Houseplant 101: Episode One

Alex explains how different types of houseplant need different levels of light intensity to be at their best. The video demonstrates what is meant by full sun, bright indirect light and shade.

Preparing you for your trip to the garden centre to buy your houseplants, Alex covers what you need to consider before handing over your cash.

Different plants need varying amounts of water to keep them healthy, but they can also benefit from different watering techniques. Alex demonstrates a few key ways to water houseplants.

Feeding your plants is just as important as watering them. In this video, Alex explains what to look for when buying houseplant feed and the fundamentals you need to know.

Learn what humidity is, why it matters for your houseplants and what humidity levels different plants need, along with tips on raising the humidity in your home.

Find out how and when to repot your houseplants. Repotting your houseplants can give them replenished soil, more room to grow and prevent them from becoming pot bound.

Alex explains what components to use and how to combine a houseplant soil mix that gives good drainage and the ideal environment for your indoor plants.

Want to expand your houseplant collection? This episode of Houseplant 101 shows you how to propagate succulents in three simple steps.

In this final episode of the Houseplant 101 series, Alex shows you how to create a beautiful terrarium with a choice of three houseplants.