Houseplants
Attractive plants that liven up indoor spaces.
Gethsemane’s Greenhouse has the best quality and selection of tropical foliage and blooming plants found in the Chicagoland area. We receive new material weekly to ensure we always have a wide range of plant varieties and sizes.
Gethsemane is proud to support small, family-owned, and operated, tropical growers throughout Florida and California.
Houseplants we stock
Our expert greenhouse staff is knowledgeable and friendly. Contact us if you have any questions about the care of your indoor plant, wish to schedule a consultation with one of our staff members, or want to request a special order.
Starter plants
Need to buy a plant for your friend that they won’t kill? We carry a variety of attractive, easy-to-care-for plants like pothos, snake plants, ZZ plants, spider plants, money trees, and more.
cacti & succulents
You can find a large assortment of cacti and succulents in the greenhouse. From large specimen plants to tiny 2″ potted varieties.
Tropicals
Lush plants that can tolerate a variety of lighting conditions.
Air plants
Also known as Tillandsia, the diverse textures and shapes of these curiosities are a must-see.
Bonsai
Bring the Japanese art form to your home with our wide selection of bonsai and bonsai tools & supplies.
Orchids
Diverse and colorful, our blooming orchids will bring a touch of elegance to your home.
Citrus trees
Citrus can be grown indoors and then taken outside in the summer to enjoy their beautiful foliage and natural pollination.
Terrariums
Unique & custom low-maintenance miniature gardens.
Kokedama
Originating in Japan, Kokedama are living plant and moss balls – they are a unique way to bring a bit of greenery indoors.
Mounted Staghorn Ferns
With fronds resembling antlers, staghorn ferns are truly distinctive specimens. A perfect addition to your collection.
Repotting and Pot Drilling Services
GENERAL REPOTTING
4″ and under
6″
8″ – 10″
12″ – 14″
14″ and over
$3
$5
$15
$25
$35
SPECIALTY REPOTTING
This includes orchids, cacti, delicate or toxic plants, etc.
4″ and under
6″
8″ – 10″
12″ – 14″
14″ and over
$5
$10
$25
$50
$65 and up
Bonsai and terrariums
Please consult with a Greenhouse manager for pricing.
POT DRILLING
Without proper drainage your plant’s roots run the risk of rotting in soil that stays soggy for too long. Our Greenhouse offers pot drilling for a small fee. Bring your pot in and speak with a member of our Greenhouse staff to get started.
Only non-porcelain ceramics are drillable.
6″ and under
8″ – 10″
12″ and over
$3
$5
$7
General Care Tips
Water your plant thoroughly, until you see water come out of the drainage holes.
Don’t let your plant sit in water for more than 30 minutes.
Check your plant for insects each time you water.
Do not place any plant near radiators, heat vents, AC ducts, or directly onto the floors with radiant heat.
Do not leave tropical house plants outside or by open windows in temperatures below 55°F.
Houseplant Resources
plants by light requirement
For indoor plants, direct light means that the plant is in the window of a south, east, or west-facing window.
Low Light (bright indirect light)
- Sansevieria (snake plant)
- ZZ Plant
- Aglaonema (green varieties)
- Philodendron cordatum
- Golden Pothos
- Howea forsteriana (kentia palm)
- Aspidistra (cast iron plant)
- Spathiphyllum (peace lily)
Medium Light (dappled or a couple hours of direct sun)
- Spider Plant
- Philodendron Brasil
- Neon Pothos
- Ferns
- Dracaena Mass Cane
- Peperomia
- Calathea
- Ivy
Bright Light (half day minimum from an east or west exposure or full day sun south exposure)
- Cactus
- Areca Palm
- Ficus Lyrata
- Olive Tree
- Citrus
- Croton
- Yucca
- Crassula