These 6 Clever Tricks Will Stop Squirrels From Digging Up Your Spring Bulbs for Good
Tell me if this sounds familiar: you spend an afternoon planting bulbs, the kind of day that makes you feel quietly accomplished — soil under…
Amber Noyes
Amber Noyes was born and raised in a suburban California town, San Mateo. She holds a master’s degree in horticulture from the University of California as well as a BS in Biology from the University of San Francisco. With experience working on an organic farm, water conservation research, farmers’ markets, and plant nursery, she understands what makes plants thrive and how we can better understand the connection between microclimate and plant health. When she’s not on the land, Amber loves informing people of new ideas/things related to gardening, especially organic gardening, houseplants, and growing plants in a small space.
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Author: Amber Noyes
Amber Noyes was born and raised in a suburban California town, San Mateo. She holds a master's degree in horticulture from the University of California as well as a BS in Biology from the University of San Francisco. With experience working on an organic farm, water conservation research, farmers' markets, and plant nursery, she understands what makes plants thrive and how we can better understand the connection between microclimate and plant health. When she’s not on the land, Amber loves informing people of new ideas/things related to gardening, especially organic gardening, houseplants, and growing plants in a small space.
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12 Wonderful Reasons Every Gardener Should Grow Calendula
Calendula is not just a charming daisy-like flower. You have a lot of reasons to grow it! It’s great for your garden’s beauty – and…
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12 Bee-Friendly Ground Covers That Can Handle Foot Traffic and Still Look Like a Perfect Green Lawn
Ever find yourself staring down at your patchy, sunburned lawn thinking, “There has to be a better way than spending every weekend mowing, watering, and…
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Ready to Grow Indoors? Here’s What Every Gardener Should Have
Staring your own seeds indoors isn’t just a massive money-saver, it’s also an incredibly rewarding experience. You just have to make sure you have all…
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How to Layer Bulbs in a Container for a Bulb Lasagne That Blooms From February to June
Every gardener I know hits that same November moment — the borders are fading fast, the days are short, and everything looks a bit… finished….
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10 Must-Do End-of-Spring Tasks Every Perennial Gardener Should Tackle
Well, spring is coming to an end and summer’s coming, with sunshine, bumper crops and… Lots of work for perennial gardeners! Yes, we are all…
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5 Things to Do With Hostas in the Fall to Keep Plants Healthy and Have Great Displays Year After Year
If you grow hostas, you know the heartbreak of watching those lush, picture-perfect mounds fade when fall arrives. One week they’re full and flawless, and…
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15 Slug Proof Shade Perennials That Won’t Get Munched by Molluscs
If you’ve ever lost a favorite plant to slugs, you know that sinking feeling. One day everything looks perfect, and the next morning your hostas…
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What to Plant in February for a Longer, Healthier Vegetable Harvest
What a cold month is February! Not the best time to work outside in your vegetable garden, is it? But it’s the ideal period to…
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A Complete Guide To Having Perfect Soil For Your Tomatoes
Growing perfect tomatoes starts with good soil. Whether you are growing in containers or the garden, the key to healthy tomato plants that yield juicy,…
