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Costa Farm’s White Bird of Paradise, a medium tropical plant that deserves a well-lit home and regular watering, was my first delivered plant. Keep in mind, I have a black thumb, so I opted for plants that are easy to care for and offer quite the payoff in terms of growth and Pinterest-worthiness. The Bird of Paradise came in pristine condition. The roots were happy, the soil was slightly moist, and the leaves were free from dust and debris. It came with a support stick, which tells me it’s all set to grow even more.
To buy: amazon.com, $56
After being so impressed by Costa Farm’s selection, delivery, and overall product quality and health, I had my fingers crossed that the Fiddle Leaf Fig I ordered from American Plant Exchange would hold up to my new standard. Luckily, it did.
To buy: amazon.com, $23
Both plants came in grower pots with rich, dark, slightly damp soil and were wrapped in plastic before boxed upright. While I was incredibly nervous about the idea of shoving a new beloved member of my household into a box for delivery to my home, it all turned out beautifully and is a convenience I recommend to anyone looking to get some more green in their home while quarantining.
Costa Farms Peace Lily
To buy: amazon.com, $30
American Plant Exchange Areca Palm
To buy: amazon.com, $20
Costa Farms Snake Plant
To buy: amazon.com, $24
American Plant Exchange Ponytail Palm
Kendall Cornish is an e-commerce editor at Travel + Leisure. She’s never lived anywhere longer than three years, but currently resides in Brooklyn with her cat and beloved Dyson vacuum. You can follow her on Instagram at @kendall.cornish.
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