Houseplants
Houseplants advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Houseplants
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Repotting brought my Monstera back to life – 4 expert-approved ways to give your Swiss cheese plant an upgradeIt's already grown new leaves!
By Sophie King
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This £2 IKEA plant pot will keep your plants healthy and hydrated during the August heatwaveI can now relax on holiday knowing my plants are taken care of
By Kezia Reynolds
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5 heat-loving houseplants that thrive in bright, sunny windowills and stuffy rooms – they’re perfect for south-facing windowsillsThese houseplants aren't fazed by heatwaves
By Kezia Reynolds
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What to do with a Christmas cactus in summer – follow these 5 expert steps to ensure it blooms again later this yearSet your cactus up for success
By Rebecca Lawton
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This £3 Amazon buy will keep flies away from your houseplants this summer – it has thousands of reviews to back it upBecause there is nothing more irritating than swarms of flies buzzing around your plants
By Kezia Reynolds
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This hotel-inspired houseplant instantly made my living room feel more expensive – interiors and plant experts love it tooThis tropical houseplant brings instant holiday luxury
By Jenny McFarlane
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I’m seeing more and more of this quirky houseplant trend – it’s perfect for adding a pop of colour to your home.Say goodbye to plain old moss poles
By Kezia Reynolds
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The 'overnighting' trick is how to make your peace lily and spider plants grow healthier and strongerThis watering hack is great for your sensitive houseplants
By Kezia Reynolds
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What to do with a fiddle leaf fig in April to encourage new growth and healthy, glossy, green leavesApril is the key month to give your fiddle leaf fig some extra care and attention
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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What to do with a spider plant in April to stop brown tips and set it up for a season of healthy growthIt'll produce lots of spiderettes too
By Kayleigh Dray
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What to do with a peace lily in March – these simple care tips will guarantee glossy leaves and encourage flowering this springYour plant babies need a little extra TLC this month. Here's what you need to know...
By Kayleigh Dray
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These 6 pretty pastel plant pots from Primark will make your houseplants look so much better – plant parents, run, don’t walkGive your plants a zhush for spring
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to multiply your monstera for free – the budget-friendly propagation trick for even more houseplantsWhy buy more houseplants when your monstera is more than happy to make them for you? Here’s how to propagate it successfully, even if you’re a beginner.
By Kayleigh Dray
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Where to place a snake plant according to Feng Shui to absorb negative energy and produce protective vibesFind out where to place this popular houseplant that will benefit you the most
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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5 of the luckiest houseplants to help you manifest more positive energy in your homeWe know that some houseplants are beneficial to have in our homes, but did you know that some are lucky too?
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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I give my houseplants an MOT every year to keep them thriving – these simple checks will make a huge difference to your indoor jungle too, say expertsKeep your houseplants happy over the winter months with some extra TLC that will set them up for the year ahead
By Lisa Fazzani
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5 pink houseplants that will brighten your home – instantly add colour and joy to your spaceThese pops of pink will make you smile
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to propagate string of hearts for free trailing houseplants – the 2 best methodsAny beginner can master these techniques
By Sophie King
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Your birth month has a houseplant – this is the meaning behind yours and how to grow it in your homeIt's time to find out your birth month houseplant, once and for all
By Kayleigh Dray
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7 plants you can grow in water all year round – the effortless, mess-free way to grow vegetables and houseplantsThese are the best plants for hydroponics
By Sophie King
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4 things you should do with amaryllis in January if you want it to flower again next yearEncourage stronger plants and even better blooms
By Sophie King
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This is the best way to propagate calatheas and bag yourself some free houseplantsWho knew propagation could be so easy?
By Sophie King
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5 houseplant trends you need on your radar for 2026 – it's all about bold planting with minimal maintenanceJungle plants, sustainability and more
By Sophie King
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2 simple things you should do with a Christmas cactus after flowering – less is more, according to expertsIt is a succulent, after all...
By Sophie King
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Is it time to declutter your houseplants? Experts share their top tips for paring back your indoor jungle so it thrivesKeep on top of a growing houseplant collection with our expert approved care tips
By Lisa Fazzani
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How to care for philodendrons – the best way to position, water and feed themThey're so easy to look after!
By Sophie King
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I'm a florist and these are the 7 houseplants that help my wellbeing during the winter monthsBoost your mental health over winter with these beneficial houseplants
By Sophie Warren-Smith


