
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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The Complete Poinsettia Care Guide: Planting, Pruning & Keeping It AliveDid you get a poinsettia for the holidays? Wondering how to take care of it? Our comprehensive guide will take you through the basics and beyond.
By Liz Baessler
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If You See Forks in People's Gardens this Fall, There's Actually a Very Good ReasonThis brilliant, low-tech gardening hack costs next to nothing and protects your newly planted bulbs from greedy paws.
By Liz Baessler
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Away for the Holidays? These 3 Set-and-Forget Products Will Keep Your Houseplants Alive and JollyDon't stress about your plants this holiday season. These three affordable, easy-to-install products handle light, water, and routine for you, automatically.
By Liz Baessler
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Do You Really Have to Dig Up Bulbs for Winter? 3 Easy Ways to Overwinter ThemIs the messy, traditional dig-and-store method worth the effort, or can you get away with one of these easy alternatives?
By Tyler Schuster
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Unlock the Secret to Stunning Rhododendron BloomsWant a riot of huge, bright flowers every spring? This comprehensive guide covers everything you could ever want to know about growing rhododendrons.
By Liz Baessler
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How to Grow Your Own Wedding Flowers: 10 Easy Blooms for a Romantic DIY Bridal BouquetThinking of growing your own wedding flowers? Our guide covers how to plant, care for, and cut the perfect DIY bridal bouquet, plus the best flowers to grow.
By Liz Baessler
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Don't Let Critters Ruin Your Jack-O-Lantern – This Essential Oil Stops Squirrels and Rats From Eating Your Pumpkin!Step off, squirrels! Keep your jack-o-lantern safe through Halloween with this simple, natural ingredient that repels pests and fights decay.
By Liz Baessler
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Perfect Thyme Every Time – Your Comprehensive Thyme Growing ManualWant low maintenance and big flavor? Thyme thrives on neglect and tastes like nothing else. Here's the step-by-step guide to growing this wonder herb.
By Liz Baessler
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How to Care for Hyacinths: The Secret to Spectacular Spring BloomsPlant bulbs, force flowers, and keep your hyacinths blooming with this comprehensive care guide.
By Liz Baessler
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How to Collect and Store Lavender Seeds to Plant in the SpringWait until your lavender flowers are dry and brittle, then use this tried and true method to collect the seeds.
By Tonya Barnett
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Evict Moles from Your Yard with These 3 Non-Lethal TricksMolehills taking over? These 3 methods get rid of moles without the deadly traps.
By Liz Baessler
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Pruning Echinacea: Expert Guide For Better Coneflowers and Healthy Plants Year After YearGet the absolute most out of your echinacea plants by pruning them like the pros.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Orange Star Plant Care Guide: How To Grow Striking Citrus-Colored Blooms Indoors Or OutThe orange star plant adds a bright, beautiful burst of color to interiors and garden beds alike. Learn everything you need to know to grow one yourself.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How And When To Transplant Hydrangeas So They Survive & Thrive In A New LocationIf transplanting hydrangeas is on your to-do list, you're in luck! Our garden experts will walk your through step-by-step how to move hydrangeas to a new home.
By Teo Spengler
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Fertilizing Seedlings The Right Way: An Expert Guide For Healthy PlantsNot sure when to start fertilizing seedlings – or how much product to use? Learn how to feed young plants without burning them, plus common mistakes to avoid.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Anthracnose In Tomato Plants: Identification, Treatment & PreventionAnthracnose of tomato plants has a particular set of symptoms that affects the fruits, often after they have been picked. To learn more about tomato anthracnose symptoms and how to control tomato anthracnose disease, click this article for additional information.
By Liz Baessler
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How To Protect Plants From A Freeze – Best Ways To Keep Plants Safe & WarmThe best laid plans of any gardener can get overturned by an unexpected cold snap. Here's some practical steps you can take to protect your plants from a freeze.
By Teo Spengler
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Can You Replant A Christmas Tree After The Holidays? Here’s How To Do It SuccessfullyChristmas is a time to create fond memories and what better way to keep a memento of Christmas than by planting a Christmas tree out in your yard? Here's how.
By Bonnie L. Grant

