
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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White Oil Recipe: How To Make White Oil For An Insecticide
If it's difficult to find a good organic insecticide, you may ask yourself "how do I make my own insecticide?" Making white oil insecticide is easy and inexpensive. This article will show you how.
By Heather Rhoades
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The Best Flowers For Shade
A shady garden doesn't have to be foliage-only, so join us as we list our favorite shade-loving flowers that’ll thrive without sun.
By Heather Rhoades
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How to Easily Change the Color of Your Hydrangea
Can you change the color of hydrangea flowers? Yes you can, and it's actually easy. Click here to learn how.
By Heather Rhoades
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Information On Caring For Pothos Plants
Pothos plants are great for beginners and collectors alike. Click here to learn everything you need to know about growing your own.
By Heather Rhoades
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Fertilizing Tomatoes: Tips For Using Tomato Plant Fertilizer
Tomatoes provide the biggest yields, tastiest fruit, and healthiest plants when fertilized regularly. Click to learn how to do it right.
By Heather Rhoades
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Bolting Cilantro - Why Does Cilantro Bolt And How To Stop It
Cilantro always bolts eventually, but here are some tips about getting the best from this delicious herb and how to keep it going.
By Heather Rhoades
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Plant Spacing Guide - Information On Proper Vegetable Garden Spacing
It's important to make sure your vegetable garden is properly spaced. Click to learn how far apart vegetables should be planted.
By Heather Rhoades
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Helping Your Plants With A Neem Oil Foliar Spray
Neem oil may be your best solution as a safe, non-toxic pesticide for the garden that actually works.
By Heather Rhoades
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How To Care For Hibiscus Plants
Growing hibiscus is an easy way to add a tropical flair to your garden. Click here for tips on hibiscus care.
By Heather Rhoades
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Propagating Aloe Vera - Rooting Aloe Vera Cuttings Or Separating Aloe Pups
People love aloe, and it makes sense to want to share it with your friends. Luckily, it's super easy. Click to learn about aloe propagation.
By Heather Rhoades
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Growing Jade Houseplants - Tips For The Care And Maintenance Of Jade Plants
Jade plant care only takes only a little TLC for a beautiful houseplant that will last for years to come. Learn all about the care and maintenance of jade plants.
By Heather Rhoades
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Using Chicken Manure Fertilizer In Your Garden
Chicken manure is excellent as a plant fertilizer, but there are some things you need to know. Read on for more about chicken manure compost.
By Heather Rhoades
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Killing Aphids Naturally: How To Get Rid Of Aphids Safely
Getting rid of aphids is no easy task. Click here to learn how to get rid of aphids naturally.
By Heather Rhoades
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Vegetable Garden Size For Family
How much food to you need to grow to feed one person? How about five people? Click here to learn how much to plant to feed a family.
By Heather Rhoades
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Planning A Companion Vegetable Garden
Companion vegetable plants can help each other when planted together. Click to learn how to take advantage of these beneficial relationships.
By Heather Rhoades
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Choosing Shade Evergreens: Learn More About Evergreens For Shade
Shade evergreens provide privacy, color, and interest all year long. Read on to learn more about shade evergreen shrubs.
By Heather Rhoades
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How To Grow Impatiens Plants
Impatiens flowers are bright and cheerful annuals that can light up any dark, shady part of your yard.
By Heather Rhoades
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Aloe Vera Plant Care - How To Grow An Aloe Plant
Taking care of an aloe plant is easy. With the proper growing condition, you can grow an aloe plant with ease. Learn more by clicking here.
By Heather Rhoades