Chinese New Year is a season filled with celebrations, family visits and preparations. For many busy individuals and working professionals, maintaining plants may feel overwhelming. The good news is that you don’t need high-maintenance plants to welcome good fortune.
Here are the best low-maintenance Chinese New Year plants that symbolise luck and prosperity — without demanding constant attention.
ZZ Plant
The ZZ Plant is one of the toughest indoor plants available. It tolerates low light, irregular watering and air-conditioned environments.
Why it’s perfect for CNY:
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Symbolises resilience and long-term luck
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Looks polished and modern
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Ideal for homes and offices
Sansevieria
Often called the “set-and-forget” plant, Sansevieria requires minimal watering and survives well indoors.
Symbolism:
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Protection from negative energy
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Strength and stability
Pachira Money Tree
Despite its grand symbolism, the Money Tree is surprisingly easy to care for.
Basic care:
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Water once a week
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Bright, indirect light
It’s a popular choice for those who want both meaning and convenience.
Dracaena
Dracaena thrives with minimal effort and adds height to any space.
Why people love it:
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Easy maintenance
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Enhances positive energy
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Suitable for modern interiors
Terrariums
Terrariums are self-sustaining ecosystems that require very little watering.
For busy lifestyles, terrariums offer:
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Minimal maintenance
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A calm, decorative presence
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Symbolic balance and harmony
Low-maintenance plants prove that welcoming prosperity doesn’t have to be stressful — even during the busiest time of the year.
