How to keep your houseplants alive in autumn and winter - when they're in the 'dormant phase'

Keeping houseplants happy is a skill I am sadly yet to conquer. Too much water, not enough water, wrong room, not the right position – I feel like I'm always falling short. Your greenery is hopefully faring better than mine at the moment, but as we head into the autumn and winter months, your plants could be "under strain from colder conditions," gardening expert from MyJobQuote.co.uk , Samantha Jones, warns. Keep scrolling to learn the best ways to keep your indoor plants thriving as the weather takes a turn and light levels drop.

"For houseplants, autumn enters them into a dormant phase due to the decreasing light levels," explains Samantha. "This happens so the plants can prepare for the winter season and rest. Most homes become too cool and dry for indoor plants to thrive. Although