
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
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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
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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
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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
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DIY Natural WreathLearn how you can create this simple, natural Christmas wreath in just 15 minutes. Click to see how we did it.
By Nikki Tilley
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Best Drought-Tolerant Plants For Every LandscapePlants that naturally survive in your area are best adapted to your soil, climate and rainfall. Learn more here.
By Nikki Tilley
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Tomato Flowers But No Fruit - Why Is My Tomato Plant Not Fruiting?By Nikki Tilley
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Tree Planting Tips: How And When To Plant TreesKnowing how and when to plant trees is crucial to their success. For the best time to plant and how to plant trees correctly in the landscape, click here.
By Nikki Tilley
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How To Prune Blueberries The Right WayPruning blueberries is essential to maintain their size, shape, and productivity. Learn more about how and why to prune blueberry bushes.
By Nikki Tilley
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What Is Damping Off?Damping off is a common term for the sudden death of seedlings. It can be alarming, so knowing what to look for can help. Learn more here.
By Nikki Tilley
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How To Care For Your Gardenia PlantGardenias are popular ornamental shrubs that are known for their finicky needs. Click here to learn how to grow them.
By Nikki Tilley
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Getting Rid Of Stink Bugs - How To Kill Stink BugsStink bugs are commonly found throughout the U.S. in gardens and occasionally the home. When stink bug control becomes necessary, use the steps in this article to get rid of them.
By Nikki Tilley
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Conventional Weed KillersConventional, or chemical, weed killers should be used sparingly; however, when done correctly, this method of control can save endless hours spent in the lawn or garden. Find out more in this article.
By Nikki Tilley
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Hydroponic Gardening IndoorsHydroponic gardening is one of the best ways to grow fresh vegetables year round. Hydroponic gardening is simply a means of growing plants without soil. Learn more in this article.
By Nikki Tilley
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Hyacinth Plant Flopping: Tips For Supporting Your Top Heavy Hyacinth FlowersAre your hyacinths falling over? Don?t worry, there is a silver lining. This is a common issue that many people encounter when growing these plants. Learn more about supporting top heavy hyacinth flowers here.
By Nikki Tilley
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A Beginner’s Guide To Gardening: How To Get Started With GardeningWhere to begin searching when starting a garden at home can be overwhelming, but shouldn’t be. Use this Beginner’s Guide to Gardening to get started!
By Nikki Tilley
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Learn How To Grow OreganoOregano is an easy-care herb that can be grown indoors or out in the garden. This herb is also easy to grow. Read the following article for information at how to grow oregano in your garden.
By Nikki Tilley
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Learn More About Green Manure Cover CropsThe use of green manure cover crops is a popular practice among many growers, including the home gardener. Learn about green manure and how to use these cover crops in this article.
By Nikki Tilley
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Information On Which Vegetable Seeds To Sow Indoors Or OutdoorsSome vegetables and herbs need to be started indoors and then transplanted while others need to be sown directly into your garden. But which are which? Read this article to find out.
By Nikki Tilley

