Atlantic Hyundai Blog | Going Green with Atlantic's Long Island Guide for Houseplant Parents on National Houseplant Day

From EVs and Hybrids to Solar and Renewable energy and fuel, there’s so many ways we can all do our part for the environment. Going green is all the rage, and we are so excited about it! And it’s a good thing that today is National Houseplant Day, because that gives us one more reason to celebrate green living!

Houseplants are not only good for your personal environment, but they’re a great gateway to learning how to garden. Check out our picks for great local greenhouses and plant shops to support, and even some fun tips for growing plants in your car. You can even check out some of the audio books we’ve selected on gardening to keep your green thumb more verdant than ever! We think you’ll find that potted houseplants are a great source of inspiration for better living, and that’s just one of their amazing traits.

Great Local Plant Shops in Long Island

According to scientific research, including studies done by NASA, house plants can help reduce toxins and improve air quality! That’s right they’re not only beautiful but they’re useful as well. Grab some for your home, office, and even your car to freshen up that stale air. We’ve got a list of options you can look for at your local shops below:

Air Purifying Houseplants

Barberton Daisies
English Ivy
Snake Plants
Aloe Vera
Broad Lady Palm
Red Edged Dracaena
Weeping Fig
Chinese Evergreen
Pothos aka Devils Ivy
Rubber Plants
Flamingo Lillies
Kimberly Queen Ferns
Peace Lillies
Philodendron
Calathea
ZZ Plants

The Surprising Indoor Spot That’s Perfect for Houseplants

Adding plants to your home, office, or even your garage can really perk up the environment. But that’s not the only indoor environment in which plants can thrive! Did you know that you can even keep plants in your car if the conditions are right? Yes that’s right! There’s a few easy tips to follow to ensure that your little greenery pal stays safe and sound. Check them out:

Place your plant in a stable spot in your vehicle. The cupholder is a great option so you don't spill dirt inside your nice new car.
Place a thermometer in your car to monitor the temperature and decide when you should take your plant indoors for some TLC.
Choose a sturdy breed of plant: Pothos, snake plants, lucky bamboo, hearty succulents like echeveria.
Choose plants which love a warm, sunny environment to ensure that you make use of those sunny parking spaces.
Help keep the temperature regulated on hot or humid days by keeping your car window cracked. Not only will this be more comfortable for you to drive in later, but it’ll keep your plants from overheating and drying out.
Water your plants at the end of the day when you get home from work using your leftover water bottle from that day.