Amy Draiss
Amy Draiss, serving as the Digital Community Manager at Gardening Know How since 2021, is responsible for building and maintaining connections within our online community. Her knack for gardening has seamlessly translated into a digital green thumb, allowing her to educate and inspire thousands of gardeners daily on social media.
Amy's journey into the green world began with her hands-on experience in the family landscaping business. She later transitioned into the role of manager at a retail garden center in Northeast Ohio, where she cultivated her knowledge of plants, gardening supplies, and customer relations. Her knack for social media management soon blossomed, allowing her to connect with fellow gardeners and share her wisdom on a wider scale.
Still living in the Midwest, Amy has honed her gardening skills under the challenging conditions of the region. Her two-acre property enables her to cultivate a raised vegetable garden and enjoy a wide range of trees, shrubs and perennials, including a couple of her favorites: hydrangeas and Japanese maples. Fun fact – her deep love for hydrangeas has earned her the title of the Hydrangea Queen here at Gardening Know How.Since joining the team, Amy has assisted in various marketing campaigns, manages email communications, publishes daily on social media and is the voice and author behind many of the team’s YouTube videos, covering a multitude of topics, with a special emphasis on her favorite subject—hydrangeas.During her free time, she enjoys spending quality moments with her family and devoted canine companion, as well as indulging in her love for travel, theme parks, and, of course, gardening.Amy's mission is to offer advice and inspiration for all plant enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting to sow your first seeds, Amy's expertise and genuine passion will help your garden flourish.
Latest articles by Amy Draiss
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Top Reasons For Poinsettia Leaves Falling Off
Click here to learn the top reasons and solutions for poinsettias dropping leaves.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Care For Easter Cactus Houseplants
Hybridization has given us a host of beautiful and unusual plants to choose from, such as the Christmas and Easter cactus, hybrids of the Brazilian forest cactus. This article focuses on the Easter cactus plant.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Rabbit's Foot Fern Care: Information On Growing A Rabbit's Foot Fern Houseplant
The rabbit's foot fern plant gets its name from the furry rhizomes that grow on top of the soil and resemble a rabbit?s foot. Read this article for tips on growing a rabbit?s foot fern houseplant.
By Jackie Carroll
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Bird's Nest Fern Care - How To Grow Bird's Nest Fern
When most people think of ferns, they think of feathery, airy fronds, but not all ferns actually look like this. The bird's nest fern looks much different and makes an excellent low light houseplant. Read more here.
By Heather Rhoades
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Should You Remove Foil Plant Pot Covers? What Our Gardening Experts Recommend
It’s common practice for nurseries to put colorful foil around plants, especially for holidays. Should you remove the foil? Find out here.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Adorable Autumnal Ideas For Fall Planters And Pots
Need fall planter ideas? Click here for info on fall flowers for window boxes, hanging fall planters, and even fall front porch planters.
By Amy Grant
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Bacterial Speck Identification and Tips For Control For Bacterial Speck On Tomato Plants
Tomato bacterial speck is a less common but certainly possible tomato disease that can happen in the home garden. Read this article to learn more about the symptoms of bacterial speck on tomatoes.
By Heather Rhoades
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Early Blight Alternaria - Treatment For Tomato Plant Leaf Spots And Yellow Leaves
By Heather Rhoades
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Common Easter Cactus Problems, Pests, And Diseases
It's not likely that Easter cactus problems have increased, but more people are experiencing them because more people are buying them. Read on for more.
By Becca Badgett
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Fusarium Wilt Disease: Tips For Controlling Fusarium Wilt On Plants
There is a fungus among us and its name is Fusarium. Fusarium fungus can survive indefinitely, affecting any crop or plant that is contaminated by the soil. Find out how to protect and treat your plants in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Boston Fern Leaf Drop: Why Leaflets Fall From Boston Fern Plants
Boston ferns are great indoor accent plants, but they've earned a reputation for being difficult to care for due to frequent yellowing, drying or dropping of their leaves once inside. Learn how to prevent or halt Boston fern leaf drop in this informative article.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Growing Ferns As Houseplants: 9 Types Of Ferns To Grow Indoors
Fern houseplants can add a tropical feel to an indoor space. Click here for nine beautiful varieties of fern well-suited to indoor growing.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Propagate And Plant Christmas Cactus Cuttings
By Nikki Tilley
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Tomato Fusarium Wilt: How To Control Fusarium Wilt On Tomato Plants
Tomato fusarium wilt can be very destructive to home gardens. It is a fungal infection that invades the roots but causes yellowing and wilting in the plant above the soil line. With severe infections, you can lose a lot of tomato yield. Learn more in this article.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Christmas Cactus Diseases: Common Infections Affecting Christmas Cactus
Unlike typical desert cacti, Christmas cactus is native to the tropical rainforest. Christmas cactus problems are usually caused by improper watering or poor drainage. Learn how to treat these issues in this article.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Repotting Christmas Cactus: How And When To Repot Christmas Cactus Plants
Christmas cactus is a prolific grower that eventually needs to be repotted. While this is not too complicated, the key is knowing when and how to repot a Christmas cactus. This article will help with that.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Can An Overwatered Christmas Cactus Plant Be Saved?
An overwatered Christmas cactus will succumb to root rot and may need to be passed on to the compost heap. Saving an overwatered Christmas cactus requires swift decisive action to prevent this tragedy. This article will help with that.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Trimming Christmas Cactus Plants: Steps On How To Prune A Christmas Cactus
It is not uncommon for a Christmas cactus to eventually grow to a monstrous size. If you wonder whether pruning a Christmas cactus is possible, the answer is yes, and this article will help.
By Heather Rhoades