Many plants that are commonly grown as houseplants thrive outdoors in warmer regions. When temperatures are consistently warm in the summer, these plants can benefit from being placed outdoors, whether it’s on the balcony or terrace. Most houseplants prefer a location sheltered from wind and drafts, without direct exposure to harsh sunlight. If you consider these factors, your houseplants can flourish in an outdoor setting. Here are 7 indoor plants that you can take outside during the summer:

1. Prickly Pear (Ficus Benjamina):

  • Grows wild on forest edges or in clearings.
  • Prefers a bright location and can tolerate direct sunlight.
  • Gradual acclimatization to the sun is essential to prevent leaf sunburn.
  • Thrives best at temperatures of 22 to 28 degrees Celsius.

2. Lucky Charm (Brachychiton rupestris):

  • Also known as the Australian bottle tree or Queensland bottle tree.
  • Features a bottle-shaped trunk serving as a water reservoir.
  • Requires an airy, bright, and sunny location.
  • Needs gradual exposure to sunlight before being placed outdoors.

3. Palm Tree (Yucca):

  • One of the most common houseplants.
  • Cousins like the flowering palm or garden yucca are popular in gardens.
  • Enjoys spending summers outdoors in full sun after a short adaptation period.

4. Ufo Plant (Pilea):

  • Thrives at temperatures of 15 to 18 degrees Celsius.
  • Prefers a very light or semi-shaded location.
  • Should be protected from direct sunlight and drafts.
  • Ideal location is a cool, non-sunny spot, such as an east or west-facing balcony.

5. Turmeric:

  • Known as a popular spice extracted from the root.
  • Leaves and flowers are decorative, making it an attractive houseplant.
  • Requires a warm, semi-shaded location with high humidity.
  • Should be brought indoors at night if temperatures drop below 12 degrees Celsius.

6. Canary Island Dragon Tree:

  • Native to the Canary Islands, where it grows as a large tree.
  • Decorative and easy-to-maintain houseplant.
  • Can be placed outside in summer, protected from wind and rain.
  • Tolerates colder night temperatures well.

7. Porcelain Flower (Hoya):

  • Popular flowering potted plant known for fleshy, fragrant flowers.
  • Thrives in a bright, warm location during summer.
  • Should avoid direct sunlight.
  • Prefers temperatures between 18 and 23 degrees Celsius, making a sunny terrace ideal.
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