We love the looks of head planters; they are both quirky and sculptural. With their popularity on the rise, you may be thinking about what plants for head planters work the best. This list covers 20 indoor plants that grow upright or trailing and would be well suited to grow in face pots.
If you have a plant growing in a 4-inch grow pot, it’s best to go up one pot size to a 6-inch pot. If you are planting in a pot with drainage holes, you want to be conservative with how much you are watering to help prevent root rot.
All the different plants listed have unique care needs, which we have included to help you choose which will grow best in your home.
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Upright Plants For Head Planters
Sansevieria Hahnii Green Jade / Green Jade Snake Plant

Sansevieria Hahnii Green Jade, is one of the Bird’s Nest Snake Plants. Its compact size makes this small plant perfect for adding a touch of greenery to small spaces or tabletops. The deep green, sword-shaped leaves grow in a rosette pattern. This is one of our favorite plants because it’s low-maintenance and resilient.
- Growth Rate: Slowly to moderately indoors
- Light Requirements: Bright light with a moderate exposure
- Watering Needs: Low
Sansevieria Gold Star / Goold Star Snake Plant
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- Growth Rate: Slowly to moderately indoor
- Light Requirements: Bright light with a moderate exposure
- Watering Needs: Low
Sansevieria Trifasciata
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Snake Plants make great indoor plants because they handle dry air better than most houseplants and don’t need much attention. They look modern and edgy and are a great choice for beginning gardeners. This Sansevieria is one of the larger plants on the list and can have a growth rate of up to 4 feet, making it suitable for larger head pots.
- Growth Rate: Slowly to moderately indoors
- Light Requirements: Bright light with moderate exposure, can tolerate low light
- Watering Needs: Low
We’ve done many posts & videos on Snake Plants. Check out our general Snake Plant Care Guide for more info.
Haworthiopsis attenuata / Zebra Plant
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<p>Haworthias tend to stay on the compact side, and they are one of the best plants to grow indoors because of their minimal needs. They have thick leaves with distinct white stripes that resemble zebra stripes, hence their name. This plant is a great option if you are new to growing succulents and looking for a plant with little needs.</p>
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- Growth Rate: Slowly to moderately indoors
- Light Requirements: Bright natural light, keep them out of hot, sunny windows
- Watering Needs: Low
Many of the succulents can be grown indoors. Here are 13 Problems You May Be Having Growing Succulents Indoors.
Gasteria spp
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<p>Gasteria plants have thick, fleshy leaves with intricate patterns or spots. Gasterias are one of the more popular choices of plants for beginning gardeners. They don’t need much to thrive in your home and are a great way to introduce yourself to growing succulents. These plants stay small, so they’re great for a small head pot.</p>
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