17 Beautiful Indoor Plants That Bloom All Year Round
Looking to brighten your home with more than just greenery? Flowering are the perfect way to bring color, fragrance, and life into your living space—without needing a garden. These charming houseplants don’t just survive indoors; they thrive and reward you with beautiful, often long-lasting blooms.
From tropical stunners to compact charmers, these 17 flowering houseplants are easy to care for and well-suited to life on a windowsill, desk, or plant stand. Whether you’re a seasoned indoor gardener or just getting started, these plants will help your home bloom all year round.
1) African Violet
African violets are one of the most popular indoor flowering plants, loved for their compact size, fuzzy leaves, and continuous blooms in shades of purple, pink, white, and blue. They thrive on bright, indirect light, making them ideal for windowsills or shelves.
They prefer consistent moisture but don’t like water on their leaves—bottom watering is best. African violets also bloom reliably when kept warm and fertilized lightly every few weeks.
Their ability to flower year-round indoors makes them a perfect choice for small spaces or desktop gardens.
| Popular Varieties | Light Requirements | Blooming Habit |
|---|---|---|
| ‘Optimara EverGrace’ | Bright, indirect | Year-round |
| ‘Mac’s Scorching Sun’ | Bright, indirect | Frequent cycles |
| ‘Lyon’s Lavender Magic’ | Filtered light | Off and on all year |
2) Peace Lily
Peace lilies bring both elegance and air purification to indoor spaces. Their dark green leaves and white, sail-like blooms are well-suited to low light conditions, making them one of the best flowering options for less sunny rooms.
They typically bloom in spring and may flower again later with proper care. Peace lilies prefer evenly moist soil and will droop slightly when they need water—a helpful cue for beginners.
They’re easy to care for and ideal for living rooms, bathrooms, or offices.
| Popular Varieties | Light Requirements | Blooming Habit |
|---|---|---|
| ‘Mauna Loa Supreme’ | Low to medium light | Spring and sporadic |
| ‘Sensation’ | Low light | Occasional blooms |
| ‘Petite’ | Low to bright light | Spring/summer |
3) Anthurium
Anthuriums are striking indoor plants with glossy, heart-shaped leaves and long-lasting waxy red, pink, or white “flowers” (technically spathes). They bloom year-round in the right conditions and are relatively easy to care for indoors.
They prefer bright, indirect light, and a warm, humid environment. Anthuriums do well in bathrooms or kitchens where humidity is naturally higher, or near a humidifier.
Minimal care, exotic blooms, and air-purifying qualities make them a standout for stylish interiors.
| Popular Varieties | Light Requirements | Blooming Habit |
|---|---|---|
| ‘Anthurium andraeanum’ | Bright, indirect | Year-round |
| ‘Jungle Bush’ | Bright, filtered | Intermittent |
| ‘White Heart’ | Bright, humid spot | Frequent |
4) Orchid
Orchids bring luxurious elegance to indoor spaces with their exotic blooms and arching flower spikes. Phalaenopsis (moth orchids) are the most common type grown indoors and can bloom for 2–3 months at a time, often multiple times per year.
They prefer bright, indirect light, warm temperatures, and high humidity. With the right care and watering rhythm (roughly every 7–10 days), orchids can rebloom year after year indoors.
Their long-lasting flowers make them a favorite for windowsills, tabletops, or bathrooms.
| Popular Varieties | Light Requirements | Blooming Habit |
|---|---|---|
| Phalaenopsis ‘Moth Orchid’ | Bright, indirect | 1–2 times a year |
| Dendrobium | Bright, filtered | Spring/Summer |
| Oncidium ‘Dancing Lady’ | Bright, humid | Seasonal to frequent |
5) Kalanchoe
Kalanchoes are compact, succulent houseplants that produce clusters of bright, cheerful blooms in red, orange, yellow, pink, and white. Their thick leaves store water, making them perfect for forgetful waterers or dry homes.
They prefer bright, direct or filtered light and need very little watering. Their blooms can last several weeks, and with proper deadheading and care, some varieties can rebloom indoors.
Kalanchoes are great on sunny windowsills or as colorful accents on indoor shelves.
| Popular Varieties | Light Requirements | Blooming Habit |
|---|---|---|
| Kalanchoe blossfeldiana | Bright, sunny spot | Winter to Spring |
| ‘Flaming Katy’ | Bright light | Seasonal, reblooming |
| ‘Calandiva’ | Bright indirect | Extended flowering |
6) Bromeliad
Bromeliads are tropical plants that add an exotic, architectural touch to indoor spaces. Their vibrant, long-lasting central flowers (bracts) come in red, orange, pink, or yellow and can last for several months indoors.
They thrive in bright, indirect light and prefer warm, humid conditions. Water should be poured into the central cup (rosette), not the soil, and allowed to drain. Bromeliads are low-maintenance and well-suited to living rooms, bathrooms, or bright kitchens.
Once they finish blooming, they often produce “pups” (offsets), which can grow into new plants.
| Popular Varieties | Light Requirements | Blooming Habit |
|---|---|---|
| Guzmania | Bright, indirect | Long-lasting bloom |
| Aechmea fasciata (Urn Plant) | Filtered sunlight | Blooms once, lasts months |
| Neoregelia | Bright light | Colorful foliage + bloom |
7) Christmas Cactus
Christmas cactus is a popular winter-blooming indoor plant that produces vibrant tubular flowers in shades of red, pink, purple, or white—just in time for the holidays.
It prefers bright, indirect light and does best in a cool room with moderate humidity. Unlike cacti, it appreciates more regular watering (though still with good drainage) and benefits from short day lengths to initiate blooming.
Place it on a windowsill or plant shelf and enjoy its dependable, festive display.
| Popular Varieties | Light Requirements | Blooming Habit |
|---|---|---|
| Schlumbergera bridgesii | Bright, indirect | Winter (holiday season) |
| ‘Thor Carmen’ | Medium light | Late fall to winter |
| ‘Christmas Fantasy’ | Filtered sun | Winter |
8) Begonia
Many types of flowering begonias thrive indoors, especially wax begonias and rex hybrids that bring both color and foliage interest. Their blooms are delicate and vibrant, ranging from red and pink to white and orange.
They prefer bright, indirect light, moderate humidity, and well-drained soil. Begonias are ideal for windowsills, desk tops, and shelves where they can stay warm and well-lit.
They bloom off and on throughout the year indoors, especially when kept slightly root-bound.
| Popular Varieties | Light Requirements | Blooming Habit |
|---|---|---|
| Begonia semperflorens (Wax Begonia) | Bright, filtered | Ongoing indoors |
| Begonia ‘Dragon Wing’ | Indirect light | Spring to Fall |
| Begonia ‘Ambassador Mix’ | Bright, humid | Intermittent bloom |
9) Geranium
While often grown outdoors, geraniums (especially zonal types) adapt well to indoor containers and can bloom year-round with plenty of light. Their clusters of vivid blooms bring a traditional, cheerful look to sunny rooms.
They prefer direct sun, making them great for south-facing windows. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Regular deadheading and light feeding will encourage near-continuous blooming indoors.
| Popular Varieties | Light Requirements | Blooming Habit |
|---|---|---|
| Pelargonium x hortorum (Zonal) | Full sun indoors | Year-round in bright light |
| Ivy-leaved Geranium | Bright, indirect | Spring to Fall |
| Regal (Martha Washington) | Bright window | Spring and Summer |
10) Lipstick Plant
The lipstick plant is a fun, trailing indoor bloomer with glossy green leaves and tubular red or orange flowers that emerge from dark buds, resembling lipstick tubes. It thrives in hanging baskets or on high shelves.
It prefers bright, indirect light and steady warmth with moderate to high humidity. Once it settles into a routine and has enough light, it blooms profusely—often multiple times a year.
It’s a fantastic choice for adding playful color to indoor plant displays.
| Popular Varieties | Light Requirements | Blooming Habit |
|---|---|---|
| Aeschynanthus radicans | Bright, indirect | Intermittent year-round |
| ‘Mona Lisa’ | Bright filtered sun | Spring and Fall |
| ‘Rasta’ | Medium-bright | Sporadic throughout year |
11) Jasmine
Jasmine is a beautiful, highly fragrant indoor plant with clusters of small white or pink star-shaped flowers. Among the best for indoor growth is Arabian jasmine (Jasminum sambac), which blooms in cycles throughout the year when given enough light.
It prefers bright, direct to filtered sunlight, cool nighttime temperatures, and slightly moist soil. Place it near a sunny window or trellis it in a bright room to enjoy its romantic scent.
| Popular Varieties | Light Requirements | Blooming Habit |
|---|---|---|
| Jasminum sambac (Arabian) | Bright light | Multiple times/year |
| Jasminum polyanthum | Full sun to partial | Winter to Spring |
| Jasminum officinale (Common) | Bright, indirect | Spring and Summer |
12) Amaryllis
Amaryllis is a bold, bulb-based indoor bloomer that produces huge trumpet-shaped flowers in red, white, pink, or striped varieties. It is typically grown indoors in late fall and winter, offering brilliant color during the colder months.
Amaryllis prefers bright, indirect light and minimal watering until growth begins. After blooming, it can be rested and encouraged to bloom again the following year.
| Popular Varieties | Light Requirements | Blooming Habit |
|---|---|---|
| ‘Red Lion’ | Bright window | Winter |
| ‘Apple Blossom’ | Bright, indirect | Late Winter |
| ‘Minerva’ | Indirect to direct | Late Fall to Spring |
13) Oxalis (Purple Shamrock)
Oxalis is a small but striking houseplant known for its purple clover-like leaves and delicate white or pink flowers. It thrives in containers indoors, where its unique foliage and dainty blooms make it a standout.
It prefers bright, indirect light and goes through natural dormancy periods, often regrowing quickly. Great for windowsills, desks, or small plant displays.
| Popular Varieties | Light Requirements | Blooming Habit |
|---|---|---|
| Oxalis triangularis | Bright, filtered | Spring to Fall |
| Oxalis deppei (Iron Cross) | Bright indirect | Intermittent |
| Oxalis ‘Plum Crazy’ | Bright indoor light | Off and on year-round |
14) Clivia
Clivia is a sturdy indoor plant that produces striking orange, yellow, or peach trumpet-shaped flowers above dark green strap-like leaves. It thrives in dry indoor conditions and tolerates some neglect.
Clivia prefers bright, indirect light and blooms best when given a cool, dry rest period in winter. It’s long-lived and flowers reliably once mature.
| Popular Varieties | Light Requirements | Blooming Habit |
|---|---|---|
| Clivia miniata | Bright, indirect | Late Winter to Spring |
| Clivia ‘Belgian Hybrid’ | Bright window | Spring |
| Clivia ‘Golden Dragon’ | Filtered light | Spring |
15) Crown of Thorns
Crown of thorns is a spiky, succulent houseplant with tiny, long-lasting flowers surrounded by colorful bracts. It’s incredibly tough and blooms nearly year-round indoors with enough light.
This plant prefers bright, direct sun and dry soil. Minimal watering and neglect don’t stop it from putting on a cheerful, prolonged show of red, pink, or yellow blooms.
| Popular Varieties | Light Requirements | Blooming Habit |
|---|---|---|
| Euphorbia milii | Full sun indoors | Nearly year-round |
| ‘Short and Sweet’ | Bright window | Frequent |
| ‘Fireworks’ | Bright, direct | Intermittent year-round |
16) Streptocarpus (Cape Primrose)
Streptocarpus is a lesser-known but excellent flowering houseplant related to African violets. It features fuzzy leaves and trumpet-shaped blooms in purple, pink, white, or bicolors.
It thrives in bright, indirect light, blooms generously for months, and responds well to consistent, moderate watering. A great option for shelves, side tables, or windowsills with filtered sun.
| Popular Varieties | Light Requirements | Blooming Habit |
|---|---|---|
| Streptocarpus ‘Crystal Ice’ | Bright, indirect | Spring to Fall |
| Streptocarpus ‘Harlequin Lace’ | Filtered window light | Long bloom season |
| Streptocarpus ‘Polka Dot Purple’ | Bright, shaded spot | Reblooms frequently |
17) Hoya (Wax Plant)
Hoyas are vining or trailing houseplants with thick, waxy leaves and clusters of star-shaped, . They’re slow-growing but low-maintenance and rewarding with proper light.
They prefer bright, indirect light and dry out between waterings. Hoyas often bloom once mature and root-bound, producing scented blooms that last for weeks.
| Popular Varieties | Light Requirements | Blooming Habit |
|---|---|---|
| Hoya carnosa | Bright, filtered | Spring to Fall |
| Hoya ‘Krimson Queen’ | Bright indirect | Seasonal blooms |
| Hoya ‘Compacta’ (Hindu Rope) | Bright light | Late Spring |