
Nikki Tilley
Nikki Tilley is named after a shoe… but that’s another story. She’s often called the crazy plant lady because she enjoys talking to all her plants and garden critters (bugs too). After working and raising a blended family of five kids, she’s now happily semi-retired and blessed with nearly ten grandchildren that call her Nana Kiki. With more time for gardening and writing, she’s excited to see where the next chapter takes her.
As a bona fide plant hoarder and garden addict, Nikki has over a hundred houseplants and there’s no telling how many more are out in the garden – currently residing within eleven different beds. Her backyard garden is a certified wildlife habitat, so there’s plenty of critters hanging around too.
While much of Nikki’s life revolves around gardening and writing, she has plenty of other interests. One of these is history, and she once dreamed of being an archeologist. She loves being creative through drawing, crafting or upcycling.
Her motto is “dare to be different” and, as such, anything weird or unusual fascinates her. This can often be seen in many of her artistic creations, including the garden.
Latest articles by Nikki Tilley
-
Lobelia Care Guide: How To Grow Edging LobeliaA lovely herb plant with bright blue to purple blossoms, the trailing lobelia flower is a perfect choice for filling in around garden beds, driveways and borders. It’s easy to grow and, depending on your zone, can be an annual or perennial.
By Nikki Tilley
-
How To Prune A Lilac Bush For A Neat & Tidy Shrub Full Of Spectacular Spring BloomsLearning how to prune a lilac bush the right way is key to growing stunning shrubs full of flowers every spring. Here's how to keep lilacs looking their best.
By Nikki Tilley
-
Lantana Care Guide: Planting & Caring For LantanaThe lantana bush can grow in some of the toughest conditions, with multi-colored blooms that are loved by gardeners and pollinators.
By Nikki Tilley
-
Canna Lily: Complete Plant Care And Growing GuideProper watering, the right temperature and neutral soil helps a canna lily thrive. Learn all about good canna care.
By Nikki Tilley
-
How To Grow Basil Indoors – For Fresh Year-Round FlavorWhile basil is a commonly grown herb outdoors, this easy-care plant can also be grown indoors. Read the article that follows to get tips and information on how to grow basil indoors.
By Nikki Tilley
-
Elephant Ear Plants: Complete Care And Growing GuideThe large floppy leaves of elephant ear plants are a great tropical touch in a garden where the soil is rich and water is plentiful.
By Nikki Tilley
-
Growing Calla Lilies - Calla Lily Care GuideBeautiful and graceful calla lilies aren’t terribly fussy, and are an elegant addition to any garden where there’s full or partial sun.
By Nikki Tilley
-
Coleus Care Guide: Everything You Need To KnowDramatic and colorful, coleus plants are a staple in warm zones and containers, and they love partial shade.
By Nikki Tilley
-
What To Do With A Poinsettia After ChristmasWe've all wondered what to do with a poinsettia after Christmas. Nurture it through the year for more bright blooms next winter.
By Nikki Tilley
-
Pros And Cons Of Growing Weeds In The GardenBy Nikki Tilley
-
Wintering Begonias: Overwintering A Begonia In Cold ClimatesBegonias love warm weather, but it's possible to keep them alive through winter if you do it right.
By Nikki Tilley
-
Pepper Blossoms Falling Off The PlantNo flowers on pepper plants? This is a common complaint when growing peppers. There are several reasons this happens. Read here to learn why a pepper drops the flower bud or why you have no flowers on pepper plants.
By Nikki Tilley
-
How To Grow PlumeriaYou can grow fragrant plumeria plants at home under the right conditions, but they dislike cold temperatures.
By Nikki Tilley
-
Why Is My Cucumber Yellowing? Common Causes & How To Treat ThemYellow cucumbers are usually a bad sign, but sometimes that's how they're meant to be. Learn how to tell the difference.
By Nikki Tilley
-
Toxic Plants To Dogs - Plants That Are Poisonous To DogsDogs love to chew on things, whether they're good for them or not. Knowing what plants are poisonous to dogs can go a long way in keeping your pet safe.
By Nikki Tilley
-
Complete Guide To Deadheading: Why And How To Get Rid Of Faded FlowersDeadheading is an important chore that can make a big difference in plant health and the amount of blooms a plant produces. Here's how to do it the right way.
By Nikki Tilley
-
What Is Soil Made Of?Finding the right soil is one of the most important factors in growing healthy plants. So what is soil made of? Click here to find out.
By Nikki Tilley
-
Floating Air Plant FrameLooking for a fun and easy gardening project you can do indoors? Why not try a floating air plant frame? Click to learn how.
By Nikki Tilley

