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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Growing Pineapples: Learn About The Care Of Pineapple Plants
Want to grow your own pineapple in a pot or even in your garden? Click here to learn how to grow pineapple plants.
By Amy Grant
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Do You Need A License To Sell Plants From Home?
If you want to sell the plants you grow and propagate, know the rules. Read these tips first.
By Amy Grant
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Lemongrass Herbs: Learn About Growing A Lemongrass Plant
If you like cooking with lemongrass herb, you may have wondered how to grow your own. Click here to read more about growing lemongrass.
By Amy Grant
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How To Make Raisins From Homegrown Grapes
Ever wondered how to make raisins from homegrown grapes? Click here to learn how!
By Amy Grant
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Pretty Perennial Flowers That Bloom All Summer
If the color in your pretty flower garden tends to fade out in the summer, try planting some of these that are known to bloom all summer long.
By Amy Grant
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Most Invasive Species In Oregon, Washington, And Idaho
Click here for information about common invasive species in northwest regions (Washington, Oregon, and Idaho).
By Amy Grant
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8 Easy Care Houseplants That Live A Long Time
Click here to learn about our 8 favorite low maintenance houseplants that can, with proper care, live a long time.
By Amy Grant
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What Ethnobotany Teaches Us About Plants And People
Have you ever heard of an ethnobotanical garden? Click here to learn all about it.
By Amy Grant
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3 Common Gardening Mistakes That Harm The Environment
What are some common gardening mistakes that harm the environment? Click here to find out.
By Amy Grant
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Goatscaping: A Green Way To Get Rid Of Weeds
If you've ever wondered if, and how, you can hire goats for grazing weed control, click here for everything you need to know.
By Amy Grant
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Can You Eat Pine Cones From Any Pine Tree?
Are pinecones edible? What parts of a pinecone can you eat? Click here to learn more.
By Amy Grant
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How To Plant A Waffle Garden In Dry Desert Soil
Challenges of growing food in super dry areas were conquered by the ancient Zunis using waffle gardening. Click for more.
By Amy Grant
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Zone 6 Vegetable Planting: Tips On Growing Vegetables In Zone 6
Live in USDA zone 6? Then you have a wealth of zone 6 vegetable planting options. One of the most important factors when growing vegetables in zone 6 is knowing the correct planting times for zone 6. Click this article to find out when to plant vegetables in zone 6.
By Amy Grant
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What Is Creeping Germander: Tips On Growing Germander Groundcover
Many herb plants come from the Mediterranean and, as such, are drought, soil and exposure tolerant. Creeping germander is one of those. Read this article for more information about growing germander plants.
By Amy Grant
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White Strawberry Plants: Tips For Growing White Strawberries
Most of us think of luscious, juicy red strawberries, but these berries are white. Now that I've piqued your interest, let's learn about growing white strawberries and what types of white strawberries are available. This article has more information.
By Amy Grant
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Peppers That Aren’t Hot: Growing Different Types Of Sweet Peppers
Hot peppers are popular with their varied colors, shapes and heat indexes. But let's not forget about the various types of sweet peppers. For those folks who prefer peppers that aren't hot, click this article to find out about the different kinds of sweet peppers.
By Amy Grant
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Striving Towards Sustainability In The Garden
In this day and age of sustainability I am embarrassed to admit I could do more. That doesn’t mean I do nothing, though. Click for more.
By Amy Grant
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Messiest Trees That Drop Debris Everywhere
Want to know which trees will create the biggest messes in your home landscape? Click here to find out.
By Amy Grant
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Strawberry Seed Growing: Tips On Saving Strawberry Seeds
It's obvious that strawberries have seeds, so how about saving strawberry seeds to grow? The question is how to save strawberry seeds for planting. Inquiring minds want to know, so click this article to find out what I learned about growing strawberry seeds.
By Amy Grant
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What Is A Hardy Chicago Fig – Learn About Cold Tolerant Fig Trees
Generally, folks living in cooler climes can't grow figs, right? Wrong. Meet the Chicago Hardy fig. This cold tolerant fig tree that can be grown in USDA zones 5-10 - perfect for cold weather regions. Click here to find out about growing hardy Chicago fig.
By Amy Grant
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What Is A Snofozam Tree – Snow Fountain Cherry Info And Care
If you?re looking for a flowering tree to accent your garden, try growing a Snow Fountain cherry. Click the article that follows to find out how to grow a snow fountain cherry, along with other useful Snow Fountain cherry information.
By Amy Grant
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Satsuma Plum Care: Learn About Japanese Plum Growing
The most common plum variety grown is European plum, which is primarily turned into preserves and other cooked products. If you want a juicy plum to eat right off the tree, the choice is most likely a Satsuma Japanese plum tree. Click here for more info.
By Amy Grant