Amy Grant
After attending college at Western Washington University, Amy moved to the big city of Seattle where she was to spend the next 28 years; 15 as a chef and the remainder as a caterer. In between weddings and catered flagship launches, she found time to indulge her love of travel by visiting 22 countries.
The daughter of a Master Gardener, Amy’s interest in gardening could be termed genetic. For over 30 years she has babied houseplants, tended her own vegetable and herb gardens, planned and executed perennial gardens for clients, and even had a hand in creating her local community garden.
Amy’s passion for food and gardening intertwine in her garden filled with fruit trees, berry brambles, herbs and veggies fresh picked for her next culinary creation.
Her love of the written word led to her current career as a freelance garden writer of over 15 years. Despite having a Booker Award winning plot idea, she has as yet to write the great American novel.
Amy now resides in Eastern Washington with her partner, their rescue dog Lillybelle, a garden full of edible plants and perennial bloomers, and houseplants galore.
Latest articles by Amy Grant
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Why Is My Lemon Tree Losing Leaves?
If your prized lemon tree is losing leaves it could be suffering from issues like disease, pests, nutrition or environmental problems.
By Teo Spengler
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Cyber Lime Plants: Grow The 2024 Color Of The Year In Your Garden
If you’ve yet to sample the surprising cyber lime – the Garden Media Group’s 2024 Color of the Year – this is your chance to see how gorgeous it can be in plants and flowers
By Amy Grant
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Futuristic Plants: How To Grow A Futuristic Garden
What will we be growing in the future? Global changes and plant breakthroughs mean little is certain, but here we consider futuristic plants and likely gardening innovations
By Amy Grant
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Perlite Soil: Everything A Gardener Needs To Know
The fluffy white particles in perlite soil are a natural volcanic mineral that is lightweight, absorbent and porous.
By Bonnie Grant
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Winter Wildlife Watching In Your Backyard And Beyond
Even when your garden is quiet, there's plenty of fun to be had with winter wildlife watching. Find out how to make more of your plot’s nature-spotting potential
By Amy Grant
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Make Your Own DIY Straw Bale Greenhouse For Sustainable Gardening
If you need a greenhouse but can’t afford to go all out with conventional aluminium frames, try a straw bale greenhouse. They help you to save money and grow sustainably
By Amy Grant
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Hardy Winter Herbs: Cold-Hardy Herbs For Outdoors
A cold climate herb garden may take a serious hit from frost and snow. Luckily, there are plenty of herbs that can withstand the cold, as well as ways to protect those that can't. This article will help with tips on caring for herbs in cool climates.
By Liz Baessler
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Yellow Leaves On Your Pothos? 7 Common Causes & Fixes
Yellow leaves on pothos plants are a common problem that might be easily fixed.
By Teo Spengler
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Best Way to Use Hydrogen Peroxide For Plants
Using hydrogen peroxide for plants may not be the magic bullet in the garden that we’ve been led to believe.
By Amy Grant
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Planning A Vegetable Garden: 15 Expert Tips For Home Gardeners
Planning a vegetable garden takes a bit of thought, but it’s worth considering all the key elements before you start.
By Amy Grant
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Physical And Mental Health Benefits Of Community Gardens
Community gardening improves our lives physically, mentally and socially, while supporting healthy eating.
By Amy Grant
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How Holiday Lights Impact Animals In The Wild
Christmas lights and animals aren’t a good mix. Light pollution impacts wildlife, so decorate accordingly.
By Amy Grant
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Winter Bird Watching: 8 Winter Birding Tips For Beginner Bird Watchers
Want to see more enchanting seasonal birdies? Our expert guide reveals the secrets to happy winter bird watching
By Amy Grant
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Clementine Trees: Complete Care And Growing Guide
A clementine citrus tree that bears juicy little oranges is one of the sweeter things in life, and fairly easy to grow.
By Amy Grant
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7 Festive & Eco-Friendly DIY Natural Christmas Decorations
Let Nature be your designer this year. Making natural Christmas decorations is fun and sustainable.
By Amy Grant
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How To Pick A Perfectly Ripe Watermelon
Pick the the ripe watermelon from the bunch every time.
By Amy Grant
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Sweetest Squash To Grow: 6 Best-Tasting Squash Varieties For Your Kitchen Garden
If your quest for the sweetest squash to grow and harvest is feeling fruitless, worry not. We reveal the very best-tasting squash varieties.
By Amy Grant
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Puntarelle Chicory: Complete Guide To Growing Puntarelle
If chicories are at the bitter end of the salad spectrum, puntarelle chicory is the most beautifully biting of the lot. Here's how to grow your own.
By Amy Grant