Houseplants
Houseplants advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Houseplants
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Don't let your houseplants dry out while you're away at Christmas! These simple tips will keep them hydrated and healthy
Take care of your houseplants while you're away over the holidays with our expert-approved care and watering advice
By Lisa Fazzani
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This is the best spot for a poinsettia, according to Feng Shui – and no, it isn’t the living room
It's said to welcome guests and promote festive cheer
By Sophie King
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If flies are taking your houseplants by storm right now, here’s what’s worsening the problem
These are the two biggest culprits
By Sophie King
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If you want a home filled with joy and harmony this Christmas, then your Christmas cactus placement is key, experts reveal
The principles of Feng Shui apply to your houseplants, too
By Kezia Reynolds
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Don’t listen to anyone who tells you to give your Christmas cactus sugar water – use this type of fertiliser instead
It can do more harm than good
By Sophie King
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This Christmas houseplant out-blooms all the others, say experts – here's how to make its flowers last into the new year
It's easy to grow, too
By Sophie King
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This is one of the biggest silent Christmas cactus killers in the home – and it could ruin your plant’s flowers
Nip any damage in the bud...
By Sophie King
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5 of the best Christmas plants to send as gifts – these festive houseplants are sure to make a loved one smile
Christmas amaryllis, cyclamen and more
By Sophie King
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The 5 mistakes killing your poinsettia and how to fix them – expert tips that will keep your festive plant flourishing throughout December
Poinsettias don’t have to be a source of Christmas strife; just follow our expert advice…
By Kayleigh Dray
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This clever sensor gave my house plants a 'voice' so I'll never forget to water them again – it's a genius Christmas gift for plant parents
It'll keep your plants happy all year-round
By Jenny McFarlane
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There's still time to plant paperwhite bulbs for daffodils that flower at Christmas
Don't miss the window!
By Sophie King
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5 tricks I use to choose a poinsettia from the supermarket as a gardens editor
The easiest ways to spot a healthy plant
By Sophie King
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7 beautiful winter-flowering house plants will add festive colour and cheer when it’s grey and gloomy outside
Plant experts share their favourite plants that will thrive over the winter months
By Lisa Fazzani
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I added these 4 ‘unkillable’ houseplants to my home – and yes, they lived up to the hype!
Accidental plant murderers, rejoice; I've done the research and these houseplants are made for you…
By Kayleigh Dray
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These 3 houseplants helped rid my home of damp and made a huge difference to musty smells and humidity – they're super low maintenance too
Can houseplants really help prevent excess moisture in your home? I decided to put them to the test…
By Kayleigh Dray
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Your central heating could be responsible for killing your houseplants this winter – the signs to be aware of, plus how to fix it
It's a common winter problem every house plant fan needs to know about
By Kezia Reynolds
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5 reasons your peace lily's leaves are turning brown and how to fix the problem asap
Experts share how to get them looking verdant and healthy again
By Holly Reaney
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3 reasons your prayer plant leaves are curling, and the best way to fix them according to house plant experts
From watering schedules to placement
By Holly Reaney
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When to stop feeding indoor plants before winter arrives
It's sooner than you'd think
By Sophie King
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5 houseplants I always propagate in autumn - now is the perfect time to make more of your favourite plants for free
These are the houseplants I’ll be propagating in September to make more of my favourites for free
By Lisa Fazzani
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This £6 Amazon buy turned my trailing house plants into a beautiful indoor display
And you barely know it’s there
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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I use banana peel to clean my houseplants, and the leaves have never looked healthier
This kitchen leftover is a game-changer for lush-looking leaves
By Maddie Balcombe
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7 popular houseplants to avoid if you have kids or pets – these toxic plants could have disastrous consequences
Keep these plants out of reach of curious pets or toddlers
By Ellis Cochrane
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5 houseplants that can help cool your home – fight the heatwave naturally with these clever varieties
The cooling impact is modest, but every little helps at the moment
By Rebecca Knight
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This £3 watering indicator from Amazon is helping me keep my houseplants alive – even during the hot weather!
It's simple, affordable and effective
By Sophie King
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The one place you should never keep a peace lily – experts say it will stop the flowers from blooming
If you want an abundance of pretty flowers, you should avoid this place at all costs
By Kezia Reynolds
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4 reasons why your aloe vera plant is turning brown and what you can do to fix it, according to garden experts
The four reasons why your aloe vera plant is probably turning brown
By Kezia Reynolds


