Empty sills and floors near east-facing windows may look like blank spaces, but they’re prime real estate for some houseplants. The beauty of having plants in windows that point in this direction is the amount and type of light they receive throughout the day.

“In general, all of the plants that prefer moderate and bright indirect light will enjoy eastern exposure,” says plant expert Anastasia Borisevich.

Knowing this is a great plant care hack for getting plants the light they need without much effort. But you have to be sure to choose the right plants. To start you off with a little inspiration, here are eight plants that thrive with the light that pours in from the east.