Latest articles by Bonnie L. Grant
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Muscari Seed Planting: Grow Grape Hyacinth Seeds for Spring Displays that Cost LessDreaming 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
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8 Native Ground Cover Varieties For Oh-So-Easy Elegance, Plus Great Natives to Replace Your LawnTry these awesome native ground cover plants for easy care and a gorgeous display. There are native ground covers for every yard and landscape need.
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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 BuyingTired 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.
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7 Fragrant Fall-Blooming Flowers for an Aromatic Autumn GardenFill 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.
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Are Chrysanthemums Toxic To Cats? Everything You Need To Know To Keep Kitty Safe This FallMums are classic fall flowers, but they can be dangerous for our feline friends. Learn about keeping your cats safe around mums this fall.
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Pruning Echinacea: Expert Guide For Better Coneflowers and Healthy Plants Year After YearGet the absolute most out of your echinacea plants by pruning them like the pros.
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Tomato Blossom End Rot Symptoms and TreatmentGot strange, dark spots on the bottoms of your tomatoes? It might be blossom end rot. We'll tell you how to spot it and get rid of it.
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Do Deer Eat Mums? How to Protect These Fall Garden Favorites From Bambi and FriendsAre your favorite fall flowers at risk? I answer the question, "Do deer eat mums?" and provide some simple tips to keep hungry grazers at bay this autumn.
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“Yes, I Turned My Rocky Soil Into A Lush Plant Paradise! Here's How You Can Do The Same” – Expert Reveals 4 Ground-Breaking TricksIf you have issues growing in rocky soil, all is not lost – there are things you can do to cultivate your own gorgeous green nirvana, as our gardening expert reveals
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How To Get Rid Of Weeds Between Pavers Permanently – 8 Best Methods For A Weed-Free PatioBattling weeds between pavers can feel like an endless chore, but we have gathered our best patio weed control methods to make the task a little easier on you.
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How To Deadhead Mums To Keep Chrysanths Blooming At Their Best All Through FallThese flowering stalwarts have the potential to take you right through fall – but this one thing can guarantee the longest blooming displays. Here's how to deadhead mums
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Take It Easy! Slow Gardening Is The Low-Stress Philosophy You (And Your Plants) Need This SummerSlow down this summer with the slow gardening trend. Find out how you can rest, relax, and reconnect with nature to grow a better garden.
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I’m Allergic To Yellowjackets and Here’s How I Safely Battled Them In My Backyard, Plus Tips to Keep You SafeYellowjackets can be extremely dangerous to humans, especially for those people who are allergic to yellowjacket stings. Learn how to safely eliminate them.
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I'm a Professional Chef and Gardener – These Are the 5 Vegetables I'll Never Waste Time Growing AgainAfter years of working in kitchens and gardens, Bonnie Grant learned the hard way that some crops just aren't worth the effort.
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How To Read The Back Of A Seed Packet – Expert Tips For First-Time GardenersMany people prefer to start their gardens from seeds. Understanding seed packet will help you to grow better flowers and vegetables. Learn some expert tips.
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How To Prune Orchids The Right Way: Reinvigorate Key Orchid Species For Better Blooms And Happier PlantsWhile it’s important to prune regularly to keep plants looking and feeling their best, it’s not always clear how to prune orchids. Here’s our guide to making those essential cuts
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Super Low-Maintenance, Small Rock Garden Ideas to Add Visual Interest to Your LandscapeA small rock garden is a great way to change up your landscape design, save on water, or deal with an existing rocky area of your yard.
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Solve All Your Snake Plant Problems by Avoiding These 7 Mistakes You Probably Don’t Even Know You’re MakingEven good plant parents can make mistakes. Get rid of all your snake plant problems by avoiding these 7 simple errors.
