15 Indoor Trailing Plants Perfect for Hanging Planters

With flowing vines and sweet-smelling white flowers, jasmine (Jasminum polyanthum) is a beautiful addition to any indoor hanging planter. It thrives with humidity, consistent watering, temperature control, and regular fertilization. Give it the right care, and you’ll be rewarded with lovely, delicate blooms starting in late January, perfect for brightening up winter spaces.

Named for the peculiar fish-shaped blooms it produces, the goldfish plant (Columnea gloriosa) makes a playful statement in hanging planters. With a reputation for being a bit finicky, this tropical beauty does best with consistent humidity, bright indirect light for about 13 hours a day, and attentive watering and fertilization. The right care will result in a cascade of vibrant, show-stopping flowers—a fun way to liven up a kitchen window or cozy nook.

Cascading vines with triangular leaves and bold red flowers that resemble a tube of lipstick are signature features of the lipstick plant (Aeschynanthus radicans). While it does have a few specific needs—like bright, indirect light, well-draining soil, and steady warmth—this is one of the hardier tropical houseplants and is surprisingly easy to grow indoors.

Hoyas (Hoya carnosa) are popular houseplants with a wide range of strains, colors, and leaf shapes. Known for their waxy foliage and clusters of delicate, star-shaped flowers, they’re low-maintenance and well-suited for busy plant owners. Hoyas can tolerate infrequent watering and low to medium light, but they’ll reward you with more blooms when given bright, indirect light. A hanging planter near a sunny window makes a great home for a hoya, allowing its vines to spill beautifully over the edge.

A cousin of the hoya, rosary vine—also known as string of hearts (Ceropegia woodii)—produces long, slim vines of heart-shaped leaves with striking purple undersides. This trailing plant is resilient and requires minimal maintenance. In fact, it’s perfectly content with a laid-back care routine. Rosary vine thrives in medium light but can also adapt to brighter areas of your home. Just be sure to let the soil dry out completely between waterings.

With cascading vines of tiny, round leaves with white veins, the string of turtles (Peperomia prostrata) adds beautiful texture wherever it’s placed. This plant prefers consistently moist soil, but be careful—overwatering is the most common issue. Still, it’s relatively easy to grow in hanging planters and makes a stunning addition to a kitchen shelf, office corner, or cozy reading spot.

Thin strands of small, pea-like leaves give the string of pearls (Senecio rowleyanus) its whimsical charm. Like most succulents, it favors bright, natural light, well-draining soil, and infrequent watering. This unique plant adds a touch of playfulness to modern interiors and looks especially striking in a hanging planter near a sunny window.

English ivy (Hedera helix) is a timeless favorite for hanging planters, known for its graceful, trailing tendrils and classic charm. It does best in low light with regular watering and occasional pruning to keep its growth in check. While its vines spill beautifully over the sides of a planter, they’ll also climb if given the proper support. It’s a versatile option for shelves, walls, or decorative trellises.

Notoriously easy to keep alive, pothos (Epipremnum aureum) is one of the most beginner-friendly trailing plants you can grow. It adapts easily to indoor spaces and grows well in anything from low to bright indirect light—just steer clear of direct sun. With its tolerance for dry soil and infrequent watering, this hardy vine is ideal for anyone seeking low-maintenance greenery that still makes an eye-catching statement.

Round, shiny leaves that resemble coins trail along the slender vines of the string of nickels (Dischidia nummularia) succulent. Though it needs evenly moist soil and benefits from annual repotting, this low-light-loving plant is an excellent choice for indoor spaces where its unique shape can add interest and dimension.

Available in shades of pink, green, and white, calico kitten plants (Crassula pellucida ‘Variegata’) bring a soft pop of color to any space. While their stems may not trail as dramatically as some other plant varieties, they do eventually spill over the sides of hanging planters. Like most succulents, they grow best in bright sunlight with minimal watering. Their playful mix of colors adds a cheerful touch to shelves, windowsills, or hanging displays.

A classic houseplant, the Boston fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) is known for its arching fronds and lush texture. While it’s not particularly difficult to care for, it does appreciate a bit of routine. Daily moisture checks, indirect light, consistent humidity, and cooler temperatures go a long way in helping this plant thrive indoors.

Though the maidenhair fern (Adiantum) has a reputation for being finicky, the results are worth the extra effort. With the right balance of indirect light, consistent temperatures, humidity, and evenly moist soil, this plant will reward you with soft, flowing fronds that add an elegant touch to your home. Its delicate texture makes it a beautiful choice for plant lovers who don’t mind a little extra attention.

Trailing stems with plump, blueish-green leaves are the defining look of the burro’s tail (Sedum morganianum). This drought-tolerant succulent does best in bright, indirect sunlight and soil that drains quickly. With minimal upkeep and a distinctive presence, it’s a great choice for hanging planters where its foliage is on full display.

Quirky, circular leaves that splay outward give the Chinese money plant (Pilea peperomioides) its unmistakable charm. Though it won’t cascade in long vines, its playful foliage tends to peek over the sides of the planter it’s placed in, adding personality to any display. This compact houseplant thrives in bright, indirect light with moderate watering.

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