English Ivy (Hedera Helix)

Houseplants couldn’t be trendier these days. And we’re not mad about it. Because not only are they a great, inexpensive way to spruce up any kitchen, but they can also be pretty useful in the kitchen. The right plant can help purify your air, increase morale and productivity, or even step in when first aid is needed.

Consider bringing one of these plants into your kitchen. They’re all pretty easy to care for, which means you can’t really mess this up.



A lush, green plant that’s perfect for hanging over your sink or by a window, English ivy is easy to grow indoors (as long as it gets time in direct sunlight) and adds a beautiful splash of color to any kitchen. Its pointy leaves come in a variety of shades of green with accents of whites, yellows, and blacks, so you can be sure to find a variety to match your kitchen.

Why it’s great for the kitchen: The ivy plant can help purify the air, as it’s one of the top reducers of indoor air pollutants such as formaldehyde, benzene, mold, and bacteria. Just be sure to keep this guy out of reach of cats and dogs and other four-legged friends, because English ivy is toxic to them.