
Caroline Bloomfield
With a deep history of gardening in her background as well as master gardeners and a horticulturist in her family tree, Caroline has enjoyed living in several different regions of the country, She has learned to garden in diverse climates including the damp coastal northwest, the extraordinary heat of the south, and the chilly climes of New England. Settled in the Pacific Northwest, her surroundings include dogwood, magnolia, lilac, Japanese maple, and elm trees, as well as herbs and flowers and an occasional vegetable.
As a writer, Caroline graduated with honors from Southern Maine University in 1998 and has been creating, writing, and editing in a wide range of subject areas and voices for 19 years. Her writing background includes business communications, magazine articles, mobile security, tech and legal writing and blogging, with a special interest in SEO and UX writing. Her marketing and public relations background is based in the field of educational media. Formerly a senior litigation paralegal, Caroline adds to her gardening and writing interests as a licensed hypnotherapist, a certified Quantum healing practitioner and lover of European travel. She is also a big fan of Maui.
Caroline has been with Gardening Know How since January of 2019 as manager of marketing communications, serving in editorial and marketing capacities. Since joining the GKH team Caroline has been instrumental in assisting with various marketing campaigns, including the creation of sponsored posts in the company’s business-to-business division. She has interviewed and written detailed profiles for GKH’s community garden sponsorship program and served as liaison between grant recipients and the company. In addition to co-writing the company’s e-books and web copy, she is responsible for copy-editing hundreds of new gardening articles for the company’s website and blog, ensuring they are brand appropriate, reliable, informative, and optimized for the Internet.
Latest articles by Caroline Bloomfield
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Why Does Bee Decline Matter: What All Gardeners And Consumers Need To Know
The Pollinators documentary is powerful. The truth about the decline of bees should serve as a high-level alert to everyone. Learn what you can do here.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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What To Do With Rose Hips: How To Harvest Rose Hips For A Tasty Treat
Once the petals fall from roses, the flower leaves behind the hips. There are plenty of nutritional rose hips, and they're tasty too.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Children’s Victory Garden: Ideas And Learning Activities For Kids
Do your kids know what a Victory Garden is? This might be the perfect time for a fun project or valuable history lesson through gardening. Learn more here.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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Swiss Chard Care – How To Grow Swiss Chard In Your Garden
If you’re a person who values your leafy greens, you may want to grow a crop of colorful Swiss chard. For people on a vegan or keto eating plan, it is the perfect companion to spinach and kale. It’s easy to grow, so click here to learn about Swiss chard care in your garden.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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How To Protect Outdoor Plants In Winter
Protecting plants in winter can help prevent winter scald, frozen roots, foliar damage and even death. Cold weather plant protection takes a little pre-planning, and this article will help.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Peach Tree Care: How To Grow Peaches
Peach tree care requires a commitment to learning how to grow peaches. Peach trees need a regular routine of care which you can find here.
By Gardening Know How
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Lilac Bush Is Not Blooming – Why Won’t My Lilac Bush Bloom
When a lilac bush is not blooming, it means there are a few things to investigate, so let’s explore the issues in this article.
By Gardening Know How
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Dandelion Growing Info: How To Grow And Harvest Dandelions
It may be a little odd to have an article about how to grow dandelions. After all, most gardeners consider them weeds. Once you know more about them, you might change your mind. Click here for more info.
By Heather Rhoades
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Growing Gooseberries - Tips To Grow Gooseberry Bushes
Gooseberry bushes are really cold hardy. Anywhere you have fruit plants that won't grow because of the temperature, you will probably have no trouble growing gooseberries. Learn more here.
By Gardening Know How
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How To Grow Roses For A Gorgeous Garden Full Of Romantic Blooms
Rose gardens are known for their peaceful beauty, fragrance and symbolism. Starting a rose garden takes some planning and a special love for gorgeous blooms.
By Nikki Tilley
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Common Peach Diseases: Peach Tree Care For Sick Trees
Grow a peach tree in your yard and you’ll never go back to store-bought. The rewards are great, but peach tree care calls for some careful attention so they don’t fall prey to some of the common peach diseases. Learn what these are and how to manage them here.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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Winter Mulch Information: Tips On Mulching Plants For Winter
Winter mulching is a popular practice and it's a great way to protect your plants while they're dormant. Read this article for more winter mulch information. Click here and get started with protecting plants over winter.
By Kristi Waterworth
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What Are Deciduous Trees And Shrubs: Types Of Deciduous Trees And Shrubs
Deciduous shrubs and trees add vibrant blooms in spring and summer, colorful foliage in fall and then drop their leaves prior to winter?s nap. Read here to learn more about the life cycle of deciduous plants.
By Susan Patterson
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Kiwi Fruit - Growing Hardy Kiwi Vine In Gardens
Hardy kiwi plants give gardeners in cooler zones an opportunity to grow kiwi fruit. Find tips on hardy kiwi growing in this article.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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Rotating Vegetables: Home Garden Crop Rotation
You've been planting your garden the same way for years, and up till now, you have not had a problem. But now the vegetables are not doing well. Maybe it is time to consider home garden crop rotation. Learn more here.
By Heather Rhoades
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Getting Bushy Herb Plants: How To Trim A Dill Plant
Dill plants can grow long and leggy, but learning how to prune dill, the plants will produce plenty for your culinary uses. Learn more here.
By Gardening Know How
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Leafhopper Damage On Plants: How To Kill Leafhoppers
Leafhopper damage on plants can be extensive. As the name implies, they're agile, mobile and easier to eradicate before they become hungry adults.
By Susan Patterson
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Ventilating Greenhouses: Types Of Greenhouse Ventilation
When the weather gets too hot, venilating your greenhouse can be a critical decision for healthy plants. Plan ahead.
By Anne Baley

