Houseplants
Houseplants advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Houseplants
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5 houseplants that can help cool your home – fight the heatwave naturally with these clever varietiesThe 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 bloomingIf 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 expertsThe 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 sleepDo 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 plantsGive 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 homeThese 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 homePrevention 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 gardenersIt’s time to cut these houseplants back if you want luscious growth in the year ahead
By Kayleigh Dray
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Should you feed houseplants in winter? Experts reveal it may cause more harm than goodSkip the plant food to give your houseplants the best chance of survival this winter
By Katie Sims
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Best air-purifying indoor plants — 10 brilliant options to improve air quality in the homeAdd these houseplants to your collection for a fresher home
By Lauren Bradbury
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Do houseplants go dormant in winter? Here's what happens to indoor plants during the colder monthsTo snooze or not to snooze? We asked the experts...
By Sophie King
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I'm Ideal Home's gardens editor — these are the 5 houseplants I'll always have in my collectionI've rounded up my favourite houseplants, from orchids to tradescantias
By Sophie King
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I'm an enthusiastic plant mum and my one golden rule for keeping houseplants alive is both easy – and effective!As someone who’s loved and lost a lot of houseplants, here's what I’ve learned…
By Kayleigh Dray
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7 common winter houseplant problems – how to identify and solve them before it's too lateThese are the winter houseplant mistakes you might be making
By Sophie King
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What is the biggest killer of houseplants? Plant experts reveal the care tip you should never overlookThis one goes out to all those who can’t stop, won’t stop killing their indoor plant babies…
By Kayleigh Dray
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Can you repot houseplants in winter? Only if they fall into one of these two categories, say plant expertsHere's how to tell if you can repot your houseplants in winter
By Sophie King
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Best plants for condensation and damp – 7 moisture-absorbing plants that control humidityTop options for moisture control, from areca palms to peace lilies
By Amy Hunt
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Best Christmas houseplants – 5 plants that bloom over the festive period for cheerful indoor displaysLooking for plants that flower over Christmas? Right this way...
By Sophie King
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Houseplants that like to be pot-bound – the plants that'll thrive in small spaceWe've rounded up six of the most popular varieties
By Holly Reaney
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How to water plants while away – 5 ways to keep your plants alive while you're on holidayKeep 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 thrivingAlexa 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 nowWant 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 freeThe 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 roomThe 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 freeWhy 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 plantsFaux houseplants can be controversial, but they do hold some benefits that are worth considering
By Vanessa Richmond

