This One Plant Stands Out Above the Rest to Use in Your Short-Term Rental

By: Brad Greiner, CEO of Open Air Homes and OpenAiRE Brokerage

 A Love Note to the One and Only ZZ Plant, the Best Choice for Your Short-Term Rental for Durability

When it comes to outfitting your short-term rental, choosing the right plant can make all the difference. After years of testing various options, one plant has captured our hearts and proven to be the best fit for rental properties: the ZZ plant.

Why We Love the ZZ Plant
The reality of maintaining live plants in a rental property is that you can’t control how much—or how little—care they receive from your guests. This often leads to a dilemma: do you risk the plant suffering from neglect or overzealous watering, or do you avoid plants altogether? The ZZ plant, or Zamioculcas zamiifolia, offers the perfect solution.

The ZZ plant is incredibly durable, making it ideal for the unpredictable nature of short-term rentals. It thrives in low-light conditions and can tolerate a range of watering habits, whether it’s getting too much or too little attention. This resilience means it stays lush and green regardless of how your guests treat it.

More Than Just a Pretty Face: The ZZ Plant’s Benefits
Also known as the Money Plant or Fortune Plant, the ZZ plant is believed to bring positive energy or “chi” into your home or office. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this plant is also a natural air purifier, helping to remove toxins and improve indoor air quality—a feature that your guests will appreciate during their stay.

The ZZ plant’s convenient size makes it an easy fit for various spaces, from cozy corners to bright windowsills. Its manageable size and minimal care requirements make it the perfect addition to any short-term rental, providing a touch of greenery without the hassle.

The Downside of Fake Plants
While it might seem easier to opt for artificial plants, we believe this is a mistake. Fake plants lack the vibrancy and air-purifying qualities of real ones, and they can often look tacky. Worse, they contribute to environmental waste, and we’ve even had guests mistakenly water them, leading to unnecessary messes. The ZZ plant, however, provides a natural, sustainable alternative that enhances your rental’s appeal without the drawbacks.

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Where to Buy the Best ZZ Plants
Ready to add this superstar plant to your rental? Here are three top-rated ZZ plant options available on Amazon:

1. ZZ Plant in a 3-pack, 4 inch pots – Why choose one when you can buy three and watch them grow. 
2. Live ZZ Plant 25-30 inches – Sometimes you want the instant gratification of a larger, more robust plant. 
3. Small ZZ Plant in Matte Pink Pot – The pot you choose will provide a pop of color to your home.  Your options are endless! 

By incorporating the ZZ plant into your short-term rental, you’re choosing a plant that is not only beautiful but also incredibly resilient. It’s the ideal way to bring life to your space without the worries that come with other plants. Say goodbye to fake plants and hello to the ZZ plant—your new best friend in rental decor.