Houseplants
Houseplants advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Houseplants
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How to water plants while away – 5 ways to keep your plants alive while you're on holiday
Keep your plants thriving while you're away
By Sara Hesikova
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‘Alexa, be my plant whisperer’ – Amazon’s AI assistant can now help you keep your houseplants alive and thriving
Alexa is here to save your plants!
By Sara Hesikova
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Scalloped plant pots are the cutest trend we’ve seen this spring – these are 6 of the best to shop now
Want a fun and whimsical way to liven up your greenery? Look no further
By Sara Hesikova
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How to propagate a string of turtles - easily double your houseplant collection for free
The perfect houseplant investment if you're looking to grow your collection on a budget
By Holly Reaney
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IKEA just launched the ultimate versatile piece of furniture that uses plants to divide up a room
The perfect way to divide an open-plan space, whilst also adding some greenery to your home…
By Amy Hunt
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How to propagate a rubber plant - expand your houseplant collection for free
Why have just one rubber plant when you can have loads?
By Holly Reaney
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The benefits of faux plants – the well-being and practical perks of using artificial house plants
Faux houseplants can be controversial, but they do hold some benefits that are worth considering
By Vanessa Richmond
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The best houseplants to boost productivity - 6 researched-back plants that will help you work better
From purifying the air to boosting energy, these remarkable plants have been shown to increase productivity
By Katie Sims
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8 houseplants that reduce stress - the best flora and foliage to keep stress at bay
These powerful plants have been shown to help manage stress levels
By Katie Sims
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5 best flowering houseplants to give as a gift for Mother’s Day and beyond
What blooming houseplants to gift this coming Mothering Sunday and where to get them
By Sara Hesikova
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When to repot houseplants – experts share the best time of year and what signs to look for
And get ready, the best time is nigh...
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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How to choose the best houseplant to improve your wellbeing - from soothing anxiety to making you feel happier
Pros pick the best plants to ease anxiety, boost mood and improve air quality
By Andrea Childs
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4 most unusual houseplants that will set your home apart from others and create a unique talking point
These unusual houseplants ignore trends and dare to be original – why not join them?
By Sara Hesikova
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What is houseplant root pruning? How to keep your plants from outgrowing their pots and your home
Plant experts explain what is houseplant root pruning and whether your plants need it asap
By Sara Hesikova
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6 colourful houseplants that will brighten up any home – they're easy to care for too
These houseplants will bring more than green into your space
By Sara Hesikova
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Valentine's Day gift ideas to surprise someone special
Money can't buy love, but it can buy a love(ly) Valentine's Day gift for that special someone
By Molly Cleary
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Aldi's latest Specialbuy nails this year's hottest houseplant trend – and they're a steal at £12
They're the key to instantly refreshing your living space
By Jullia Joson
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What to do with houseplants that are exposed to the cold - help them recover fast
Help your houseplants deal with the cold
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to care for a monstera deliciosa – the gentle giant of the houseplant world
How to care for a monstera deliciosa, including where to position, when to water and how to propagate
By Holly Reaney
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7 of the best fast-growing houseplants to help you buy small and save some cash
Love houseplants? Hate the high price tag? We’ve got you covered
By Lauren Bradbury
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This year's hottest houseplant trend is proof that size *does* matter
Experts declare 2024 to be the year that statement plants dominate our living spaces
By Jullia Joson
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How to care for houseplants over winter – 6 ways to keep them alive and thriving during the colder months
The experts share their top advice
By Ellis Cochrane
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7 bathroom plants that absorb moisture – to help prevent mould, damp and condensation
Struggling with excess moisture in your bathroom? Invest in these 7 plants that will absorb it right up
By Sara Hesikova
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Bedroom plant ideas – 10 ways to use plants to give your boudoir an instant lift
Decorating with plants is a delicate art, but getting it right can lift your decor scheme and health
By Ellis Cochrane
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Bathroom plant ideas – 10 genius ways to add houseplants to the smallest room
Anyone can pop a plant or two in the bathroom, but for truly clever and creative bathroom plant ideas, we’ve got top advice from green-fingered experts
By Linda Clayton
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Kitchen plant ideas – the best houseplants and how to style them in a kitchen
Create a foliage-filled cooking space and enjoy a fresh, uplifting kitchen environment
By Linda Clayton
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I was a bad plant parent when I was at uni, which is why I wish I’d opted for these unkillable houseplants instead
I was a bad plant parent when I was at uni, which is why I wish I’d opted for these unkillable houseplants instead
By Lauren Bradbury
 


