
Tenielle Jordison
Tenielle is a Gardens Content Editor at Homes & Gardens with over six years of journalistic experience, including previously having the role of Gardens News Writer. She holds qualifications in BA Journalism, Media and English Literature and MA Magazine Journalism. During her studies, Tenielle focused on sustainable lifestyle content, with experience such as interning at pebblemag.com. Before coming to Homes & Gardens, Tenielle was in the editorial department at the Royal Horticultural Society and worked on The Garden magazine. As our in-house houseplant expert, Tenielle writes on a range of solutions to houseplant problems, as well as other 'how to' guides, inspiring garden projects, and the latest gardening news. She is also passionate about sustainable living and the role gardening has to play in tackling the effects of climate change. When she isn't writing, Tenielle can be found propagating her ever-growing collection of indoor plants, helping others overcome common houseplant pests and diseases, volunteering at a local gardening club, and attending gardening workshops, like a composting masterclass.
Latest articles by Tenielle Jordison
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5 beautiful ways to transition your summer hanging baskets for fall – gardening experts share their favorite ideas for instant impact
It isn't time to retire your hanging baskets just yet, there's still so much you can do with them in fall
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7 expert ways to keep rats out of your yard and enjoy a rodent-free garden this fall – but hurry, you'll need to act fast
These pests can quickly become a nuisance, so take precautions now to keep them under control
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Solar uplighters are turning backyard trees into living sculptures – a fall gardening trend we are so on board with, plus we've found some with 20% off
These solar uplighters could not be easier to use
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Monty Don's fail-safe trick will ripen harvested green tomatoes fast – it's perfect for the last of the fall harvest
All you need is a single banana and some dry storage to ripen green tomatoes
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I do these 5 tasks every fall to prepare my houseplants for winter – they take minutes and can even extend the growing season
Neglecting your houseplants now is one of the biggest indoor gardening mistakes you could make
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Gardeners urged to do this one thing to help bees in fall – it's vital to support them as the weather turns cooler
Pollinators still need your help in the colder months
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Easiest spring bulbs to grow in pots – for a low-maintenance explosion of color in your containers
Plant these bulbs now and forget about them until spring
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How to reuse old planters in the garden – 5 beautiful ways to give your pots a second lease of life
Your pots still have so much more to give
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Rubber plant looking bare? Houseplant experts swear by this simple technique to make it bushier
You can give your rubber plant a fuller look by pruning in a particular way
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How to get a banana tree to fruit – 3 expert-approved methods
Some quick adjustments can help you grow your own bananas in no time
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Houseplant experts say you can grow spider plants without soil – but offer a word of warning about this water culture method
Hydroponic growing can provide a unique spider plant display in your home
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Gardeners warned never to touch these 5 poisonous weeds bare-handed – here's how to get rid of them safely
Protective wear is essential when removing these poisonous weeds
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5 natural ways to deter snakes from your yard – why one gardening expert swears by these eco-friendly and harm-free methods
All of these methods are natural pest control solutions and don't cause harm to snakes
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How to plant lotus seeds – 5 simple steps to grow your own elegant pond centerpiece
These plants are surprisingly quick to grow from seed
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I write about houseplants for a living and these are 5 indoor plant trends worth jumping on in 2026
It's no longer about having the largest collection of houseplants, thoughtful styling and care is just as important in making them long-term assets
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September is your last chance to divide these 7 houseplants – and this easy propagation method will double your plants instantly
This month offers a final window to make the most of mild temperatures for propagation
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My search for the perfect pumpkin-growing gadget is finally over – for $17 shoppers say it stops crops from rotting, reduces pest damage, and even helps to keep them round
Pumpkin cradles can be used for melons and other gourds, too
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How to grow winterberry – a shrub for year-round interest and fantastic festive stems
This is a shrub that keeps on giving, with charming spring blooms and vibrant fall berries
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Guesswork gardening is out, precision gardening is in – trends experts reveal data-driven garden design will take over in 2026
'Let’s move away from broad, zone-based planting toward hyperlocal, site-specific strategies,' says the Garden Media Group
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Sick of the never-ending battle with spiders? Try growing these 5 plants indoors – it's natural pest control and spiders hate them
Full of fragrance, you can grow these plants indoors to naturally discourage spider presence
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Have you heard of a botanical bento box? Small-scale and highly considered – experts say this will be the most innovative garden design approach of 2026
Discover 3 easy ways to get ahead of the garden bento trend
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This one mistake caused my spinach to bolt – and how I learned to easily avoid this common problem in future
Although pretty, premature spinach flowers equals a limited harvest
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If your houseplant leaves are turning brown, the problem might be lurking in your tap water – here's what you should be using instead
Water from our kitchen faucets often contains chemicals that harm plant growth
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5 ways to attract wildlife to your yard in fall – they're all easy (and even free) to do
Just because your garden is slowing down in fall, it doesn't mean it's time to stop supporting wildlife
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