Houseplants
Houseplants advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Houseplants
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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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Poinsettias may be a Christmas classic, but these expert-approved festive houseplants are the real stars of the season
Plant experts share their festive favourites
By Lisa Fazzani
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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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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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Your houseplants could be slowing down your WiFi by 40% – experts explain why, and how to fix it
Boost your speed without sacrificing your plants
By Kezia Reynolds
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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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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
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7 houseplants you should never place in a bedroom — They could be damaging your sleep
Do you have any of these houseplants in your bedroom? They could be damaging your sleep
By Holly Reaney
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How to repot houseplants in 5 easy steps — it's the key to thriving indoor plants
Give your indoor plants a fresh new home
By Sophie King
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7 of the best low-light houseplants that will thrive in shady nooks and corners in the home
These indoor plants can tolerate low light levels
By Sara Hesikova
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How to keep flies off houseplants — 7 simple solutions for a pest-free home
Prevention is better than cure, say houseplant experts
By Rachel Homer
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These are the 5 houseplants you need to cut back in January to ensure new growth, say pro gardeners
It’s time to cut these houseplants back if you want luscious growth in the year ahead
By Kayleigh Dray
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6 houseplants that can reduce the dust levels in your home, from snake plants to peace lilies
These houseplants are brilliant at collecting dust in the home
By Sara Hesikova
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Should you feed houseplants in winter? Experts reveal it may cause more harm than good
Skip the plant food to give your houseplants the best chance of survival this winter
By Katie Sims


