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This list of some of the best indoor plants for dark rooms will help you find the perfect plant for any shady space.

Even the shadiest room in the house deserves a houseplant to add a touch of style. This list of some of the best indoor plants for dark rooms will help you find the perfect plant for any shady space.
<h2>8 Houseplants that don’t need much light</h2>
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The cast iron plant (Aspidistra elatior) gets its name because it’s very hard to kill! It can cope with drought, low light and general neglect; in return, it’s excellent at cleaning the air. Don’t over-water it – let the compost dry out before watering to avoid root rot. Wipe the leaves occasionally with a damp cloth to remove dust.
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Lucky bamboo (Dracaena sanderiana) has long bamboo-like stems topped with narrow green leaves. It’s said to bring good luck, especially when received as a gift. Although it does best in bright indirect light, it will cope with moderate shade. Water regularly.
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Golden Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) is also known as Devil’s Ivy, thanks to its ability to grow in various conditions. Its heart-shaped variegated leaves will show stronger colour in bright indirect light, but it will also grow happily in low light. The long stems can be trained to climb upwards on supports or allowed to trail elegantly. Allow the compost to dry out between waterings and mist occasionally to increase the humidity around the plant.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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The Peace lily (Spathiphyllum wallisii) is one of the classic plants for shady rooms, with large glossy green leaves and occasional elegant white hooded flowers. It grows well in indirect light and likes to be watered regularly, preferably with rainwater or filtered water. Peace lilies are good at removing toxins from the air.&nbsp;
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The snake plant (Sansevieria) is excellent for anyone struggling to keep a houseplant alive. With long, upwards-pointing variegated leaves, this tough, reliable plant looks extraordinary and contemporary and copes well with shade and neglect. Let the compost dry out between waterings to avoid root rot.&nbsp;
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Chinese evergreen (Aglaonema commutatum) forms a compact clump of glossy green leaves. It grows well in low light levels, although the variegated varieties will have better colour in bright indirect light. Water regularly and mist occasionally.&nbsp;
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Spider plants (Chlorophytum comosum) will grow in most positions out of direct light. They will tolerate some neglect, but remember to water them regularly. Spider plants are very easy to propagate and make great gifts for family and friends. Cut off the baby spider plants that occasionally appear on long stems, pot them up in individual pots and grow on.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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The Money tree (Pachira Aquatica) probably won’t make you rich, but its five-fingered leaves and braided stems make it a beautiful houseplant! It prefers bright indirect light but can grow under fluorescent light and is ideal for an office. Money trees need regular watering, but don’t let them sit in wet compost for long periods as this could cause root rot.&nbsp;
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Come in and see the wide range of beautiful houseplants in our centre today. You’re sure to find one that’s just right for you!&nbsp;

8 great indoor plants for dark rooms

Here are some of the top plant care products you might need in the summer.&nbsp;

There are many plant care products to use in summer​since it is the time of year when the garden is in full flower and crops are abundant. Not only will you be immersed in the joy of gardening, but you will also bring home crops of homegrown fruit and vegetables, cut flowers for the vase and herbs for a healthy herbal tea. We hope you get some relaxing time in the garden to enjoy everything you have grown, but there will also be plenty to do as your plants will need to be taken care of to keep them thriving. These are some of the top plant care products you might need in the summer.&nbsp;
<h2>Plant care products you need in the summer</h2>
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Crop netting: many plants will soon be devoured by garden pests. Brassicas, for example, can appear fine one day and then be munched by caterpillars the next day. Ideally, some butterfly netting will keep them at bay. Other nets might be needed to cover over your fruit to stop birds from pinching the fruit before you get to them, and the same for peas and even some fruit trees.&nbsp;
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Carrot root fly protection: if you are growing carrots in the ground, you will most likely need some root fly protection. They can't fly above 60cm, so the protection won't be required if you are growing in a higher raised bed. You can also companion plants with chives and spring onions in the ground. For example, carrot root flies won't like the smell of those, but the best method is to cover&nbsp;your carrots with a fine mesh that they can't get through.&nbsp;
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Cabbage collars: if you are growing your own cabbages, cauliflowers, sprouts and broccoli, place a cabbage collar around the base to protect them from cabbage root flies and deter slugs and snails. They just sit around the bottom of the plant and help to protect them as they grow throughout the summer.&nbsp;
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Plant feed: many plants will need extra feed during summer, especially crops such as tomatoes and bedding plants in hanging baskets or containers. Many organic fertilisers are available, which will give your plants the boost they need.&nbsp;
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Secateurs: both to harvest and deadhead, secateurs are a must! Keep on top of deadheading, and many plants will continue to bloom for an extended period. Clean, sharp secateurs will make this job much more manageable.&nbsp;
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Please find all of your plant care products in store when you visit us. We ensure your garden looks at its best this summer.&nbsp;

Plant care products to use in summer

We show you six of our favourite hardy plants to grow in your garden.

These hardy plants for your garden will help you create a colourful space with plants that will grow back year after year. Each of these are easy to grow and care for, and you will know that they will survive cold weather over the winter and soon grow back up above the soil again in spring. Hardy plants mean less need for lifting plants and protecting plants, and you can sit back and enjoy your garden. We show you six of our favourite hardy plants to grow in your garden.
<h2>Hardy plants to grow in your garden</h2>
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Yarrow has feathery foliage and brightly coloured flat flower heads. It's attractive to pollinators and can brighten up a border in no time. It's often one of the first and last to flower in the garden, it has a long flowering season and looks great in a bunch of cut flowers. Plant in a sunny spot with well-drained soil.&nbsp;
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<li>Hylotelephium spectabile (sedum)&nbsp;</li>
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Not only hardy, but it doesn't need much water either, so this is highly sought after and enjoyed perennially. It flowers in late summer and is another plant perfect for pollinators. The seed heads also look incredible over winter giving food and shelter to insects.&nbsp;
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<li>Lamprocapnos spectabilis (bleeding heart)</li>
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Once known as Dicentra, the bleeding heart is a well-loved perennial that will flower with rows of pink or white heart-shaped flowers. It is a sight to behold! Part shade and moist soil are preferable, and it will grow and works well surrounded by Hostas and Ferns.
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Cranesbill isn't the same as the bedding Geranium that graces containers and hanging baskets in the summer. It's a hardy perennial that can cover ground really quickly. There are many to choose from, including vibrant pink to almost blue, and they need very little care. These can flower for a long spring and summer period and grow back again the following year.
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<li>Alchemilla mollie (lady's mantle)</li>
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Perhaps one of the hardiest of them all, the vibrant green flowers work well with just about any other garden plant and in a vase of cut flowers. It needs very little care but will self-seed readily, so keep an eye on seedlings popping up where you don't want them and cut back the flower heads as they fade. Lady's mantle looks good in a border mixed with Salvia nemorosa and Penstemon.&nbsp;
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As an evergreen perennial, wall flowers should be in everyone's garden! Not only can you find various colours, including two-tone flowers, but they also attract bees and flowers for months on end. Grow these in full sun and well-drained soil, even in chalky soil and in coastal gardens where they will look great with Miscanthus. Ideally, prune it after flowering to keep it healthy.&nbsp;
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Are you looking for plants to fill borders, containers and beddings without worrying that they won't survive the winter? We have an extensive selection of hardy plants for your garden to choose from in store. Please visit us and check our range. Are you looking for something specific? Please ask our staff.

Hardy plants for your garden

These top 5 best plants for scent will ensure your garden is full of fragrance throughout the year and your senses are fulfilled with the gorgeous aroma of nature.

These top 5 best plants for scent will ensure your garden is full of fragrance throughout the year and your senses are fulfilled with the gorgeous aroma of nature. Many plants have a wonderful fragrance, and which ones you choose to grow in your garden can come down to your soil and aspect and your personal preference for the scent. For example, there are many roses, each with a different aroma that may appeal to one person more than another. Take the time to research the various scents to know you will be enjoying both a plant and a smell you will love. Here are our recommendations:&nbsp;
<h2>Plants for scent</h2>
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<li>Night Scented Stock&nbsp;</li>
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This hardy annual fills the garden with fragrance in the evening. So when you are sitting in your garden on a summer evening, Night Scented Stock will fill the air and your senses. Sow seeds near to where you will sit or where you leave a window open so you can fully enjoy the fragrance. Try growing in containers or window boxes along with other colourful annuals.&nbsp;
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This is a winter-flowering shrub that is a true delight when not much else is flowering during the colder months of the year. The white flowers have an incredible sweet honey scent and will be surrounded by dark green leaves and later berries. It's an excellent shrub for beneficial insects and easy to grow.&nbsp;
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The Gardenia is perhaps one of the most well known fragrant plants. Gardenia is as graceful as it is fragrant. The bright white flowers not only smell lovely, but the flowers are simply stunning. They will be in full bloom from summer to early autumn and can be grown in containers or borders as long as they are situated in a sheltered position.&nbsp;
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The intoxicating scent of the Honeysuckle is known and loved by many. This climbing plant grows perfectly up a trellis, arch or pergola, and if positioned near a seating area, the scent is perfect for putting your feet up and breathing in the sweet fragrance. There are many Honeysuckles to choose from, including orange and pink colours to cream and yellow, so you can pick one that suits your garden.&nbsp;
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<li>Nemesia</li>
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This annual has made it to the list due to the many different colours and scents you can discover. Best planted in a hanging basket or container; make sure yours are near a window, door or seating area because you will want to give them a sniff! Nemesia is available in various colours, from purple to pink, white to yellow. Discover Nemesia's fragrance of rhubarb to sugar that smells&nbsp;absolutely stunning.&nbsp;
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Explore our fabulous&nbsp;range at our garden centre and fill your garden with scent. Please have a look and sniff at our scented range and choose from our fragrant plants in store. Are you looking for a specific plant? Please ask our garden employees.&nbsp;They're always willing to help you find the perfect plant.

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