Liz Baessler
The only child of a horticulturist and an English teacher, Liz Baessler was destined to become a gardening editor. In 2007 she graduated cum laude from Brandeis University with a BA in English. In 2014 she earned an MA in English from l'Université de Genève in Geneva, Switzerland.She began writing for Gardening Know How in 2015 and never left. Over the years she has been promoted through the ranks of the editorial staff, most recently to Senior Editor in 2020.For years Liz lived in one apartment or another, doing all of her gardening in containers, community gardens, and holes in the sidewalk. She served for several years on the board of her community garden, where she also worked as a beekeeper. In 2017 she completed her Master Gardener certification at the University of Rhode Island, and attended every class offered by the Rhode Island Beekeepers Association.Liz has since moved to a tiny patch of land she can call her own outside Boston, where she is systematically digging up the lawn and replacing it with vegetables and native pollinators.
Latest articles by Liz Baessler
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What Is A No-Dig Garden Bed: How To Make A No-Till Garden
Why are no-dig or no-till garden beds so popular? Because they're better for the environment, better for your plants, and much easier on your back. Discover how to create one in your yard.
By Liz Baessler
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What Are The Best Plants To Grow With Lavender
Lavender is very good at protecting other plants from pests. Learn more about the best planting companions for lavender in this article.
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Mexican Fan Palm Info – Learn About Growing Mexican Fan Palms
Mexican fan palm trees are very tall palm trees native to northern Mexico. They are attractive trees with wide, fanning, dark green leaves. Learn more about Mexican palm care and how to grow a Mexican fan palm tree in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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Boneset Plant Info: How To Grow Boneset Plants In The Garden
While it is still sometimes grown and foraged for its healing properties, it may also appeal to American gardeners as a native plant that attracts pollinators. But exactly what is boneset? Click here to learn more about how to grow boneset and common boneset plant uses.
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Paul Robeson History: What Are Paul Robeson Tomatoes
Paul Robeson is a tomato cult classic. Loved by seed savers and tomato enthusiasts both for its distinct flavor and for its fascinating namesake, it is a real cut above the rest. Learn more about growing Paul Robeson tomatoes and their care in this article.
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Loganberry Plant Info: How To Grow Loganberries In The Garden
The loganberry is a blackberry-raspberry hybrid discovered somewhat by accident in the 19th century. Since then it has become a mainstay in the U.S. Pacific Northwest. Click here to learn more about loganberry plant care and how to grow loganberries at home.
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Opuntia Diseases: What Is Sammons’ Virus Of Opuntia
Opuntia diseases occasionally occur, and one of the more common is Sammons' Opuntia virus. Learn more about Sammons' virus of Opuntia cactus in this article and find out if this disease requires specific treatment.
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Clove Tree Sumatra Info: Recognizing Sumatra Disease Of Cloves
Sumatra disease is a serious problem that affects clove trees, particularly in Indonesia. It causes leaf and twig dieback and will, eventually, kill the tree. Learn more about clove tree sumatra disease symptoms and how to manage and treat cloves with sumatra disease here.
By Liz Baessler
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Mites On Grapevines: Tips For Controlling Grape Bud Mites
Whether you own a vineyard or have just a plant or two in the backyard, grapevine pests are a serious hazard. Some of these pests are grapevine bud mites. Click this article to learn more about mites on grapevines and grape bud mite control.
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Eugenia Hedge Pruning: How To Prune A Eugenia Hedge
Eugenia is very popular as a hedge in warm climates. In order to get an effective hedge, however, you have to do a certain amount of work. Learn more about Eugenia hedge maintenance and how to prune a Eugenia hedge here.
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Can You Grow Fennel In Pots: Learn How To Plant Fennel In Containers
Bulb fennel is grown for its large white bulbs that pair especially well with fish. But can you grow fennel in pots? Learn more about potted fennel plants and how to plant fennel in containers in this article. Click here for additional information.
By Liz Baessler
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Asiatic Jasmine Care – Tips On Growing Asian Jasmine Vines
Asiatic jasmine is not a true jasmine, but it is a popular, fast spreading, hardy groundcover in USDA zones 7b through 10. Click this article to learn more about Asiatic jasmine care and how to grow Asiatic jasmine as a groundcover and a trailing vine.
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Care Of Angel Vines: Tips On Propagating Angel Vine Plants
The angel vine, also known as Muehlenbeckia complexa, is a long, vining plant native to New Zealand that is very popular grown on metal frames and screens. Click this article to learn more about angel vine propagation and how to care for angel vine plants.
By Liz Baessler
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Fusarium Cactus Diseases: Signs Of Fusarium Rot In Cactus
Fusarium oxyporum is the name of a fungus that can affect a wide range of plants. It's common in vegetables, but it's also a real problem with cacti. Click here to learn more about signs of fusarium wilt in cactus plants and methods for treating fusarium on cacti.
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Toddy Palm Tree Info – Learn About Growing Toddy Palms
The toddy palm is known by a few names: wild date palm, sugar date palm, silver date palm. But what is a toddy palm? Click on this article to learn about toddy palm tree info and toddy palm tree care and see if this plant is right for you.
By Liz Baessler
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Guelder Rose Viburnums – How To Care For Guelder Rose Plants
Guelder rose viburnums (Viburnum opulus) are deciduous shrubs or trees suited to smaller landscape settings. Learn more guelder rose information, like tips on guelder rose growing and how to care for a guelder rose viburnum in this article.
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Uses For Sweet Flag Plants – Learn When And How To Harvest Sweet Flag
While you can use the leaves in teas or simply bruise them for their scent, the most popular part of sweet flag is the rhizome. Learn more about how to harvest sweet flag and common uses for sweet flag plants in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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Philodendron Information – What Is A Congo Rojo Philodendron
The philodendron Congo Rojo is an attractive warm weather plant that produces showy flowers and interesting leaves. It gets the name "rojo" from its new leaves, which unfurl in a deep, shiny red fading to a burgundy green color once mature. Learn more here.
By Liz Baessler