Light is the most important consideration in selecting indoor
plants. The amount of light avaialable to a
plant varies a great deal depending on the direction the window faces and the distance the
plant is from the window. A north window will provide bright indirect light to a
plant placed on the windowsill. However, a
plant placed six feet or more away from that same will be in minimally low light. Thus, the precise location relative to the light source is very important.
Temeperature is another consideration. Most indoor
plants are OK in temps as low as 55 to 60 degrees F. However, some are vulnerable to drafts of very cold air.