Is Your Soil Starving for Calcium? Here’s 9 Best Ways to add Calcium to your Garden
We all know that plants need nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, but what about those other essential nutrients that keep plants thriving at a cellular level?…
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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When to Prune Each Type of Hydrangea (And How to Do It Like a Professional!)
Feeling anxious about pruning your Hydrangeas? You’re not alone. Many people dread and feel confused about pruning hydrangeas, unsure about when and how to prune…
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5 Easy Steps To Speed Up the Decomposition of Leaf Compost Piles
Falling leaves are one of the beauties of autumn. But just because they are beautiful doesn’t mean they can’t be practical, and we can show…
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8 Things to Do with Peonies at the End of the Season to Prepare for Winter
As the first breath of winter reaches your garden, your peonies need to be safe from the harsh weather, and you need to give them…
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11 Secrets for Getting Your Christmas Cactus to Bloom Beautifully Long After the Holidays
Christmas cactus has really striking, exotic flowers – but a bad reputation! Yes, we all went through the disappointment… We bought it one winter in…
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15 Plants That Beg You Not to Prune Them This Fall, and When to Cut Them Back Instead
“Fall is pruning time, and I am going to cut all my plants…” Stop! You cannot cut all trees and shrubs in this season, even…
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What to Prune In Late Fall : Types of Pruning to Be Done from September to November
Fall is a busy time for gardeners, and a main task of this season is pruning! While from September to November the plants in my…
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10 Can’t-Miss Fall/Winter Hydrangea Care Tips for Gorgeous Blooms Next Season
Fall care for hydrangeas isn’t just important—it’s a garden must-do! As autumn rolls in they are are “going to bed”, into dormancy, this is the…
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10 Proven Tips to Plant Bulbs in Fall for Stunning Blooms Next Spring
As the vibrant colors of summer fade into autumn, it’s the ideal time to plan for a stunning spring garden. Fall is the time to…
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How to Plant Your Garlic This Fall for the Biggest and Best Bulbs
Planting garlic in the fall can lead to an impressive harvest the following summer, as the cooler temperatures and winter dormancy period can help to…
