
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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Expert Guide On How To Grow And Care For Tree Collards
If you’re a big fan of brassicas such as cabbage and kale then you’ll adore tree collards. Discover the joys of growing and harvesting this distinctive leafy treat
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Ruth Stout Method Of Low-Maintenance No-Till Gardening
If you’re a busy gardener, the Ruth Stout method will seriously trim back your work time. It's not flashy, but it's a highly effective way to no-till garden.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Gorgeous Drought-Tolerant Container Plants For Full Sun And Heat
Worried your pot-based annuals and perennials are going to feel the burn this summer? Try these drought-tolerant container plants for full sun and heat – and let the good times roll
By Bonnie L. Grant
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The Secret To Growing Perfect Tomatoes: Expert Tips From A Chef-Turned-Gardener
Trained professional chef and gardening expert Bonnie Grant shares her advice on growing a bountiful crop of delicious tomatoes – for your best-ever harvest.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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8 Beautiful Herbs That Belong In Flowerbeds – Grow An Edimental Paradise
Discover flavorsome herbs that double as ornamental plants. Possessing pretty blooms and unique foliage, they won't look out of place nestled among the flowers.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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7 Hydrangea Care Mistakes To Avoid If You Want Stunning Blooms
Hydrangeas are heroes of the summer garden, but these common care errors will stunt plants' growth potential and result in poor flowering.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Grow And Care For An Easter Lily Cactus
Imagine the fragrance of a large bloom from an Easter lily cactus in your home. This unusual cactus loves gritty soil, warm dry air and lots of light.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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21 Plants That Like Heat And Full Sun For Summer Gardens
If you live in a hot climate or have a hot area in your yard, plants that like full sun and heat are just waiting for you to discover them.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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7 Garden Watering Mistakes That Harm Plants And Waste Water
Watering the garden is essential to keep plants thriving – especially during dry periods. Avoid these common watering errors to ensure healthy, happy plants.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Make Tomato Plants Grow Faster: 7 Tips For An Early Bounty
Accelerate the growth rate of your tomatoes – without sacrificing flavor – and start enjoying a delicious crop in as little as four weeks from planting.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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6 Rose Deadheading Mistakes To Avoid If You Want Blooms All Summer Long
Deadheading roses is key to maximizing their flowering period. However, these common errors will nip plants' blooming potential in the bud.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Care For Flaming Katy: Growing Flaming Katy Indoors And Out
Flaming Katy is a lovely kalanchoe to add to your succulent collection. To enjoy the “flaming” red flowers, learn all there is to know about Flaming Katy plant care.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Best Sound Barrier Plants To Block The Noise From Busy Roads
Enjoy a little more peace and quiet by using plants as sound barriers around your home for noise-blocking the din of traffic.
By Jackie Carroll
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8 Ways To Speed Up Composting: Easy Solutions For An Organic Garden
Homemade compost is a mainstay of organic gardening, but it can take a year or more to develop. Learn how to accelerate composting, without sacrificing quality.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Sweetest And Best Tasting Tomatoes: Great Heirloom, Hybrid And Cherry Toms To Try
With so many tomatoes to choose from, it’s sometimes hard to know which to grow for superlative flavor. Here we present the sweetest and most sublime best tasting tomatoes to try
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Make A Tomato Hanging Basket – Perfect For Porches & Patios
Growing tomatoes in hanging baskets is ideal for small spaces and offers an accessible harvest. Discover how to plant a basket – and the best varieties to grow.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Common Vegetable Garden Diseases and Pests
These bacterial and viral diseases, pests, and environmental problems can all set your vegetable garden back.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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7 Planting Mistakes That Will Spoil Seedlings & Tender Plants
Seedlings and young plants need tender loving care when transplanting to the garden. Avoid these common errors to ensure healthy growth.
By Bonnie L. Grant