1Lucky Bamboo
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Despite its name, this good-luck plant isn’t true bamboo. It’s a type of dracaena that has the lower foliage stripped off to resemble bamboo. It’s incredibly easy to grow and care for, making it ideal for plant parents of all experience levels. Lucky bamboo does best in medium-to-bright indirect light but will tolerate low light. If yours is growing in a container of water, change the water weekly—if planted in soil, keep it slightly moist.
2Orchids
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Beloved for their durable nature and eye-catching blooms, orchids have a glamorous air about them—and a reputation for symbolizing fertility and abundance. Though they may look high-maintenance, orchids are relatively easy to care for; place them in a spot that gets at least six hours of indirect light daily and “water” them by placing three ice cubes on the soil once a week.
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3Oxalis
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Oxalis, or lucky shamrock plant, is associated with St. Patrick’s Day and is said to bring good luck to the home. With three-lobed green or burgundy foliage and delicate flowers that bloom for weeks, these seasonal favorites are long-lived and low maintenance. Give this good-luck plant bright, indirect light and allow it to dry out slightly between waterings.
4Bromeliad
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Vibrant, funky, and known to bring good fortune, bromeliad plants are the answer to any plant lover looking to add a little color to their collection. A close cousin to the pineapple, these bright tropicals come in a variety of beautiful shades (think bright pink, zesty yellow, or fiery red). Place the plant somewhere with plenty of light and water it every one to two weeks in warmer months, reducing your cadence to every two to three weeks in colder months.
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5Pilea
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The glossy, coin-shaped leaves of a pilea plant (aka Chinese money plant) are purported to bring wealth and luck. It’s also super easy to propagate and share with loved ones, which lends a sense of prosperity to the giver. Give it bright, indirect light, and water when the soil feels mostly dry.
6Snake Plant
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Though it may be known by rather unpleasant names (it also goes by mother-in-law’s tongue), snake plants make a beautiful addition to any home, thanks to their graphic variegated leaves and vibrant green hue. These good-luck plants are known to invite fortune, good health, and creativity into the home and are incredibly easy to care for, thriving in a variety of light settings and only requiring watering every two to three weeks.
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7Money Tree
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Also called Pachira aquatica, the money tree is said to bring its owner wealth and is often given to new businesses to wish them good fortune. Some even consider money trees to be the luckiest houseplants of all. This sturdy plant prefers medium to bright indirect light, but will tolerate low light levels just fine too. Rotate the pot once a week so that the branches will grow evenly, and water when the top inch or two of soil feels dry.
8Peace Lily
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It’s no surprise that this elegant plant is purported to bring harmony to your home. Peace lilies have glossy green leaves and pretty spoon-shaped flowers. Give this good-luck plant bright, indirect light, and keep the soil lightly moist. Pet parents: It’s best to avoid this variety, since it’s especially toxic to cats.
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9Chrysanthemum
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A symbol of longevity and good luck, chrysanthemums are a beautiful plant to enjoy indoors and out. Also called mums, these flowers are perennial if you plant them in the spring in your garden and can be enjoyed as gifts any time of year (they’ll bloom indoors for several weeks). Just water them when the soil feels slightly dry on top.
10Jade Plant
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Jade plants are said to bring wealth and longevity and can live for decades with the proper care. Resembling tiny trees with plump, glossy leaves, they prefer bright, indirect light over direct rays, which can scorch their delicate leaves. Because they’re succulents, you should only water this good-luck plant when the top inch or two of soil feels dry—overwatering will cause them to turn to mush.
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11Peony
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The gorgeous peony is a symbol of wealth and rank. This stunning perennial can live for decades when planted in the proper USDA growing zone. Choose a spot that receives direct sunlight for six or more hours a day and water the plant weekly to get it established; after that, peonies are drought tolerant.
12Citrus Tree
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A symbol of prosperity since ancient times, citrus trees—Meyer lemon, kumquat, take your pick—make a wonderful indoor or patio plant. Give these trees direct sun for six or more hours per day, or use a grow light—without ample light, they’re unlikely to produce fruit. Water when the soil feels slightly dry on top.
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13Lavender
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Lavender flowers are said to bring serenity, and studies show that they actually live up to the hype, thanks to powerful phytochemicals that can be mood boosters for both people and pets. Lavender can be fussy to grow indoors, but it’s a cinch to grow outdoors. Just give it full sun and make sure it’s in a well-draining spot (or a container, if you have clay soil). Water only when very dry.
14Hoya Heart
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With a single, heart-shaped leaf, this adorable good-luck plant is a wonderful gift to show affection or care—in fact, hoya is known to represent true love and harmony. Give it bright, indirect light, and water when the top of the soil feels dry to the touch, usually every week or two.
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15Rosemary
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The scent of a rosemary plant can calm the body and energize the mind, and it was once thought to bring good luck to travelers. This culinary herb is a tender perennial, which means it can be planted in the garden in warm climates. Give it full sun, and water it only sparingly; this native Mediterranean plant prefers to be on the dry side. Indoors, it needs a sunny windowsill with direct sunlight or a grow light.
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