Experts told me how to fix my leggy houseplants – it's a simple method that encourages healthy growth, and I've got free plants in the process And I've got free plants in the process Ideal Home · Aug 19
Repotting brought my Monstera back to life – 4 expert-approved ways to give your Swiss cheese plant an upgrade It's already grown new leaves! Ideal Home · Aug 14
5 of the luckiest houseplants to help you manifest more positive energy in your home in 2026 We know that some houseplants are beneficial to have in our homes, but did you know that some are lucky too? Ideal Home · Feb 16
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 experts Keep your houseplants happy over the winter months with some extra TLC that will set them up for the year ahead Ideal Home · Feb 3
How to propagate string of hearts for free trailing houseplants – the 2 best methods that any beginner can master Any beginner can master these techniques Ideal Home · Jan 31
5 houseplant trends you need on your radar for 2026 – it's all about bold planting with minimal maintenance, according to experts Jungle plants, sustainability and more Ideal Home · Jan 22
I'm a florist and these are the 7 houseplants that help my wellbeing during the winter months Boost your mental health over winter with these beneficial houseplants Ideal Home · Jan 4
If flies are taking your houseplants by storm right now, here’s what’s worsening the problem – and how to keep them at bay These are the two biggest culprits Ideal Home · Dec 19, 2025
Don’t listen to anyone who tells you to give your Christmas cactus sugar water – use this type of fertiliser instead for long-lasting blooms It can do more harm than good Ideal Home · Dec 18, 2025
This is one of the biggest silent Christmas cactus killers in the home – and it could be ruining your plant’s chances of flowering Nip any damage in the bud... Ideal Home · Dec 9, 2025
How often should you water a Christmas tree? It's more than you might think, according to experts Gardening professionals offer advice on how much and how often, also revealing the dangers of not doing it enough Woman & Home · Dec 8, 2025
Fir real: expert tips on picking the perfect Christmas tree for the best price in the UK Millions of real trees are sold each year, and costs vary widely – we ask experts how to find good deals The Guardian - UK · Dec 6, 2025
How to buy a quality real Christmas tree without breaking the bank Here are six expert tips to get the most from your money The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2025
How to create glorious autumn containers As summer bedding wanes, plant up some autumn pots. The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2025
Ideal Home · Mar 21, 2025 Where is the best place to put a spider plant in a house? Houseplant experts reveal the perfect spots The perfect placement is the key to helping this houseplant must-have to thrive
Ideal Home · Feb 19, 2025 Can you grow succulents outdoors? The varieties that will thrive in your garden for a unique and low-maintenance display Everything you need to know about helping succulents grow outdoors
Ideal Home · Feb 14, 2025 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
Ideal Home · Feb 8, 2025 Where to place a snake plant — and the spots to dodge if you want to avoid harming this 'unkillable' houseplant It's resilient, but it'll thrive best in this position
Ideal Home · Dec 2, 2024 Can you repot houseplants in winter? Only if they fall into one of these two categories, say plant experts Here's how to tell if you can repot your houseplants in winter
Ideal Home · Nov 25, 2024 How to care for a Chinese money plant – it's all about position and watering, say the experts This beautiful and easy-to-care-for houseplant will bring you good luck and prosperity
Ideal Home · Sep 22, 2024 How to propagate a fern –three methods to fill your home with more of these frothy houseplants for free Make more of this favourite houseplant – no matter the variety
Ideal Home · Sep 16, 2024 How to care for button fern - this adorable, low-maintenance plant will brighten any home Thriving in the humidity of kitchens and bathrooms, this low-maintenance evergreen is beauty will brighten up the functional parts of the home
Ideal Home · May 7, 2024 How to care for a string of turtles - it's often overlooked but is the ultimate houseplant for shelf displays This dainty houseplant is full of character and looks stunning trailing down the side of a shelf in a decorative pot
Ideal Home · Apr 7, 2024 How to care for spider plants to get the most from this resilient beauty The retro houseplant is making a comeback – here's how it can thrive
Livingetc · Dec 1, 2023 5 Ways to Make a Home Smell Amazingly Christmassy by Decorating With Fresh Foliage Decorating with foliage not only looks festive, but it can create a Christmassy home fragrance, if you do it right