Houseplant Appreciation Day is celebrated every January 10 and originates from people finding the gaping space left once the Christmas tree was gone unbearable.

This article was first published in Pro Landscaper on behalf of our ambassador, Ian Drummond. Here, he gives his expert advice on a selection of houseplants which are perfect for the festive season.

The best space for your home office is a dedicated space close to a window or source of natural light. Good light is essential for you to work efficiently – and for most houseplants to thrive - but if you are close to a window you can open it for fresh air too. So it’s a double whammy.

BREXIT draws closer; we leave the EU on 1 January 2021. This will mean a few changes for how you buy plants and how they move around. We're sure you're ready for the changes but if you need any updates or reminders, Defra has some free webinars coming up that might be of interest in view: