
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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Best Spider Plant Soil – Complete Soil Guide And Expert Tips For Keeping Plants Happy
Spider plants are fun and easy plants to grow, but what is the best soil for a spider plant? Selecting the right soil is important so they can thrive.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What To Plant In The Pacific Northwest This April – Plus Key Garden Tasks
Discover important gardening tasks and key crops and shrubs to add to your garden this April in Oregon, Washington, Northern California, and British Columbia.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Best Indeterminate Tomatoes: Flavor-Packed Varieties For Fresh Harvests All Summer Long
Indeterminate tomatoes are vining varieties that fruit all season. Discover their distinctive features and how to choose the best type to grow in your garden.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Best Determinate Tomatoes: Compact Varieties With Big Yields For Cooking & Canning
Determinate tomatoes are prized for their compact growth and bountiful harvests. Learn their characteristics and choose the best varieties for your garden.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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10 Flower Seeds To Sow In April For Endless Blooms Through Summer & Fall
Discover the best annual and perennial flowers to plant in April to ensure a sea of color in borders and containers that lasts all summer and into fall.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Best Tomatoes For Containers: 10 Tastiest Varieties For Plentiful Produce In Compact Areas
These are the best tomatoes for containers that prove you don't need to have a large space or elaborate garden to grow delicious produce.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Direct Sow Seeds In The Garden: Grow No-Fuss Flowers And Vegetables
Direct seeding into garden soil is a rewarding way to start plants and satisfy the urge to grow. Learn how to give flowers, vegetables, and herbs the best start.
By Teo Spengler
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Dig Into The Pros & Cons Of Community Gardening: 2 Experts Share Their Opinions
Two gardening experts examine the pros and cons of community gardening. Discover the top reasons why (or why not) to start growing in community.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Growing Tomatoes In Containers: Enjoy Bountiful Harvests In Small Spaces
Nothing says summer like homegrown tomatoes! Learn how to grow tomatoes in pots, and you'll soon be harvesting an abundant crop on the patio or balcony.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Germinate Seeds Like A Pro: Best Methods For Faster, Healthier Sprouts
Learn tried-and-tested ways to germinate seeds, including expert techniques to speed up growth and ensure your plants have the healthiest possible start.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Complete Guide To Mulching: Everything You Need To Know
All gardens, whether they are flower or vegetable, benefit from the use of mulch. Learn more about best practices of mulching your garden beds.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Are The Easiest Herbs To Grow From Seed? 8 Beginner-Friendly Edibles Anyone Can Grow
A dedicated mixed herb bed or container arrangement is a mainstay of the edible garden, but which are the easiest herbs to grow from seed? We reveal the best for beginners
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Snow On The Mountain (Euphorbia Marginata): Complete Care And Growing Guide
Snow on the Mountain is a unique succulent plant that is native to North America. Learn all about Euphorbia marginata and how to care for it in your garden.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Cheap Container Vegetable Gardening Ideas To Save Money And Maximize Space And Harvests
Keen to grow potted crops but looking to save money? Let these cheap container vegetable gardening ideas inspire you and free up funds this gardening year
By Bonnie L. Grant
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5 Sensational Succulent Arrangement Ideas For A Showstopping Container Anyone Can Try
Few things are guaranteed with gardening, but the combination of succulents with pots is an easy win. Here are some of the best succulent arrangement ideas to try
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Pacific Northwest Gardeners: Here’s Everything To Plant In March For A Thriving Garden
Learn what vegetables, flowers, shrubs, and fruits you should plant in March for best results in Oregon, Washington, Northern California, and British Columbia.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Repurpose A Satellite Dish: DIY Project For Your Garden Or Yard
Finally, some ways to upcycle your old satellite dish. Forget adding it to the landfill - learn how to use it in the garden.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Make The Perfect DIY Seed-Starting Mix: Easy Recipes For Strong, Healthy Seedlings
Try these simple, inexpensive seed-starting mixes to boost germination rates and grow better plants.
By Bonnie L. Grant