Halloween is only a few months away, and if you want to go all out for this scary holiday, it might be time to start planning your decorations. This year, you might want to consider a more unique, natural take on the usual pumpkin-themed décor. When your home is in need of a more gothic feel for the upcoming Halloween season, plants with dark foliage can bring a dark, creepy, and nightmarish vibe to any room in your home. Their black or almost black foliage contrasts beautifully with white curtains, blood red trim, or pumpkin orange furniture.
Induce an eerie mood by adding jet black foliage and flowers to your collection of houseplants, which you can grow year-round or transplant into your garden in the spring. Most species in this series grow well both indoors and outdoors, depending on the USDA growing area you live in. However, you should know that taking care of an indoor/outdoor plant is more than just moving its container from one place to another. According to Pennington, the process can be difficult for houseplants that require special care and stringent requirements. care. Before buying, be sure to check the growth of any plants so that you are not haunted by the ghosts of plants passing by.
The black magic plant (Colocasia esculenta) is known for its large purple-black leaves that look like elephant ears. According to the Missouri Botanical Garden, this plant’s leaves look best in full sun. If you can find a south-facing window that lets in as much sunlight as possible in the fall, it can welcome autumn in a gothic style.
Crow ZZ Plants (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) is a houseplant cultivar known for its ability to grow in harsh environments. This colorful plant has dark leaves and stems that become darker with age. The University of Florida warns that you should grow this unique species in low-light areas of your home and be careful not to over-water.
Black sweet potato vine (Ipomea batatas ‘Solar Power Black’) is a bushy creeping plant that grows well indoors or outdoors. According to the RHS, this species requires frequent pruning to maintain a compact form when suitable growing conditions are present.
Chinese yushu (Sinocrassula yunnanensis) is a rare succulent known for its creepy appearance, according to Mountain Crest Gardens. This predominantly black plant has many pointed leaves that darken when exposed to bright sunlight. For the best color, you should place it near a south-facing window.
Black velvet plants (Alocasia reginula) are not all black, but their velvety leaves and whimsical colors make a delightful Halloween welcome. As shown in Petal Republic, these leaves are usually dark grey-green with silvery veins and knife-like tips. This gorgeous plant loves bright, indirect light and high humidity.
Coleus scutellarioides varieties ‘Black Prince’ and ‘Rosewood’ have black leaves that are described as soft and serrated. Among other brighter houseplants, this variety of coleus creates a nice contrast. Most coleus varieties can be found at your local garden center, according to the Missouri Botanical Garden.
The rubber plant (Ficus elastica) varieties ‘Black Prince’ and ‘Burgundy’ are grown for their cryptic foliage and limited care requirements. The leaves of both varieties are dark, almost black, perfect for Halloween. The Clemson Cooperative Extension recommends that this rubbery plant, which grows in a variety of environments, be kept out of the reach of children and pets due to its poisonous sap.
Black pepper (Peperomia caperata ‘Burgundy Ripple’) is an evergreen herbaceous native cover plant native to Brazil. In most US states, this tropical species grows indoors where it doesn’t get too cold. According to the North Carolina Department of Development, the burgundy wavy variety has deep red-green leaves that appear black.
Hens and chicks (Sempervivum ‘Black’) are known for growing and breeding outdoors, even in cooler states. The hens and chicks you will usually find are bright green with some red, however “black” breeds are described as being green in the center with black tips. Walters Garden notes that this hardy succulent can be grown just about anywhere, even in poor soil.
Aeonium arboreum “Zwartkop” is another succulent that will turn black with proper care. According to San Marcos Growers, this plant is great for fall when it gets darkest early in the fall. Remember to provide this stonecrop with some water and sunlight.
The Persian lily (Fritillaria persica) is a relatively tall plant with reddish-black bell-shaped flowers. As High Country Gardens explains, this perennial flower is suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation and can be grown almost anywhere in the US. This is the perfect black plant to store in a container that you can move in and out at will.
Wafer plants (Hemigraphis ‘Exotica’) are best grown indoors so that their leaves are not damaged by intense direct sunlight. As described by the Missouri Botanical Garden, this cultivar’s foliage is characterized by glossy burgundy-black foliage with green undersides. They look best in hanging baskets and can energize any corner of your home.
Black pansies (Viola × wittrockiana) look almost like a freak of nature. Their petals are black and soft and look fake. You must see them with your own eyes. If you’re looking for a flower that will bring terrifying energy into your home, choose this variety of pansy, described by Outside Pride as eye-catching.
According to North Creek Nursery, the ‘Black Truffle’ cardinal flower (Lobelia cardinalis ‘Black Truffle’) produces bright red flowers in summer, but its leaves are glossy and black. This red and black combination is reminiscent of a vampire as we approach autumn. If you plan to keep this flower outdoors during the summer, keep in mind that it will attract pollinators such as hummingbirds.
Black mondo grass (Ophiopogon planiscapus ‘Kokuryu’) looks like spider plants if the leaves are completely black. As Plant Delights notes, this dwarf plant is often used as an outdoor groundcover, but it also looks great indoors in a container or hanging basket. Fortunately, there are no reports of toxic components from this plant, so it should be kept on hand if you have pets or small children.
Post time: Aug-26-2022