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
-
Tomato Temperature Tolerance: Best Growing Temp For Tomatoes
A suitable tomato plant can be found to grow in almost any climate and environment. Tomato temperature tolerance varies depending upon the cultivar, and there are many. Learn more in this article.
By Amy Grant
-
Best Vegetables To Grow For Sustainability
What are the best vegetables to grow for sustainability? Click here and find out.
By Amy Grant
-
Harvest Time For Tomatoes: When To Pick Tomatoes
When do you harvest tomatoes? When they turn red is the obvious answer, but there's more to it than that. Click to learn more.
By Amy Grant
-
Uses For Dandelions: What To Do With Dandelions
Dandelions are considered weeds by many people, but they're actually useful. Consider all the uses for dandelions before dismissing them.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
-
Garlic As Pest Control: Tips For Controlling Pests With Garlic
Insects either love garlic or detest it. Some don't mind it, but others avoid it like the plague. Learn how to use it to your advantage here.
By Amy Grant
-
How To Identify Hornet, Wasp, and Bee Nests
Learn how to determine the differences among nests made by bees, wasps and hornets. It might save you a nasty sting.
By Amy Grant
-
Tomato Leaves Curling? Common Causes & How To Treat Them
If you see the leaves on your tomato plants curling up and turning crumply, learn here about what’s happening and what you can do.
By Nikki Tilley
-
Zucchini Leaves Turning Yellow: Reasons For Yellow Leaves On Zucchini
If you see the leaves on your zucchini plants turning yellow, don’t panic. Learn about the causes and ways to fix the problem.
By Amy Grant
-
Zucchini Plant Protection: Protecting Zucchini Plants From Frost And Pests
Zucchini is a generally easy to grow, reliably prolific producer - as long as you can keep pests away. Early frosts can also dash your hopes for zucchini bread and other squash treats. In the following article, we'll discuss how to protect zucchini squash from both.
By Amy Grant
-
Rattlesnake Plant Care: How To Grow Rattlesnake Houseplants
The rattlesnake plant is a decorative perennial with strappy, spotted leaves and deep purple undersides. Click to learn more.
By Mary H. Dyer
-
What Causes Deformed Zucchini And Squash?
Do you have weird looking zucchini or other garden squash? Learn why it happens and what to do.
By Amy Grant
-
Mint Plant Companions – What Plants Grow Well With Mint
If you have herbs, you probably have mint. But what should you be growing your mint next to? Click for mint companion planting tips.
By Amy Grant
-
How Community Gardens Benefit The Economy And Your Wallet
Learn about the diverse and important movement toward community gardening and how community gardens benefit everyone.
By Amy Grant
-
Trimming Basil Leaves: Tips For Cutting Back Basil Plants
Basil plants are known for their outstanding aromas. The leaves of this herb have a high concentration of essential oils, making it a great addition to various cuisines. What then is the best way of pruning back basil plant leaves? Find out here.
By Amy Grant
-
Hazelnut Tree Pollination – Do Hazelnut Trees Need To Cross Pollinate
How do hazelnut trees get pollinated? The answer is a little weird. Click here to learn all about this strange process.
By Amy Grant
-
Growing Jade Houseplants - Tips For The Care And Maintenance Of Jade Plants
Jade plant care is easy. With a little TLC and proper jade plant care, you'll have a beautiful plant for years to come. Learn more here.
By Heather Rhoades
-
How Deep To Plant Tomatoes For Thriving Plants
How deep should you plant tomato plants? Find out by clicking here.
By Amy Grant
-
Best Vegetables To Grow In The Pacific Northwest
What are the best vegetables to grow in Pacific Northwest gardens? Click here to find out.
By Amy Grant
-
How To Tell When Carrots Are Ready To Harvest
Carrots are easy to grow in a garden with deep, loose soil. Learn how to know when carrots are ready to harvest here.
By Jackie Carroll
-
8 Common Container Gardening Mistakes To Avoid
Container gardening isn't the same as growing in the garden. Click here to learn how to avoid the 8 common container gardening mistakes.
By Amy Grant
-
Common Moth Species You Might Find In The Garden
Not as pretty as butterflies, moths are pollinators, too. Learn about different types of moths in your garden.
By Amy Grant
-
Why Tying Or Braiding Daffodil Leaves Isn’t A Good Idea
Should you braid your daffodil leaves after they're done blooming? Is it a good idea? Click here to find out.
By Amy Grant