Best indoor trees: 9 leafy options for a greener home

The best indoor trees can lift an interior from bland to bold in one easy step. They create more impact than smaller houseplants, anchoring the room and providing a stylish talking point. 

Trees comes in many different sizes and have varying growth rates, so before making a choice, do some research to ensure that you buy one that’s best suited to your apartment or house. Depending on where you want to place the tree, assess the light levels. Some trees can thrive in darker spaces, while others depend on eight hours of sunshine to do well. 

Temperature is another factor, especially when it comes to growing tropical trees. Always ensure that you have sufficient room to accommodate the tree’s ultimate height (the plant label will give this information). If space is very limited, play safe and opt for a dwarf variety. 

Although some trees may need more care, this interaction can be good for our health. According to houseplant expert David Domoney, author of My Houseplant Changed My Life: 'We all know the feeling of needing to disconnect and spend some time away from the screen. Caring for living plants provides that escape and washes away the pressures of the constantly connected world by replacing it with plants that don’t make constant demands of us.' 

With a little know-how, it's easy to find the best indoor trees to suit your space and style requirements. Our recommendations have options for rooms big and small.

By Fiona Cumberpatch