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How to not murder your houseplants

If you’ve dreamed of having a lush indoor garden, but have managed to kill every plant you’ve owned, then Houseplant 101 is for you. This video series explains everything you need to know about growing houseplants with RHS Garden Wisley Horticulturalist, Alex Young.

Watch Houseplant 101

Episode one

Caring for houseplants

Houseplant 101 begins with an introduction to three indoor plants: succulents, cacti and foliage plants, with tips on how to keep them healthy.

Episode two

Lighting for houseplants

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.

Episode three

What to buy

Everything you need to consider before handing over your cash.

Episode four

Watering houseplants

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

Episode five

Feeding houseplants

What to look out for when buying houseplant feed and the fundamentals you need to know.

Episode six

Humidity

Find out what humidity is and why it matters for your houseplants, and the humidity levels different plants need.

Episode seven

Repotting houseplants

Discover how and when it is best to repot your houseplants to prevent them from becoming pot bound.

Episode eight

Soil mixes

Learn about what components you should use and how to combine a houseplant soil mix to achieve the ideal environment for your indoor plants.

Episode nine

Propagating succulents

Want to expand your houseplant collection? Learn to propagate succulents in three simple steps.

Episode ten

Create your own terrarium

Make your own beautiful terrarium from a selection of three houseplants.

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The Royal Horticultural Society is the UK’s leading gardening charity. We aim to enrich everyone’s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place.