African violets, kalanchoe, moth orchids, and peace lilies frequently can be found already blooming at florists and other retailers that sell houseplants. These plants can be enjoyed for several months or more without a lot of work.

Here are a few tips:

Peace lily

• These flowering plants will do best in a bright window or room, but out of direct sunlight.

African violet

• The soil for these plants should be kept evenly moist, so try not to let it dry out between waterings. Violets do best when watered from the bottom up rather than top down. Water may damage the leaves of violets. Orchids require a potting material like bark chips mixed with charcoal to control water.

Kalanchoe

• Snip off dead flowers to encourage more blooms.

Moth orchid

• Use a water-soluble fertilizer formulated for flowering houseplants. Always read and follow the label directions.