Caroline Bloomfield
With a deep history of gardening in her background as well as master gardeners and a horticulturist in her family tree, Caroline has enjoyed living in several different regions of the country, She has learned to garden in diverse climates including the damp coastal northwest, the extraordinary heat of the south, and the chilly climes of New England. Settled in the Pacific Northwest, her surroundings include dogwood, magnolia, lilac, Japanese maple, and elm trees, as well as herbs and flowers and an occasional vegetable.As a writer, Caroline graduated with honors from Southern Maine University in 1998 and has been creating, writing, and editing in a wide range of subject areas and voices for 19 years. Her writing background includes business communications, magazine articles, mobile security, tech and legal writing and blogging, with a special interest in SEO and UX writing. Her marketing and public relations background is based in the field of educational media. Formerly a senior litigation paralegal, Caroline adds to her gardening and writing interests as a licensed hypnotherapist, a certified Quantum healing practitioner and lover of European travel. She is also a big fan of Maui.Caroline has been with Gardening Know How since January of 2019 as manager of marketing communications, serving in editorial and marketing capacities. Since joining the GKH team Caroline has been instrumental in assisting with various marketing campaigns, including the creation of sponsored posts in the company’s business-to-business division. She has interviewed and written detailed profiles for GKH’s community garden sponsorship program and served as liaison between grant recipients and the company. In addition to co-writing the company’s e-books and web copy, she is responsible for copy-editing hundreds of new gardening articles for the company’s website and blog, ensuring they are brand appropriate, reliable, informative, and optimized for the Internet.
Latest articles by Caroline Bloomfield
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Advice For Christmas Cactus Care
A blooming Christmas cactus can be your pride and joy. Treat it well and it'll reward you with blossoms and holiday cheer.
By Nikki Tilley
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Welcome to Gardening Know How
Here at Gardening Know How, our goal is to turn everyone into a gardener.
By Gardening Know How
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Vego Modular Raised Garden Beds: A Game Changer For Gardeners
Read about our first-hand experience with these easy, accessible, sustainable raised garden beds made by Vego Garden.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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Douglas Discovery Garden – 2022 Grant Recipient
By Caroline Bloomfield
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Elmsdale Community Garden – 2022 Grant Recipient
The Elmsdale Community Garden is striving to bring food security to rural Nova Scotia, one garden bed at a time. Read their story here.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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Ben Franklin Elementary School – 2022 Grant Recipient
This hundred year old garden in Cleveland, Ohio is still going strong with a unique educational program for fourth graders.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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Growing Mums: How To Care For The Classic Fall Flower
Whether growing fall mums as seasonal decor or chrysanthemums year round, we've got everything you need to know.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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Kin Park Community Garden - 2022 Grant Recipient
Read about the small town in Vancouver that's bringing its people together with fresh produce and garden plots.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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How To Grow Peonies The Right Way
Peonies are showstoppers in the garden, as long as you treat them right. We've got everything you need to know.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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Growing Hydrangeas - Hydrangea Care Guide
This quick guide to hydrangeas will get you on the road to growing these beautiful plants in no time. Read all about hydrangeas here.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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Tomato Blossom End Rot Symptoms And Treament
Blossom end rot in tomatoes (BER) is a common problem for gardeners. Learn why tomatoes get blossom end rot and what you can do about it.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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Top 10 Flowering Ground Covers
Explore this short list of 10 of our favorite flowering ground covers suitable for different climates and garden styles.
By Amy Draiss
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What Is Sustainable Gardening?
What is sustainable gardening? Click here to learn everything there is to know about sustainability in gardening.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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Growing Fuchsia Flowers - Care Of Fuchsias
Fuchsias come in many varieties and colors. They don’t require constant maintenance but do need attention. Click here for growing tips.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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Common Pepper Plant Problems – Pepper Plant Diseases And Pests
Pepper plants are easy to grow, but once in a while a problem will arise. Click here for common pepper pests, diseases, and more.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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20 Hard-to-Find Spring Flowers & Plants That Look Amazing All Season
It’s finally beginning to look like spring! If you’re eager to find some unique, hard-to-find varietals to satisfy your spring fever, look here first.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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ReWild Long Island
The word "rewilding" seems to pop up a lot. That's what Raju Rajan, President of ReWild Long Island, has dedicated himself to.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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Gardening Know How Announces 5th Anniversary Community Garden Sponsorship Grant Recipients
The list of GKH sponsorship recipients for 2022 is here! Click to read more.
By Caroline Bloomfield