, especially for meal prep purposes.

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2. $2 off classic and organic rotisserie chickens (Tuesdays)

You can take $2 off two kinds of Whole Foods’ rotisserie chickens every Tuesday. Their classic rotisserie chicken goes for $9 while the organic version sells for $13. I love using rotisserie chicken for soups, sandwiches, wraps, and pastas, so getting a whole chicken to use for recipes all week long for just $7 is so nice!

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3. $8 large cheese pizzas (Friday)

Sometimes you just do not feel like cooking on a Friday evening after work – that’s where this Whole Foods savings hack comes in! Every Friday, you can get a large cheese pizza for $8. While there’s nothing wrong with a plain cheese pizza (nostalgia galore!), I’d take advantage of this deal then bulk up my slices with various toppings like peppers, pepperoni, and olives.

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4. 12 for $12 wild caught oysters (Friday)

Ooh, fancy! Every Friday, Whole Foods’ wild caught oysters go for $1 a pop. Buy a dozen for just $12, and you’re golden. This deal would be perfect for a bougie at-home date night.

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5. BOGO 50% off packaged sushi rolls (Friday)

This is another great date night pick! Buy one packaged sushi roll, and get another 50% off on Fridays only. From rainbow rolls to California rolls, this Whole Foods savings hack has my cravings going crazy.

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6. $10 family-sized tiramisu (Friday)

Got a hankering for a sweet treat? Don’t fret – you can shop a whole family-sized serving of tiramisu at Whole Foods for just $10 every Friday.

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7. $12 bottles of prosecco (Friday)

The death of the work week and start of the weekend is obviously a cause for celebration, and Whole Foods has you covered with $12 bottles of Presto prosecco every Friday. Cheers!

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Elle Fanning "Uncontrollably Sobbed" During One Of Dakota's Movies As A Kid

As much as I love celebrity couples, I love celebrity sibling relationships even more. And Elle and Dakota Fanning are two sisters I've grown up watching since I first saw Dreamer in 2005. Considering Elle Fanning is only five months older than me, and I have a sister of my own, this is one relationship that feels particularly familiar. And while Elle has also watched Dakota Fanning act since we were kids, Dakota just revealed seeing Elle onscreen is just as special for her.

Here's why Dakota & Elle Fanning get emotional seeing each other onscreen.

Elle remembers "sobbing" during one particularly emotional Dakota Fanning movie.

“When Elle’s in anything, it makes me feel it deeper,” Dakota Fanning said at TheWrap’s Power Women Summit on December 3. “She never can fully disappear into a character totally for me as her sister. She obviously does an amazing job, but I’m always gonna see my little sister a little bit.”

And Elle is just as touched by Dakota's roles, and remembers "uncontrollably sobbing" after seeing Now Is Good, a movie where Dakota's character was dying of cancer. “Because it was my sister, I had a real traumatic reaction after that premiere and the screening,” Elle says. “Obviously the acting, but it was something felt on a deeper level.”

“I’m doing this job, I’m an actor because my sister started before me and I watched her,” Elle continues. “I wanted to do exactly what my big sister wanted to do.”

And their movies have also made an impact on everyone who watches them.

When Brit + Co caught up with Dakota Fanning at the world premiere of The Watchers, I had to ask about one of her most iconic movies: Uptown Girls. "I love it," she says of TikTok memes and edits giving the movie new life. "It's nostalgic for people who are kind of around my age, who grew up watching that movie, I think it's like a comfort movie for people. And so I love that people are still revisiting it and loving it. And maybe now that everyone's older [they're] understanding different things about it."

Dakota starred opposite Brittany Murphy, who also had roles in movies like Clueless, 8 Mile, and Girl, Interrupted. Brittany passed away in 2009 when Dakota was 15. "I loved Brittany so much and I still miss her," she says. "So anytime that she has, you know, a moment where people think about her is also nice."

You can see Elle Fanning in A Complete Unknown, in theaters December 25, and you can also stream Dakota Fanning's new show The Perfect Couple on Netflix now.

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13 Yummy Christmas Cookies From Around The World

Heaping plates of Christmas cookies are synonymous with the holidays. It seems that nearly every country around the globe has their own variation on the holiday classic. In fact, some of these regions have been making their version of Christmas cookies for literal hundreds of years.

If you’re looking for a way to reconnect with your heritage, or maybe just want a little baking inspiration, check out our picks for the yummiest Christmas cookies from around the world.

The Noshery

Mantecaditos con Guayaba

These may look like ordinary thumbprint cookies, but these almond shortbreads from Puerto Rico are filled with a special guava marmalade. (via The Noshery)

Broma Bakery

Meringues

French meringues are a classic crumbly egg white cookie with a chewy interior. These get an extra European twist with the addition of Nutella. (via Broma Bakery)

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Alfajores

Deeply flavored dulce de leche, a caramel made from whole milk commonly found in Spain and many Latin American countries, is the key ingredient in these super pretty sandwiched Christmas cookies. (via Pretty. Simple. Sweet.)

Fancy Peasant

Melomakarona

These Christmas cookies that hail from Greece get their sweetness from a generous soaking of fresh honey! (via Fancy Peasant)

Very Eatalian

Baci di Dama

The name of this Italian treat translates to “lady’s kisses” — how adorable is that? These bite-sized cuties are made with ground hazelnuts and filled with a dollop of dark chocolate. (via Very Eatalian)

Cooking Classy

Linzer Cookies

These Austrian Christmas cookies are typically made with raspberry jam, but feel free to get crazy with a filling of your choice. Plus, the gorgeous windowpane look will make them a prize takeaway at your next cookie exchange. (via Cooking Classy)

Olivia’s Cuisine

Basler Brunsli

If you’re hanging out in Switzerland around Christmas time, you’ll definitely see these chocolate treats around. They’re often described as Swiss brownies due to their deliciously chewy texture. Perfect with a cup of eggnog or coffee! (via Olivia’s Cuisine)

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This post has been updated with additional reporting by Meredith Holser.

Lead image via Pretty. Simple. Sweet.

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