Jungalow, but keep it clean

The big plant trends of the moment are also the messiest. Here's expert help on greening up well

- Tanisha Saxena

On Instagram it's called Jungalow, a tag for sunlit, spotless homes that are overrun with plants. Lush monstera leaves in one corner; ficus so shiny, light bounces off it; hanging planters showing off philodendrons; palms thriving in white cane baskets; trellises covered in lush money plants; succulents in clear glass bowls. No mud, no puddles, no insects. Did AI generate this hashtag? Because plant-filled homes are difficult to keep clean. Water drips from hanging pots, large leaves gather dust, soil has a way of turning up in the oddest places, damp corners attract pests. Swati Gupta, founder and principal designer at Bluedot Design, and horticulturist, Chelliah Sellamuthu, former assistant director for horticulture at New Delhi Municipal Council, offer tips on home gardening without the mud, sweat, and tears.

Pick low-maintenance greens.