As the darkness settles in, outside the temperature drops and inside, the central heating powers up, keeping houseplants alive can feel more like a seasonal sport than a beloved hobby.

However, the arrival of winter doesn’t have to mean waving goodbye to your favourite indoor potted greenery.

A collection of shade-loving plants exists that are perfectly happy to hunker down in darker corners and chilly rooms, and that thrive where other plants would struggle.

These winter-proof additions to your household bring life, colour and a welcome dose of calm to even the darkest months.

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