Beards & Daisies have partnered up with Celebrity Psychic & Astrological Advisor, Inbaal Honigman to match the perfect houseplant to your loved ones’ zodiac star sign. This is a handy guide for garden centres and other retail outlets looking to optimise plant and flower sales during the spring seasons and for birthdays.
Aquarius: generous to others, but asks for little in return – Boston Fern (Nephrolepis Exaltata, pictured top)
With its lush, feathery fronds, the Boston Fern brings softness and a touch of elegance to indoor spaces. It thrives in high humidity and indirect light, making it an excellent choice for bathrooms or kitchens. As a bonus, it’s a great air purifier, removing toxins from the air.
Pisces: romantic and whimsical – String of Hearts (Ceropegia Woodii, middle left)
The String of Hearts is a dainty, trailing plant with heart-shaped leaves, ideal for hanging baskets or trailing over shelves. Its hanging vines add charm to any space, and it’s relatively low-maintenance, thriving in bright, indirect light and needing only occasional watering.
Aries: a passionate sign that thrives on a little drama – Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia Nicolai, top left)
With bold, banana-like leaves and the potential to bloom bird-like flowers, the Bird of Paradise brings a piece of the tropics indoors. Its large foliage is perfect for creating a focal point in spacious rooms. While it requires bright, indirect light to thrive, it’s a showstopper at home once it reaches maturity.
Taurus: talented cooks who value care and loyalty, responding with grace – Fiddle Leaf Fig (Ficus Lyrata, second right from bottom)
Known for its broad, dark green leaves, the Fiddle Leaf Fig has become a design icon. Its tall, sculptural form and lush foliage make it a standout in modern interiors. Although it requires a bit more attention in terms of light and humidity, its striking appearance is worth the effort.
Gemini: a social butterfly who loves a touch of nature at home – Snake Plant (Sansevieria laurentii, second right from top)
A popular choice for its hardiness and air-purifying abilities, the Snake Plant is known for its tall, sword-like leaves that stand upright and add vertical interest. It’s almost impossible to kill, flourishing with minimal care, making it perfect for those with a busy lifestyle or limited light in their home.
Cancer: a spiritual sign, who loves a busy home full of love – Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura, top right)
Known for its beautifully patterned leaves that fold up at night like hands in prayer, the Prayer Plant is both calming and eye-catching. It thrives in low to medium light and adds a touch of movement and interest to any room. Its red veins make it a unique addition to plant collections.
Leo: sunny and gorgeous – Cowboy Cactus (Opuntia Rubescens Consolea, third left from top)
The Cowboy Cactus offers a desert vibe to interiors. Despite its cactus-like appearance, it’s actually a type of Euphorbia. This resilient plant loves sunlight and requires very little water, making it perfect for plant lovers who want something low-maintenance yet unique and fun.
Virgo: fuss-free and tolerant – Kentia Palm (Howea forsteriana, bottom left)
If you’re seeking a statement piece, the Kentia Palm is the perfect choice. With its arching fronds and tall, slender trunk, this tropical plant adds a touch of elegance to any room. It is hardy, tolerating low light and minimal watering, making it an easy-care option for busy households.
Libra: elegant and easygoing – Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum wallisi, third right from top)
The Peace Lily is a staple in air-purifying plants, known for its elegant white blooms that appear to float above its glossy green leaves. It’s perfect for low-light spaces, and its ability to remove toxins from the air makes it both beautiful and functional. A low-maintenance plant, it also thrives in shady spots, making it ideal for homes and offices.
Scorpio: intense, magnetic and mysterious – ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia, second left from bottom)
The ZZ plant looks difficult to care for, however, it is the opposite. Ideal for those who appreciate resilient plants that thrive in tough conditions. Its glossy, dark green leaves add a touch of mystery and elegance, symbolising growth, endurance, and adaptability, perfect for individuals who value persistence and beauty. It can easily recognise toxins and remove them from the air too.
Sagittarius: an adventurous sign that loves jungle aesthetics – Swiss Cheese Plant (Monstera Deliciosa, middle right)
The Swiss Cheese Plant is instantly recognisable by its large, split leaves that give it an exotic appearance. This climbing plant is perfect for adding a touch of the jungle to your interior and grows well in bright, indirect light. Its distinctive look has made it a favourite among interior designers.
Capricorn: great with money, and always looks on-point – Money Tree (Pachira Aquatica, second left)
Often associated with good fortune and wealth, the Money Tree has braided trunks and bright green leaves that give it a beautiful appearance. This plant thrives in bright, indirect light and brings a sense of positivity and growth to any space, making it a popular gift choice., b
Inbaal states that “Bringing a bit of nature into the home benefits different star signs in different ways. Fire signs, such as Aries, Leo and Sagittarius, have an outdoorsy streak to them, so they’re either outside or by a window, therefore they feel right at home in creating a little jungle in the living room. Earth signs like Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn love the stability and predictability of being surrounded by sturdy plants. Air signs such as Gemini, Libra and Aquarius feel more in balance when they’re near nature. Flowers and plants give them the feeling of having more space to think their thoughts. And water signs like Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces are maternal and love nurturing and taking care of a plant.”
