
Heather Rhoades
Heather Rhoades is the founder of Gardening Know How. She holds degrees from Cleveland State University and Northern Kentucky University. She has worked in several high-level internet marketing positions. In 2007 she took a risk and founded Gardening Know How, bolstering it with her expertise in marketing and SEO. The risk has proved to pay off, with Gardening Know How ranking as one of top gardening websites in the world.
An avid gardener, Heather has spent many decades growing in central Ohio, and is a recipient of the Master Gardeners of Ohio Lifetime Achievement Award.
She is a fierce proponent of community and school gardening, and in 2016 began the Gardening Know How Community Gardening Grant Program. To date this program has provided much needed financial support and awareness to over one-hundred gardening programs across North America. The program has also expanded to include the very successful Community Gardening for Everyone series.
Latest articles by Heather Rhoades
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How to Store Elephant Ear Bulbs to Grow Again Next Year: A Step-by-Step Guide
Interested in learning how to store elephant ear bulbs over winter? Just follow these simple steps to save tubers for years of lush, tropical foliage.
By Amy Grant
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Fall Is the Perfect Time to Plant Tulips in Pots for Colorful Containers Next Spring – Here's How to Do It the Right Way
A spectacular spring display starts now! Planting tulips in pots over winter is a surefire way to make your porch sparkle come spring.
By Amy Grant
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How To Prune Lavender For Even More Heavenly-Scented Blooms – Just Follow These 5 Simple Tips
Pruning lavender at the right way is essential for promoting robust growth and prolific flowering. Here's how and when to do it for the best results.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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What Are Tomato Suckers – And Should You Remove Them?
Tomato suckers are nothing to worry about, but if you want to grow bigger fruits, then managing them is essential. Learn how to identify and remove them.
By Tyler Schuster
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How Often To Water Tomato Plants – And How To Get It Right In Any Situation
One 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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How Much Sun Do Tomato Plants Need? A Light Requirements Guide For Healthy Growth
Tomatoes need lots of sun to thrive, but exactly how much is best? And, how can you successfully grow tomatoes in areas with lower light levels?
By Amy Grant
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How To Get Rid Of White Fuzzy Mold On Seedlings
If 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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When To Harvest Rhubarb For The Sweetest Spring Flavor – Plus, Tips For A Tart & Tasty Rhubarb Haul
Discover expert tips on how and when to harvest rhubarb for the best spring harvest ever! Here's what you need to know for a deliciously tart rhubarb harvest.
By Amy Grant
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How To Harden Off Seedlings For Stronger, More Successful Plants
Before 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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When To Plant Tomatoes: The Best Time, Temperature & Size For An Abundant Harvest
Ensure your new tomato plants thrive by planting seeds and seedlings at just the right time. Plus, learn how to check for ideal weather and soil temperatures.
By Amy Grant
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Heirloom Tomatoes You'll Love To Grow: Discover The Best Varieties For Every Garden
Packed with flavor and personality, heirloom tomatoes are having a revival. Learn about the most special varieties, which to grow, and how to care for them.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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5 Reasons For Rhubarb Flowers & Why You Should Cut Them Off As Soon As They Appear
Flowers aren't usually the first image that comes to mind when you think of the spring plant, but rhubarb flowers. Find out why—and why to cut them off quick!
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Starting Tomato Seeds Indoors: Step-By-Step Guide For An Extended Growing Season
Get a head start on your summer crop of tomatoes by starting seeds indoors before the last frost. Our foolproof guide covers everything you need to get growing.
By Amy Grant
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Snowdrop Flower Care: How To Grow This Early-Blooming Beauty
An early sign of spring, tiny snowdrop flowers pop up through the snow. Known as the Fair Maid of February, they represent resilience and hope.
By Heather Rhoades
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How To Prune A Christmas Cactus: Trimming Tips For Healthy Growth & Beautiful Blooms
An occasional Christmas cactus pruning will keep plants in good shape and encourage a profusion of stunning flowers. Learn how to trim plants successfully.
By Amy Grant
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Pinching Plants: Expert Tips For Bigger, Better Growth
It’s a funny expression, but “pinching out” your plants can help them stay healthy, bloom longer, and promote new growth. It’s also a lot of fun.
By Heather Rhoades
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Hibiscus Propagation Made Simple: How To Make More Plants For Free
Learning about hibiscus propagation can help you grow even more of these lovely plants. Before buying another one, you may want to try one of these techniques.
By Heather Rhoades
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Lime Tree Care: Ultimate Growing Guide & Expert Tips
Lime plants are a smaller version of the familiar lime citrus tree but they don't need a tropical climate to produce delicious fruit.
By Heather Rhoades

