
Allie Kerkhoff
Allie Kerkhoff joined Gardening Know How in 2020 and is currently Senior Manager of Ecommerce. She holds a Master’s in Economics from the University of British Columbia and has a professional background in strategic planning, digital publishing, and revenue strategy. At Gardening Know How, Allie works closely with editorial and marketing teams to research gardening trends and evaluate tools, products, and innovations for readers. Through her writing, she helps gardeners discover practical solutions, smart upgrades, and worthwhile investments for their outdoor spaces.
Before stepping into her current role, Allie worked in brand partnerships for Gardening Know How, collaborating with everyone from small makers to major gardening brands. Managing vendor relationships, product selection, and marketing strategy gave her firsthand insight into how gardening products are designed, marketed, and used. That experience informs her product research and writing today, helping her identify which tools and accessories truly make gardening easier, more accessible, and more enjoyable — especially for beginners.
Allie lives in the Pacific Northwest, where she’s slowly transforming her outdoor space into a lush personal retreat (with plenty of help from the GKH community). When she’s not researching garden tools or testing products in her backyard, she enjoys reading fantasy novels, spending summer days out on the Puget Sound, and relaxing with her two cats, Iris and Archie. She loves learning alongside readers and believes the right tools — and a little encouragement — can help anyone grow something beautiful.
Latest articles by Allie Kerkhoff
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Target Just Dropped the Cutest Nautical Outdoor Collection — Here Are 9 Pieces I'm Using to Turn My Patio Into a Seaside RetreatIf you want to turn your patio into a chic seaside retreat, this elevated, coastal-inspired collection is the best place to start.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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ALDI Just Dropped the Ultimate Cozy Hammock Chair for Spring — But At $19.99, It's Guaranteed to Sell Out FastCreate a cozy outdoor reading nook with this budget-friendly hammock chair.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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This "Invisible" IKEA Plant Stand Is My New Go-To Privacy Screen — Plus, It's Perfect for Small SpacesWith this plant stand, you can create a private outdoor oasis without blocking the summer breeze.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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This $20 Clothing Rack Is My Go-To Plant Stand — It's Mobile, Renter-Friendly and a Massive Space-SaverThis clever hack is the ultimate way to display your houseplants in a small space.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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ALDI Is Selling This Popular "It" Hydrangea for Just $9.99 — But It's Guaranteed to Sell Out FastAt $9.99, the ever-popular 'Annabelle' Hydrangea is an absolute steal.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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A Garden Kneeler May Be the Secret to Future-Proofing Your Joints — And Keep You Gardening for Years to ComeIf you want to keep gardening comfortably for decades, protecting your joints is key.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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I Waited All Year for Home Depot’s Spring Black Friday — Here Are the Flowering Shrubs I'm Buying Before They Sell OutHere are the best roses, hydrangeas, azaleas, and one must-have peony to snag before they sell out!
By Allie Kerkhoff
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ALDI Just Dropped the Prettiest $10 Rain Chains — Here Are 6 Dupes If Your Store Is Already Sold OutThis practical upgrade guides rainwater from your gutters directly to your garden. It hydrates your plants and creates a stunning feature.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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I'm Obsessed With ALDI’s New Whimsical Garden Accents — So I Found 12 Dupes to Turn Your Yard Into a FairytaleFrom mushroom rain chains to playful animal figurines, these accents add a touch of whimsy to your spring garden.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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ALDI Just Dropped a Raised Garden Bed That Requires Zero Tools to Assemble — But It's Sure to Sell Out FastThis brilliant raised bed snaps together in minutes, but you'll have to act fast before it disappears from ALDI's shelves.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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It's So Easy to Turn Your Backyard Into a Hummingbird Hangout — You Just Need to Provide the Right Nesting MaterialsThis simple, low-effort garden upgrade gives hummers exactly what they need to build their spring nests right in your own backyard.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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Solar Lights Are the Easiest Way to Transform Your Outdoor Space — And I'm Obsessed With These Amazon Spring Sale PicksWhether you need string lights, spotlights or fun decorative accents, shop the Amazon spring deals that will instantly elevate your yard.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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Amazon’s Big Spring Sale Is the Perfect Excuse to Upgrade Your Birding Setup — Here's What I'm Snapping UpFrom smart camera feeders to helpful hummingbird houses, here are the Amazon deals you need to turn your backyard into a bird sanctuary.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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The Gardening Gear We Swear By Is Finally on Sale — Shop Our Top Picks From Amazon's Big Spring SaleEach of these 12 picks is well loved by our experts here at Gardening Know How. Shop the exact tools, planters, and garden gear we rely on every spring — now on sale.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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This One Tool Cleared All the Moss From My Lawn in 30 Minutes — And It Was So EasyIf you're tired of breaking your back trying to manually rake moss out of your grass, this dethatcher is the ultimate low-effort, high-impact lawn hack.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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DIY Raised Beds Are Shockingly Expensive — So I Found These 9 Budget-Friendly Picks InsteadBuilding your own raised beds sounds great in theory, but can be surprisingly costly. Instead, try these 9 budget-friendly picks.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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Turn Your Bird Bath Into a Gorgeous Solar Fountain for Only $15 — Your Backyard Birds Will Thank YouThis $15 solar pump is the key to creating a bubbling bird bath that makes your backyard birds (and you!) happier.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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Tired of Aches and Pains in the Garden? I Finally Upgraded to Ergonomic Garden Tools and My Joints Have Never Been HappierIf weeding leaves you with a sore back and aching knees the next day, it's time to upgrade your toolkit. Here is what I use to take the strain out of gardening.
By Allie Kerkhoff

