Are you an orchid murderer? If so, you’re not alone. I’ve inadvertently killed my fair share of these tropical plants over the years.

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Trim them when you repot them. After you pull the plant out of its old pot, examine the plant and its roots. Trim off dead ...

You should also mist your houseplants in winter for an immediate boost of humidity, but be careful not to do so, as this can cause fungal diseases. If your plants are already damaged from a lack of ...

Orchids grow differently from other houseplants. Knowing how and when to prune them will give you healthier, happier plants with beautiful blooms.

Monty Don has identified one particular type of plant that he tends to prune during October and November, though he doesn't "touch many of them again". In a comprehensive article for BBC Gardeners' ...

10:00, Thu, Oct 16, 2025 Updated: 10:00, Thu, Oct 16, 2025 Monty Don has named one type of plant that he tends to prune in October and November, but he doesn't "touch many of them again". In an ...

The Christmas cactus prefers a little humidity — unlike other cacti and succulents —as well as bright, indirect sunlight.

Pruning remains one of the crucial jobs gardeners should be focusing on throughout October - particularly when it comes to one specific plant. Monty Don has shared his knowledge with gardeners, urging ...