
Amy Grant
After attending college at Western Washington University, Amy moved to the big city of Seattle where she was to spend the next 28 years; 15 as a chef and the remainder as a caterer. In between weddings and catered flagship launches, she found time to indulge her love of travel by visiting 22 countries.
The daughter of a Master Gardener, Amy’s interest in gardening could be termed genetic. For over 30 years she has babied houseplants, tended her own vegetable and herb gardens, planned and executed perennial gardens for clients, and even had a hand in creating her local community garden.
Amy’s passion for food and gardening intertwine in her garden filled with fruit trees, berry brambles, herbs and veggies fresh picked for her next culinary creation.
Her love of the written word led to her current career as a freelance garden writer of over 15 years. Despite having a Booker Award winning plot idea, she has as yet to write the great American novel.
Amy now resides in Eastern Washington with her partner, their rescue dog Lillybelle, a garden full of edible plants and perennial bloomers, and houseplants galore.
Latest articles by Amy Grant
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5 Fabulous Fast-Growing Vines – That Will Quickly Climb Any Arbor, Trellis, Or Fence
These fast growing vines are perfect for covering any eyesores in your yard or creating a living fence. They will provide great visual interest, as well.
By Amy Grant
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Ideal Azalea Water Requirements – For Lush, Healthy Shrubs That Will Thrive For Years
What are an azalea's water requirements? Learn how to keep these beautiful spring-blooming shrubs happy and healthy in your yard or container garden.
By Amy Grant
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Determinate vs Indeterminate Tomatoes: What’s The Difference And Which Should You Grow?
Whether to grow determinate or indeterminate tomatoes depends on your growing space, climate, and what you want to use them for. Find out which is best for you.
By Amy Grant
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Starting Seeds In Egg Cartons: How To DIY Seedling Trays For Free
Reusing egg cartons as seed-starting pots is cost-effective and offers a wealth of benefits for your plants. Get the best out of them with our expert guide.
By Amy Grant
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Help, My Snake Plant Is Mushy! Advice For Root Rot In Snake Plants
Snake plants are hardy houseplants, but they can be susceptible to root rot. Learn how to prevent and treat this common snake plant problem.
By Amy Grant
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Starting Tomato Seeds Indoors: Step-By-Step Guide For An Extended Growing Season
Get a head start on your summer crop of tomatoes by starting seeds indoors before the last frost. Our foolproof guide covers everything you need to get growing.
By Amy Grant
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How To Make A Compost Bin On A Budget: 7 Easy DIY Projects For Beginners
Transforming kitchen scraps and garden waste into organic homemade compost couldn't be easier with these clever DIY solutions that cost almost nothing.
By Amy Grant
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Are Snake Plants Toxic To Dogs? Keep Your Pup Safe Around These Popular Houseplants
Snake plants are incredibly popular houseplants because of their hardy nature, but are they dangerous to human's best friend? Learn how to keep your pup safe.
By Amy Grant
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How Often Should You Water A Spider Plant? Tips To Keep Spider Plants Happy And Healthy
Spider plants are hardy and easy to grow, but they do need proper watering to thrive. Read our tips on how often to water your spider plants.
By Amy Grant
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A Strawberry Hanging Basket Is An Elegant Way To Grow Fresh Fruit At Your Fingertips
Love strawberries but space is at a premium? The solution is growing strawberries in hanging baskets. Learn more about growing hanging strawberries.
By Susan Albert
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Tasty Purple Tomatoes To Grow: Try These 8 Cherry, Beefsteak and Heirloom Tom Varieties
Purple tomatoes may have an unexpected appearance, but they are just as lipsmackingly yummy as their red counterparts. Here are the tastiest deep purples to try…
By Amy Grant
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Nurse Logs: Helping New Trees Take Root And Regenerating Our Forests
Nurse logs provide nutrients and infrastructure for new trees. Learn how these old logs and stumps help sustain our forests.
By Amy Grant
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Struggling To Grow? Fix These 7 Seed-Starting Mistakes Before It's Too Late
Give your seeds the best possible start and learn how to fix common errors that stunt growth, weaken plants, and prevent crops and flowers from flourishing.
By Amy Grant
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7 Types of Plants With Holes In Leaves – Fabulous Fenestrated Varieties For Your Home
Plants with holes in the leaves are called fenestrated plants. Here are 7 you can grow for a beautiful addition to your houseplant collection.
By Amy Grant
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Anthracnose In Tomato Plants: Identification, Treatment & Prevention
Anthracnose of tomato plants has a particular set of symptoms that affects the fruits, often after they have been picked. To learn more about tomato anthracnose symptoms and how to control tomato anthracnose disease, click this article for additional information.
By Liz Baessler
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Worst Time To Water Plants: Don’t Make These Common Timing Mistakes When Watering!
Good watering isn’t just about knowing how, but when. We figure it’s just as important to know the worst time to water plants – so here are the big moments to avoid!
By Amy Grant
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Perennial Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Latifolius) Care: How To Grow These Whimsical Vines
No need to replant everlasting sweet pea vines. Pretty Lathyrus Latifolius will come back in spring, though it can be invasive.
By Amy Grant
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Get Started For Spring: 8 Plants To Plant In Winter For A Head Start On Your Spring Garden
Spring may seem the natural choice for kickstarting projects, but there are plenty of satisfying ideas you can prep ahead of time with these plants to plant in winter
By Amy Grant