Expert advice Houseplant trends for autumn

Leaf through these houseplants to get your indoor greenery on point, says HANNAH STEPHENSON

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As the cooler months set in, it's time to green up your indoor space with some stylish houseplants - but what's hot in this year's indoor plant offerings?

Florals are very much in this season, says Claire Bishop, senior houseplant buyer for Dobbies Garden Centres.

"We still sell foliage super well but there's definitely an increase in flowering plants - quite specific flowering, with a modern twist in the colour and variation."

Gardening influencer Michael Perry, AKA Mr Plant Geek, adds: "Flowering houseplants add a new dimension and last longer than a bouquet of blooms."

He also believes that rare plants are becoming more sought-after.

"Collectibles are going mainstream as increased production has driven down the price of previously rare plants, making collectors happy but also opening up more opportunities for the consumer."

Larger plants are also becoming an essential purchase when doing an interior makeover, he points out, so when you buy a new sofa and a new coffee table, you also probably buy a new decor plant.

Dual-purpose plants with indoor/outdoor appeal are also catching on, such as the Princettia, a compact poinsettia variety that can be planted outside until the first frosts, but which can be brought indoors and placed in a cool, light situation for the festive season, says Michael.

Double-scented primroses also add colour outdoors but last beautifully inside, he adds.

Here are some of the houseplants which are hot this autumn.