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Three houseplants that will forgive your dark apartment (and your forgetfulness).

If every plant you've owned has died, meet the trio that refuses to: ZZ plant, snake plant and pothos. All three handle low light and actually prefer being ignored a little.

🌿 ZZ plant – Put it in a corner far from the window, even a hallway or bathroom with no direct sun. Water only when the soil is fully dry, roughly every two to three weeks. Its thick stems store water, so the fastest way to kill it is overwatering.

🌿 Snake plant – Happy on a shelf, next to a north-facing window or across the room from any light source. Let the soil dry out completely, then water lightly, about every three weeks. Less in winter.

🌿 Pothos – Drape it over a bookcase or hang it near a window that gets indirect light. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, roughly once a week. Droopy leaves mean it's thirsty; it bounces back fast.

One rule for all three: when in doubt, don't water. Save this for your next plant shop trip.

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