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As the garden slows down outdoors, it’s time to bring that same sense of life and color inside. Houseplants are the perfect way to refresh your space for the colder months – adding warmth, texture, and joy to your home through Minnesota’s colder months and beyond.

For fall and winter, we’re welcoming unexpected hues of deep reds, golden greens, and rich mahoganies to complement the cozy glow of Halloween, fall and winter decor. These living accents don’t just look beautiful. They help boost humidity, purify the air, and keep us connected to nature all year long.

Here are 10 houseplants that bring warm color and rich texture to your home any season:

Norfolk Pine

Soft, feathery texture and a naturally festive silhouette make this plant a must for the winter holidays. Available in a range of sizes, from tabletop accents to statement trees, it’s the perfect living decoration.

Care

• Bright, indirect light
• Evenly moist soil
• Avoid letting it dry out completely

Philodendron ‘Red Sun’

Large, vibrant leaves in deep orange-red tones make this philodendron a showstopper. Its bold color pairs beautifully with fall arrangements and rich holiday palettes. The philodendron family is also loved for its easy care needs.

Care

• Medium to bright indirect light
• Moderate watering

Philodendron Micans

With velvety, heart-shaped leaves that shimmer with auburn and bronze undertones, this trailing plant adds soft movement and warmth to shelves or hanging baskets. It’s a perfect choice for home styling with houseplants.

Care

• Medium indirect light
• Consistent moisture
• Allow the top inch of soil to dry before watering

Aeonium ‘Garnet’

A dramatic succulent with rich burgundy-purple rosettes that deepen in cooler weather. Perfect for sunny spots and modern decor. Succulents are great for beginner plant parents and gifting.

Care

• Bright, direct light
• Well-draining soil
• Water sparingly

Fern ‘Mahogany’

With elegant, lace-like fronds, new growth unfurls in soft red tones before maturing to a rich green. A beautiful way to bring texture and subtle color indoors, especially for styling a fall look.

Care

• Indirect light
• Consistently moist soil
• Enjoys higher humidity

Ficus Shiverena ‘Moonshine’

A stunning ficus with speckled, warm-toned foliage and new leaves that glow golden-green. This houseplant grows into a bold tree shape over time that responds well to pruning and shaping.

Care

• Bright, indirect light
• Moderate watering

Peperomia ‘Rosso’

Compact and striking, this peperomia features unique deep green leaves with bold red undersides. This small houseplant is a perfect pop of color to style on desktops and shelves.

Care

• Medium light
• Light watering
• Let soil dry slightly between waterings

Indoor Herbs

Herbs like basil, oregano, rosemary, and thyme aren’t just culinary garden staples – they add fresh scent and life to any space. Perfect for holiday cooking, simmer pots, crafting, and gifting.

Care

• Bright light
• Regular watering
• Pinch back growth to encourage fullness

Lemon Cypress

Bright, citrus-scented foliage and a classic mini-tree shape make this plant a cheerful nod to the holiday season. Adding height and color to your houseplant display.

Care

• Bright light
• Regular watering
• Don’t let the soil dry out completely

Stromanthe Sanguinea

Boldly patterned leaves with red undersides create a striking, festive display. This tropical beauty adds a chic, modern touch to festive decor in any season.

Care

• Bright, indirect light
• High humidity
• Keep soil lightly moist

Bring Home the Warmth

Whether you’re styling a festive shelf or creating a living centerpiece, these houseplants make every corner feel inviting. They’re the perfect way to transition from fall’s golden glow into the cozy spirit of the holidays and beyond.

Stop by Sunnyside Gardens to explore our collection of houseplants and containers – curated to bring texture, color, and beauty to your home every season.