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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How To Propagate Basil: The Best Methods For Success
Why go all winter without delicious fresh basil? Learn how to propagate basil cuttings or seeds to enjoy it fresh in your best recipes all year round.
By Amy Grant
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6 Special Mother’s Day Ideas For Moms Who Love To Garden
As you look for mother’s day ideas, think flowers, plants and gardening help, or make a terrarium or a sweet garden stepping stone.
By Amy Grant
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7 Cut-and-Come-Again Flowers To Grow In Your Garden
Grow your own gorgeous cut flowers that you can harvest throughout the season. This pick of generous blooms will keep your vases occupied all summer long.
By Amy Grant
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Portulaca: Complete Plant Care And Growing Guide
Grow a beautiful portulaca for a lovely, multi-colored cascade of summer flowers. Easy to grow and not at all fussy.
By Stan V. Griep
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How Often To Water Orchids – The Definitive Guide
Orchids are too often victims of under and over-watering. Discover how often popular species need to be watered and the key signs to look for.
By Amy Grant
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5 Fast-Growing Intercrops To Max Out Your Vegetable Garden
Even the smallest gardens can have mighty growing potential. These delicious intercrops are quick and easy to grow and will make your veg plot more productive.
By Amy Grant
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9 Annual Flowers That Bloom All Summer Long
This curated pick of show-stopping annuals will fill out your garden beds, containers, and hanging baskets until the end of summer.
By Amy Grant
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Umbrella Plant Propagation: A Complete How-To Guide
Propagating cuttings from schefflera plants is a simple and inexpensive way to create a collection of impressive plants for gifts or home décor. Learn more rooting schefflera cuttings in this article.
By Anne Baley
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8 Flowering Perennials For Pots – To Bring Joy Every Year
These beautiful perennials are long-term investments for your container garden, as they will return year after year with a profusion of blooms.
By Amy Grant
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10 Best Apartment Plants To Turn Your Small Space Into An Oasis
The best apartment plants can lend an ambience of the tropics, brighten up a space, or add a touch of drama, and turn an apartment into a relaxing oasis.
By Amy Grant
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8 Unusual Flowers To Grow In Your Cutting Garden
Are you bored of traditional roses and peonies in your flower arrangements? Look beyond the obvious and plant these showstopping blooms in your cutting garden.
By Amy Grant
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Pruning Dogwood Trees So They Look Their Best – How & When To Do It
They are such a treasure, it’s important to know the how and when particulars about pruning dogwood trees.
By Jackie Carroll
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Calathea Zebrina: Complete Care And Growing Guide
Attractively exotic, calathea zebrina will add some tropical flair and interest to your houseplant collection.
By Jackie Rhoades
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Guide To Seeding Carrots: How To Give Carrots A Strong Start
Seeding carrots can be fun, since they are so small. A great way to plant carrot seeds is to enclose them in homemade seed tape. Learn how to do it.
By Amy Grant
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5 Hard-To-Kill Orchids That Anyone Can Grow
Orchids may seem like mysterious, advanced houseplants, but don't be deterred – these easy-care varieties will suit growers of all skill levels.
By Amy Grant
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10 Hot Weather Vegetables That Thrive In Sweltering Summer Heat
These hot weather vegetables, fruits, and flowers can handle the heat! A Georgia Master Gardener shares his top picks for hot and humid summer gardens.
By Laura Walters
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Front Yard Herb Garden Ideas To Spice Up Your Landscape
Use your imagination and plant a lovely front yard herb garden. You’ll love the convenience, the fragrance and the beauty, and pollinators will appreciate it.
By Amy Grant
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8 Long-Lasting Cut Flowers You Can Grow In The Garden
What could be more rewarding than growing a cutting garden filled with beautiful flowers? To get maximum enjoyment from your blooms, however, it's important to choose varieties with a long vase life. We reveal the loveliest varieties that will endure in cut flower arrangements for up to two weeks.
By Amy Grant