Indoor plants add color and warmth to the home. Many houseplants     1    (be)easy to grow, but they must be given appropriate care.

The very first thing to consider when     2    (select)a houseplant is where you want to put it. Then match the space and lighting with the plant’s requirements. Do you have a big spot by a     3    (sun)window or a small space with little light? Next ask     4    (you)whether you are looking for a plant with beautiful green leaves     5     a flowering plant. Some flowering houseplants are seasonal while others will bloom year after year.

Watering properly is one of     6     most important parts of indoor plant care. Room temperature and tap water should be fine for most indoor plants, but remember not     7    (water)too much at a time, otherwise they will     8    (certain)get drowned.

Some plants grow well in warm, humid environments, while others prefer hot, dry climates. Of course, your home can’t be everything to every plant, but if you can take plant’s needs into     9    (consider), you can make sure that your plants are living     10     their ideal environment.