Just a litte colour can make all the difference. Not all houseplants are expensive – watch the supermarkets and garden centres for a bargain. Cyclamens will last a long time inside as well as out….

You’ll want to keep them flowering as long as possible – so here’s some advice to read on choosing and caring for your houseplants.

Caring for houseplants – (RHS) All about houseplants -(RHS) The ultimate guide to houseplants -(Plantcare for beginners)