This is an essential guide offering expert up-to-date information on successful indoor gardening. The book opens with an introduction to the general types of houseplant from which to choose: glossy evergreens, feathery ferns, elegant palms, cacti and succulents, flowering houseplants and those with variegated foliage. There follows the practical section, with essential clear instructions, professional tips and step-by-step photography which provide the practical know-how for all the basics of houseplant care. Step-by-step advice on watering, feeding and choosing the right container, as well as instructions on division, layering, cuttings and propagation techniques. Fully-illustrated with over 700 photographs. Includes an A-Z directory of houseplants featuring over 350 species, organized in alphabetical order.