What NOT to do to your houseplants if you want them to survive and thrive

As you bring your houseplants in after summer, think about location and light, an expert advises.

Fill your home with greenery (Alamy/PA)

As the cooler months beckon, it’s time for houseplants to take centre stage, but if you’re not sure how you should be treating them, they may not last long.

It’s true, some are more difficult than others. If you’re prone to neglect, then you won’t have to think so much about watering plants like colourful Christmas cacti and even orchids, which only need watering once a week.