Whether you can never remember to water your plants or you have a tendency to smother them with love, Tara Heibel from Sprout Home has the house plant you need to get your (indoor) garden growing. A recurring request that we hear at Sprout Home is: "Can you give me a plant that I can't kill?" While it is possible to kill any plant, as each is a living thing, there are some that can be a little harder to kill than others. Each person has a slightly different definition of "no-kill," but some plants can deal with more havoc than others, whether an overdose of love (that is, water) or almost complete neglect. Here are some of my favorite plants that might just fit the "no-kill" bill: First off is Sansevieria, which is commonly known as mother-in-law's-tongue -- or better yet, devil's tongue. Yes, this plant is truly as tough as it sounds. It's great for a lower light environment and where neglect is prevalent. The thick succulent-like leaves store water in order to survive in dry regions, and that makes these plants perfect for those who go out of town frequently or forget that they own plants -- the devil's tongue can handle dry soil for quite some time.

In fact, it's more dangerous to over-water them, as they can get root rot and die from too much love. Sansevieria is also great for tight spaces where you need vertical rather than horizontal growth. Even with all the neglect, these tough guys continually give back. Not only are they visually appealing, but they are great air purifiers, releasing oxygen at night. If you are that person who is blinded by the amount of sun you have, I would suggest a Euphorbia tirucalli, or pencil cactus. This awkward beast is normally found in environments not suited for anything else -- they can survive almost any amount of abandonment. Sculptural in form, the pencil cactus can be pruned to the will of its caretaker, but be careful, as its milky latex can irritate your skin and eyes. Its seething visual reproach is not a typical beauty, but I am more than happy for that -- the pencil cactus always makes me smile. Do you have a container that has no drainage -- one where you continually drown every plant you put in it?

I know, you worry about them and pay a little too much attention to them and think that more is better? For those of you that are heavy-handed with the watering can, you should check out the mighty-yet-delicate-looking Cyperus. These mostly aquatic plants like the wet feet you want to give them. Cyperus is a very large genus of plants, so you'll be able to find the right one for your lighting and container type. The most ornamental Cyperus are the umbrella papyrus and dwarf umbrella. Without too much fear of permanent damage, you can water them to the point where you see liquid pool on the top of the soil, or you can let them dry out a little bit. If you take the dry-time to extremes and the fronds turn brown and crispy, simply cut off the dried parts and let the plant send out new shoots from the soil. I have had the same Cyperus in the same container for five years now, and every time after I have (of course not purposely) neglected it, I am surprised by how well it bounces back. Or perhaps you do not want to deal with the dirt and the grime of soil.

You want to reap the benefits of living flora but are a little bit of clean freak. Sphynx Cat Miami FloridaTillandsia, or airplants, are your ideal plant counterpart. Akc Lab Puppies For Sale In PhoenixThey require no soil, as they take in nutrients or water through their bodies, not their roots. Puppies For Sale Moscow IdahoThey'll be no messing with dirty potting stations or soil all over your floors if you need to re-pot. There is some care needed, however, to mimic the humidity of their native habitat. In Chicago, for example, we soak them in water for a half hour every seven to ten days and let them dry out for a couple of hours afterwards. If your plants need to be watered between soaks, you can mist them lightly with a spray bottle.

Try using them with containers that normally would not provide adequate depth for planting. Use a bed of dried moss for texture, or place them out in the open with no bells and whistles. Perhaps you want bigger leaves in order to give your home that tropical paradise you crave yet the thought of something that lush and large seems overwhelming. You want a maintenance schedule to help guide you, something to put into the calendar on you phone. Meet the Monstera deliciosa, commonly known as the split-leaf philodendron. A monster indeed, its huge leaves can stop you in your tracks. These guys are easy to take care of and also a great bang for your buck. Their soil can handle going slightly dry to the touch, and if the plant goes through stress for any reason, its leaves will normally tell you by changing color and texture prior before they drop, which will help you prevent an ugly naked period. Don't be scared, grab a Mai Tai, and relax. Which house plants have you had the best luck with?

Share with us in the comments below, or Instagram a photo of your favorite plant and tag it with #f52home! How to Make a Terrarium (And Keep It Alive) Setting Up Your Own Container Garden for Small Spaces How to Grow An Indoor Kitchen Garden DIY a Gorgeous Spring Flower Arrangement The History of Rooftop Gardens Food52 is a community for people who love food and cooking. -- and check out their kitchen and home shop, here. under Design, green gadgets, Green Interiors, Green Products, Innovation Meta Material showed people at this year’s Milan Design Week that just because you want to breathe clean air does not mean you have to use a clunky and industrial-looking contraption to do the job. The Italian company’s recycled corrugated cardboard kits can be shaped into many forms – from a cute cactus to a minimalist cube – and act as both anti-bacterial air filters and room decor. Meta Material wants to make one thing clear though – while their filters are fashionable, they’re more interested in their functionality.

Many offices and buildings are germ magnets because of outdated air conditioning and heating systems. Meta Materials’ filters are designed to scrub the air even more while providing respiratory relief with almost no noise. Just to show that an ecological and pretty gadget can do more than look good, the company provides users with a bevy of charts that demonstrate the difference one of their air filters, made out of recycled cardboard–yes, cardboard–can make in one’s environment. The company claims a variety of natural substances filter bacteria and other contaminants at a higher rate than conventional industrial air filters on the market. And if you are mobile and want to make sure the air around you is free of bacteria and viruses, the air filters come with a USB connection that you can plug into your laptop. For now the filters start at about $26 for the simple cube design to $52 for larger sizes. If your heart is set on the cactus or a customized shape, Metal Material can quote you a price.