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Happy Houseplants: A Beginner’s Guide to Thriving Indoor Greenery

Learn the essentials of keeping houseplants alive and well. This practical course covers choosing the right plants, watering correctly, and solving common problems – perfect for anyone who wants green, healthy plants without the guesswork.

45 min3 modulesBeginner friendly
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Free to take. This course does not use any Learning Credits.

What you’ll be able to do

By the end of this course, you will be able to select suitable houseplants for your home, water and feed them appropriately, and identify and fix basic issues like yellowing leaves or pests.

Course outline

A clear route from first principles to practical confidence

  1. 01

    Module 1: Choosing Your First Houseplants

    • Understanding light: bright, indirect, and low-light spots
    • Top 5 easy-care plants for beginners
    • What to look for when buying a healthy plant
  2. 02

    Module 2: Watering, Feeding, and Potting

    • The golden rules of watering (and how to avoid overwatering)
    • When and how to feed your plants
    • Choosing the right pot and potting mix
  3. 03

    Module 3: Keeping Plants Happy and Healthy

    • Recognising signs of stress: yellow leaves, drooping, and brown tips
    • Common pests and how to deal with them naturally
    • Seasonal care: adjusting your routine through the year