
Laura Walters
Laura Walters is a Content Editor who joined Gardening Know How in 2021. She graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BFA in Electronic Media and a minor in History from the University of Cincinnati, as well as a certificate in Writing for TV Comedy from UCLA. Laura loves to write and knows the power of good editing—both in film and the written word. She uses her expertise in both fields to create articles, newsletters, and videos that provide gardeners with all the know how they need to succeed.
Laura worked as a documentary producer in college and a freelance video producer and local news producer after graduation. With a naturally black thumb but an irrepressible desire to grow, she has spent the past 10 years trying to learn how to keep plants alive. That’s how she first found Gardening Know How. It was her go-to source for reliable, easy-to-read information. Laura never thought when she was starting vegetable seeds in her college dorm room, that one day she would get paid to read and write about her favorite hobby.
Laura lives in Southwest Ohio, but spends her summers on a lake in Northern Michigan. It’s hard to leave her perennial garden at home, but she has a rustic (aka overcrowded) vegetable patch on a piece of land up north. In her spare time, Laura knits, sings in the church choir, and creates artwork inspired by the natural world. She loves the smell of soil and thinks it’s magic every time she turns a piece of homegrown produce into a delicious home-cooked meal. Ask her about her famous pumpkin pie!
Latest articles by Laura Walters
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Don't Bother Deadheading These 6 Low-Maintenance Annual Flowers – They Keep Blooming All Summer on Their OwnPut down your pruners! These easy-to-grow annual flowers don't need any deadheading to keep blooming from spring to the first frost of fall.
By Laura Walters
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Peonies Not Blooming? You May Be Making One of These 6 Common Mistakes That Kill Flowers Before They Ever OpenThese peony care mistakes could be killing your blooms. Here are the most common reasons for peonies not blooming and how to fix them fast.
By Laura Walters
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These 9 Stylish Outdoor Benches Are the Perfect Place to Store Your Gardening Tools, If You Can't Stand ClutterThese outdoor storage benches are the perfect solution if you're short on space, but still want to enjoy a clutter-free porch or patio with plenty of seating.
By Laura Walters
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What to Do If You Have an Invasive Bradford Pear Tree Growing in Your YardIf you find a Bradford pear tree growing in your yard, it's important to act fast to prevent this highly invasive plant from spreading. Here's what to do.
By Laura Walters
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How to Propagate Jade Plant Cuttings – Increase Your Good Fortune and Grow More of These Lucky Houseplants for FreeJade plants represent good luck. So why not increase your good fortune and plant collection for free? Here's how to propagate jade plant cuttings.
By Teo Spengler
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5 Free Ways to Get Rid of Yard Waste, If Your City Doesn't Do Curbside Pickup – These Clever Ideas Actually Benefit PlantsIf you can't get a municipal pickup and don't want to waste money to have someone haul it away, try one of these free and clever ways to get rid of yard waste.
By Laura Walters
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Gardeners Are Spraying Milk on Plants This Spring to Prevent Powdery Mildew – but I Found a Better Solution That Gets Rid of Pests, TooThere's an organic solution that gets rid of powdery mildew fast and fights pests at the same time. It's my go-to spray for healthy plants indoors and out.
By Laura Walters
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Behind on Your Spring Gardening? This Smart Seed Starter Kit Sprouts Seedlings Faster Than Planting in PotsMy seeds germinated weeks faster than they said they would on the packet when I planted them in this smart seeder start kit from LetPot.
By Laura Walters
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5 Summer Bulbs That Thrive on Neglect – Just Plant in April and Forget About Them Until the Summer Show BeginsPlant these low-maintenance summer bulbs now, then sit back and wait for the beautiful blooms and stunning foliage to unfold this summer. It's as easy as that!
By Laura Walters
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Easy Fuchsia Plant Care Guide: Grow These Uniquely Beautiful Blooms to Add a Burst of Color Your Shade GardenFuchsia plants are the perfect solution for gardeners who want bright color and unique blooms, but are limited by a shady landscape. Here's how to grow them.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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5 Unlikely Materials to Fill Large Planters for Cheap – and the 1 Filler You Should Never UseSave money on potting soil by using one of these cheap and easy fillers for your large planters. And find out the one material you should never put in pots.
By Laura Walters
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How and When to Harvest Rhubarb – Expert Guide to a Tart & Tasty HarvestHungry for the ‘barb? Knowing exactly how and when to harvest rhubarb stalks can guarantee quintessential tangy flavors that create gorgeous dishes and preserves – here’s what you need to know for the tartest, tastiest stalks
By Amy Grant
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One Dandelion Can Sprout Thousands of New Weeds – Here's the Most Effective (and Eco-Friendly) Way to Stop ThemEvery dandelion in your yard has the potential to produce over 30,000 new weeds. I've discovered the best tool to get rid of them without breaking your back.
By Laura Walters
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How to Grow Coral Bells for a Gorgeous Pop of Color in the Shade GardenCoral bells are beloved for their beautiful foliage and tall, whimsical flowers that thrive in shade. Here's everything you need to know to grow them.
By Amy Grant
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What to Do With an Easter Cactus in April for Huge Blooms That Come Back Every SpringMake sure your Easter cactus is full of beautiful blooms this spring! Do these five tasks in April for happy houseplants that will thrive for years to come.
By Laura Walters
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How to Grow an Herb Garden in 4 Simple Steps – the Aromatic, Edible Garden of Your Dreams Starts HereGrowing an herb garden is actually a fun and easy project anyone can do! You don't need much space or time to get growing. Just follow these simple steps.
By Heather Rhoades
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Amazon's Big Spring Sale Just Made Lawn Care a Lot More Affordable – Here Are the Items I'm Adding to My CartThe best lawn care deals of the season are going on right now! Shop Amazon's Big Spring Sale for a gorgeous lawn that will make your neighbors green with envy.
By Laura Walters
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What to Do With Pothos Plants in March – for Lush Vines That Thrive All Year LongCheck these tasks off your to-do list before the month ends for lush and thriving houseplants. Here's what to do with your pothos plants in March.
By Laura Walters

