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new year vibrancy         Large plants for impact                      GARDENING
       Welcome

        Claire says that once festive decorations
        have  been  taken  down,  homes  can  often
        feel a little bare, making large houseplants
        the perfect way to fill the space left by your
 with houseplants   Christmas  tree  and  decorations.  Statement
        plants, such as the Monstera,  are  ideal for
 from Dobbies  filling empty corners and open spaces, and
        will add structure and interest to rooms.

        With its dramatic, glossy leaves, the Monstera
 Dobbies’ Senior Plant Buyer, Claire Bishop, shares her top   not only brings a striking aesthetic but also
 houseplant picks for the new year, along with advice on    offers  air-purifying  benefits.  This  plant  will
        grow vigorously in bright indirect light –
 how to use greenery to enhance your home.
        especially when fed throughout the summer
        months – so Claire notes that its growth can
        be supported with a moss pole to encourage
        stability. As this is a jungle plant, the Monstera
 s the festive season comes to an   Whether you’re looking to embrace the benefits of   enjoys  humidity,  so  Claire  recommends
 end, our homes can often feel a   air-purifying plants, make a statement with larger
 A little quieter and less colourful,   varieties, or style small plants together for an   keeping it away from drying heat sources.
 making the new year the perfect time to   eye-catching display, Dobbies’ latest houseplant          Create a green display
 reintroduce freshness with houseplants.   collections for the new year start from just £10.  To elevate the look further, Claire suggests   Claire says that styling a selection of smaller
 From adding life back into empty corners to   pairing  your  Monstera  with  the  Dypsis,  or   plants together can create an eye-catching
        parlour  palm.  The  contrast  in  height  and
 creating calming green spaces throughout   January  is  also National  Houseplant  Month,   jungle effect, turning even compact spaces
 the home, houseplants offer an easy way   dedicated  to  promoting  the  benefits  of  indoor   texture between these larger plants will help   into a statement plant moment. Ferns, peace
        create an interesting, layered display, while
 to refresh interiors for the year ahead.   greenery.  Dobbies’ Senior Plant Buyer, Claire   also bringing a fresh, uplifting feel to your   lilies and trailing ivy work particularly well
 Bishop, shares her  top houseplant  picks for   home for the new year. Despite its large size,   when grouped as their varying leaf shapes
                                             and textures add depth and interest, while the
 the new year, along with advice on how to use   the Dypsis is a relatively low maintenance
 greenery to enhance your home.  plant. Claire notes that it thrives in bright,   addition of Spanish moss will soften the overall
                                             look with a relaxed, natural feel.
        indirect light and only needs occasional
        Air purifying plants  watering, making it an easy way to make a   Claire notes that many of these plants also offer
 Claire says that the start of a new year is the perfect   statement with greenery this January.  practical benefits, from improving air quality to
 time to refresh your home with houseplants that        helping create a brighter, more
 bring  both  beauty  and  wellbeing  benefits.  The    uplifting atmosphere at the
 Spathiphyllum, or peace lily, is an ideal choice for   start of the year. Claire suggests
 anyone looking to make a simple but impactful          positioning them in bright,
 update. With its elegant white blooms and glossy       indirect light and watering when
 green leaves, it instantly brightens a space and       the top layer of soil feels dry to
 creates a calm, uplifting atmosphere.                  the touch to keep them thriving
                                                        throughout 2026.
 Known for its air-purifying qualities, the peace
 lily helps remove toxins from the air, making it a     The new houseplant collections
 great plant to include in your new year reset. Claire    launch in Dobbies stores across
 notes that it’s also easy to care for, requiring little   the UK and online from January
 day-to-day maintenance, which makes it a practical     2026.  To  browse  the  range
 option for those looking to introduce more             and  find  your  local  store,  visit
 greenery into their home without added effort.         dobbies.com

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