
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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8 Flowering Shrubs That Bloom All Summer – To Vamp Up Borders & Sweeten Your Curb AppealLooking for the longest blooming bushes for your borders, pathways and lawn edgings? You'll love these 8 flowering shrubs that bloom all summer long
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Pollinate Tomatoes: Give Plants A Hand For Bigger HarvestsWith the right techniques, hand-pollinating tomatoes can make all the difference between a lackluster season and a productive one. Learn how to get it right.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Balcony Containers: 15 Best Flowering And Cropping Plants For Balcony GrowingAlthough balconies can be challenging spaces, there are plenty of ornamentals and edibles you can cultivate. Here are the best 15 plants for balcony growing
By Susan Albert
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Best Mulch For Tomatoes: Expert Guide To Boost Yields, Lock In Moisture & Keep Weeds At BayThe right mulch can transform your tomato crop – helping plants thrive while saving time, water, and effort in every type of garden.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Attract Finches To Your Yard – Planting & Feeding Tips To Bring Them Back For More!The family of finches are amongst our most beloved songbirds – but how can you bring more to your garden? Find out how to attract finches with smart feeding and planting ideas
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How Often To Water Tomato Plants – And How To Get It Right In Any SituationOne of the most crucial parts of tomato care is knowing how often and much to water them. Learn how to get it right every time for a bumper harvest.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Ultimate Snake Plant Fertilizer Guide For Lush, Healthy HouseplantsSnake plants are pretty easy-going houseplants, but they might still benefit from fertilizing. Learn how and when to fertilize for happy and healthy plants.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Is Epsom Salt Good For Tomato Plants? How And When To Use It For A Better CropEpsom salt is often touted as a cure-all for tomato plants, but it should only be used where there is a need. Find out how to apply it – and when to hold back.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Orchid Potting Mediums: How To Choose The Best Mix For Thriving HouseplantsGive your orchids the foundation they need to produce those stunning blooms by understanding which type of potting mix supports healthy, happy plants.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Create A Layered Garden – Landscape Design Principles For Every GardenerA layered garden will take your landscape to the next level. For both vertical and horizontal eye appeal, as well as seasonal interest, try this method.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Get Rid Of White Fuzzy Mold On SeedlingsIf you've spotted white, fluffy fungus on seed starting soil, seedlings, or seeds, then you need to deal with it quickly before you lose your plants.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Why Calcium Matters For Tomato Plants: Prevent Disease & Increase YieldsFind out how to maximize your harvest and prevent dreaded diseases such as blossom end rot by increasing calcium for tomato plants.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How & When To Divide Daffodils For More Uplifting Bursts Of Sunny Spring ColorGrow more of your favorite spring bulbs by learning how and when to divide daffodils. Share sunny blooms with family, friends, or expand your own collection!
By Tonya Barnett
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How To Harden Off Seedlings For Stronger, More Successful PlantsBefore planting seedlings in the garden, help them acclimate to life outdoors by hardening them off. The result will be stronger, more resilient plants.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Growing Cherry Tomatoes: The Ultimate Guide For The Sweetest, Freshest HarvestLearning how to grow sweet, juicy cherry tomatoes is so rewarding and perfect for any space. Discover everything you need to get get planting and harvesting.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Top 10 Flower Seeds To Sow In May For A Joyful Summer Garden Bursting With ColorSow the seeds of summer this month with our recommended pick of annual and perennial flowers that will create a rich tapestry of color all season long.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Fertilizing Seedlings The Right Way: An Expert Guide For Healthy PlantsNot sure when to start fertilizing seedlings – or how much product to use? Learn how to feed young plants without burning them, plus common mistakes to avoid.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Is A Pollinator Garden? Grow Gorgeous Blooms While Benefiting Your Local EcosystemPollinator gardens look great and also provide a diverse ecosystem that benefits your local pollinating insects and animals. Get started today with this guide!
By Bonnie L. Grant

