English ivy can look stunning as a ground cover and climbing plant along the sides of your house. The problem is that it can ...

Closed doors and uneven air flow can lower the air quality in less-used and lower-light rooms, but these houseplants can ...

Thanks to its romantic look and easily recognizable leaves, English ivy (also known by its scientific name, Hedera helix) is a charming perennial. Although the plant may eventually produce tiny ...

Although aloe vera is a common household plant, it’s important to keep it out of reach of your furry ... A safer choice would be the prayer plant (maranta), which offers similarly attractive foliage ...

Try training these lush and leafy options to climb up a support – it's an easy way to beautify an empty corner of your home ...

But, after several years, the plant enters its adult phase: in maturity ... Research by the University of Reading and the RHS found that ivy helps to keep a house cool in summer and, during winter, it ...

The ivy plant is native to Western Europe ... For gardening news, tips and inspiration, sign up to our Household Hacks newsletter. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper ...

Holly, ivy, white-berried mistletoe and vibrant red poinsettias all serve to add festive cheer to the home, both inside and ...

Ivy is a climbing plant that has long been associated with loyalty ... These vibrant flowers are believed to bring good fortune and are often used in ceremonies and rituals to promote a positive ...

Other house plants to consider – all types of succulents, Christmas cactus, and topiaries shaped from rosemary or ivy. Add a charming bow to the pot and you have the perfect holiday gift!

If you’re someone like me who has just a bit of a black thumb but seriously loves plants, then it can be a real struggle to ...