
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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I Do This 1 Thing to My Orchids Every Winter to Guarantee Spring Flowers in Abundance – It Literally Takes Seconds
The sooner you stake orchid stems the better
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Your Birth Month Berry Revealed – Discover 12 Beautiful Varieties and What They Symbolize in Your Garden and Beyond
Add yours to your yard for a joyful display every birthday
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‘If Your Christmas Cactus Has Aerial Roots, Act Now’ Warns a Plant Expert – It’s an Early Sign Your Houseplant is Struggling
Aerial roots can indicate a problem with soil health
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Forget Traditional Christmas Décor, I’m Using Kokedama to Make Living Hanging Ornaments – 3 Easy Plants for This Festive DIY
This technique can also be used to create a dazzling table centerpiece
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Before You Hang a Single Christmas Tree Ornament, Read This – An Expert Warns There’s One Crucial Step You’re Probably Skipping
Pruning can make all the difference in giving your Christmas tree a pristine, healthy look
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'Perfect for Hummingbird Enthusiasts’ – This $100 Feeder Camera in Walmart’s Cyber Week Sale Is the Best I’ve Seen Yet, but the Deal isn't On For Much Longer
It's the ideal time to install a hummingbird feeder camera, as these charming birds move south for winter
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Designers Reveal Their 5 Favorite Tricks for Transforming Outdoor Eyesores into Standout Garden Features
Spoiler: they're all really easy to recreate
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I Used to Spend Hours Misting My Houseplants – Now This Cheap Humidifier Does All the Work, and My Plants Have Never Looked Better
A humidifier is the most low-maintenance, fool-proof way to keep houseplants happy in winter
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3 Winter Tasks a Gardening Expert Never Skips With Peach Trees – He Says They're Essential for a Bigger Harvest Next Year
It's a crucial time for peach tree care
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The Secret to Long-Lasting Christmas Cactus Blooms Lies in Its Soil – Discover the Best Mix to Use and the Devastating Consequences of Choosing the Wrong Type
Trust me, the right soil can make or break your Christmas cactus display
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I’m Upgrading to a Smart Watering Gadget – so I Never Have to Worry About How Much to Water My Houseplants Again
Real-time alerts take the guesswork out of watering
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Everyone’s Obsessed with This Clever, Soil-Free Indoor Herb Garden – I’m Shopping It Now for 'Easy, Fresh Winter Harvests'
It includes a grow light with a timer and a water level indicator to make herb growing easy
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Discover Your Birth Month Succulent – 12 Special Varieties for Each Month of the Year, Plus Expert Tips on Growing Them
Bring a personalized touch to your indoor garden with a birth month succulent
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'Don’t Put Hummingbird Feeders Away for Winter' Urges a Bird Expert – They’re a Vital Resource, but Only if Properly Maintained
Migrating hummingbirds rely on feeders in certain states during the coldest months
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'Growing Bonsai Trees Has Never Been Easier’ – I’m Shopping This $27 Beginner-Friendly Kit to Grow Not 1, but 4 Miniature Trees From Scratch
It even includes a grow guide to make your efforts a success
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I Installed This Feeder Camera on a Whim – Now I'm Obsessed With The Tech and Can’t Believe How Many Songbirds Visit My Garden
It even helps me to identify them all
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5 Uplifting Landscape Design Trends Set to Define 2026 – and Why Designers Say They’re Here to Stay
It's all about design choices that will last for years to come
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Plant Expert Claims Anyone Can Grow a Smooth Hydrangea – Plus Why it’s the Best Choice for Beginners
Easy to grow with showy blooms that attract pollinators, this is a hydrangea for every yard
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These Are the 5 Worst Houseplant Myths I’ve Ever Heard – If They’re Putting You Off Buying a Plant, You Need to Read This
I write about houseplants for a living, so trust me, with a little know-how, you'll be ready to care for any kind of houseplant
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Beyond Wild Expectations: Discover a Living Museum at the Chicago Botanic Garden – Where Influential Plant Science and Captivating Garden Design Meet
In the Shida Evaluation Garden, visitors come face-to-face with staggering arbors, winding tunnels, and bright flower beds housing the latest plant varieties on trial for Midwestern gardens
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Your Birth Month Has a Signature Flower Seed – Discover the Meaning Behind All 12, Plus Expert Tips on Growing Them for Bright, Beautiful Blooms
Why not challenge yourself to grow all 12 for an abundant flower garden?
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I Use an Unexpected Tool to Stop My Houseplants Drooping Every Winter – It Costs Less Than $17 and Reliably Keeps Them Warm for Minimal Effort
A seedling heat mat can be used in a number of ways
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Finally, a Fool-Proof Way to Start Seeds Early – This Greenhouse Heater Makes it so Easy to Grow Plants from Scratch in Winter, and it’s On Sale Right Now
You can even set a controlled temperature with its digital thermostat
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How to Care for a Christmas Tree – Your Ultimate Guide to a Lush, Long-Lasting Holiday Centerpiece
From choosing the right tree, to prolonging its display, and what to do with it after the holidays, here's everything you need to get the most out of this festive staple
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