# Best Plants for West Facing Windows

## Plant Listings

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  **Hoya Heart**  
  XS  
  $39  
  [Link](https://bloomscape.com/product/hoya-heart/)

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  **Monstera Deliciosa**  
  LG  
  $99  
  [Link](https://bloomscape.com/product/monstera/)

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  **Fiddle Leaf Fig**  
  XXL  
  $199–$259  
  [Link](https://bloomscape.com/product/fiddle-leaf-fig/)

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  **Bird of Paradise Tabletop**  
  MD  
  $69  
  [Link](https://bloomscape.com/product/bird-of-paradise-medium/)

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  **Dracaena Marginata Open Weave**  
  XXL  
  $199–$259  
  [Link](https://bloomscape.com/product/dracaena-marginata-open-weave/)

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  **Yucca Cane**  
  XL  
  $149  
  [Link](https://bloomscape.com/product/xl-yucca-cane/)

## Growing Plants in West-Facing Windows

West-facing windows deliver **intense afternoon and evening sun**, which can be warmer and harsher than morning light. They’re perfect for plants that love brightness but can tolerate heat.

### Why West-Facing Windows Work for Plants

- **Strong afternoon light:** Longer, hotter exposure than east-facing windows.
- **Warmth & energy:** Sunlight brings out deeper colors in foliage.
- **Great for medium-to-bright light plants:** Many tropicals and flowering plants thrive here.

### Best Conditions to Keep in Mind

- Use sheer curtains to soften harsh summer sun.
- Place heat-sensitive plants slightly back from the glass.
- Watch soil moisture—plants may dry faster in afternoon heat.
- Rotate to prevent uneven growth.

### Benefits of Using Plants in Afternoon-Light Rooms

- Ideal for colorful foliage plants like crotons or calatheas.
- Brings warmth and vibrancy to west-facing living rooms and offices.
- Extends natural light for households that stay active later in the day.

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