
Bonnie L. Grant
Bonnie Grant has been writing professionally for over 15 years about all things gardening and food. With a background as a professional chef, landscaper, and the gardener in charge of a well-known estate’s vegetable patches, she has steeped herself in the world of edible flora. Her education includes several bachelor's degrees, a culinary certificate, and certification in urban gardening. Her recent escapades have seen her install a small orchard, cultivate an edible landscape, and as a hobby, rescue and rehome wild cats. When not writing or gardening, she will often be found poring over a book or knitting a sweater. At a rough estimate, she is the custodian of around 50 houseplants, and countless outdoor leafy family members.
Latest articles by Bonnie L. Grant
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How to Propagate Snake Plants Like a Pro – Foolproof Ways to Expand Your Collection for Free
Learning how to propagate snake plants is almost as easy as caring for these lovely, low-maintenance houseplants. Follow this guide to grow your collection.
By Amy Grant
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Pruning Bougainvillea the Right Way Is the Key to More Colorful Blooms – Here's How (and When) to Do It
Learn the basics of bougainvillea pruning from how and when to trim plants to the best gear to keep yourself safe when working with thorny vines.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Ultimate Snake Plant Care Guide: Discover the Key to Stunning Snake Plants That Thrive Year-Round
Snake plants are some of the easiest houseplants to grow, but they still require the proper care to thrive. Discover exactly what they need.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Planting Potatoes in Bags Is the Quickest and Easiest Way to Harvest Your Own Homegrown Spuds – Here's How to Do It
Have you ever found yourself digging in the dirt to find your remaining spuds? Planting potatoes in a bag makes for easy growing and an even easier harvest.
By Teo Spengler
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How to Grow a Fig Tree from Seed: A Step-by-Step Propagation Guide
Don't settle for clones! Follow our scrappy gardener’s guide to turning crunchy fig pips into a full-blown tree.
By Tyler Schuster
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Aloe Vera Care: Everything You Need for a Healthy Houseplant
Master the art of growing aloe vera with this easy-to-follow guide. It's got everything you need to know about soil, light, and keeping your plant happy indoors.
By Liz Baessler
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How to Save Cucumber Seeds From Your Garden – Follow These Tips to Grow More of Your Favorite Cukes
Grow more of your favorite cucumbers by saving the seeds to plant again. Here's how to do it.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Ultimate Amaryllis Care Guide: Everything You Need To Grow These Holiday Favorites
Amaryllis always makes an appearance around the holidays, but did you know you can keep it growing for years and years? Our comprehensive care guide has everything you need to know.
By Liz Baessler
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Powdery Mildew Ruining Your Indoor Plants? Here Are the 6 Most Common Causes & How to Solve Them for Healthy Houseplants
Don't worry if you discover powdery on the indoor plants in your collection! Here's how to treat it and prevent this common problem from coming back.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Crocus Care in Winter: Keep Your Bulbs Safe for a Reliable Return
Crocuses are tough, but are they tough enough for your growing zone? Learn everything there is to know about winterizing these early spring bloomers.
By Tyler Schuster
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Complete Guide to Overwintering Container Plants: Expert Tips to Help Plants Survive the Cold Season
Save money and save your favorite pots for next summer by overwintering container plants with this easy guide. An expert walks you through exactly how to do it.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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I Visited The Biggest Trees In The Pacific Northwest & This is What They Taught Me
Trees are often relegated to the background of our lives. But taking time to visit with them and understand them has changed me. Learn what trees can teach you.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Are Garlic Scapes? How to Grow and Harvest This Tasty Bonus Crop
Garlic is an easy to grow plant that is used for its bulb and its greens. Garlic scapes are the first tender green shoots on garlic which will become bulbils. Learn more garlic scapes in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How to Care for Hyacinths: The Secret to Spectacular Spring Blooms
Plant bulbs, force flowers, and keep your hyacinths blooming with this comprehensive care guide.
By Liz Baessler
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Muscari Seed Planting: Grow Grape Hyacinth Seeds for Spring Displays that Cost Less
Dreaming of a spring garden bursting with grape hyacinths? Muscari seeds offer a thrifty way to grow those cheery blooms. Here’s how to grow grape hyacinth seeds
By Tyler Schuster
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8 Native Ground Cover Varieties For Oh-So-Easy Elegance, Plus Great Natives to Replace Your Lawn
Try these awesome native ground cover plants for easy care and a gorgeous display. There are native ground covers for every yard and landscape need.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Stop Wasting Your Weekends Cutting the Grass, Let a Robot Lawn Mower Do It for You – Here's Everything You Need to Know Before Buying
Tired of cutting grass all summer? It may be time to invest in a robot lawn mower. Learn the about the basics, pros and cons, and top models before buying.
By Tyler Schuster
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7 Fragrant Fall-Blooming Flowers for an Aromatic Autumn Garden
Fill your garden with fragrant fall-blooming plants for an intoxicating display that lasts long past the end of summer. Here are some of my favorite picks.
By Bonnie L. Grant

