Laura Walters
Laura Walters is a Content Editor who joined Gardening Know How in 2021. She graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BFA in Electronic Media and a minor in History from the University of Cincinnati, as well as a certificate in Writing for TV Comedy from UCLA. Laura loves to write and knows the power of good editing—both in film and the written word. She uses her expertise in both fields to create articles, newsletters, and videos that provide gardeners with all the know how they need to succeed. Laura worked as a documentary producer in college and a freelance video producer and local news producer after graduation. With a naturally black thumb but an irrepressible desire to grow, she has spent the past 10 years trying to learn how to keep plants alive. That’s how she first found Gardening Know How. It was her go-to source for reliable, easy-to-read information. Laura never thought when she was starting vegetable seeds in her college dorm room, that one day she would get paid to read and write about her favorite hobby. Laura lives in Southwest Ohio, but spends her summers on a lake in Northern Michigan. It’s hard to leave her perennial garden at home, but she has a rustic (aka overcrowded) vegetable patch on a piece of land up north. In her spare time, Laura knits, sings in the church choir, and creates artwork inspired by the natural world. She loves the smell of soil and she thinks it’s magic every time she turns a piece of homegrown produce into a delicious home-cooked meal. Ask her about her famous pumpkin pie!
Latest articles by Laura Walters
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Philodendron Houseplants: How To Care For A Philodendron Plant
Philodendron care is easy because if you watch for the signals, the plant will tell you exactly what it needs. Click here to learn more.
By Jackie Carroll
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How To Plant Bulbs In Pots - Lasagna Style
Planting bulbs in containers is an easy way to create a gorgeous spring porch arrangement, especially when you use the lasagna method.
By Laura Walters
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Free DIY Fall Wreath From Your Backyard
Foraging for fall decorations is a fun fall activity that gets you outside after you've put your garden to bed for the year. Click for more.
By Laura Walters
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Will Expired Seeds Still Grow: Planting With Expired Seed Packets
Are old seeds still good for planting, or is it better to get new ones? We ran the test ourselves - click to see the results.
By Tonya Barnett
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How To Collect Black Eyed Susan Seeds
Collecting seeds is a great way to expand your garden. Click to learn how to harvest and save black eyed Susan seeds.
By Laura Walters
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How To Divide Perennials In Spring
Dividing perennials is a great way to expand your garden for free. Read on to learn how to divide hostas, rudbeckias, and salvias.
By Laura Walters
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How to Propagate Philodendron Plants: Philodendron Propagation Tips
When philodendron vines get too long, you can take cuttings from the plant to grow more. Read on to learn more about philodendron propagation.
By Laura Walters
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Growing Zinnias From Seed For Beginners
Even beginners can grow loads of beautiful zinnia blooms. Keep reading to learn how to grow zinnias from seed.
By Laura Walters
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Best Spring Vegetables to Grow In Pots: 3 Veggies To Plant In Pots For An Early Harvest
Growing vegetables in pots is an easy way to raise fresh produce at home, especially in small spaces. Read on to find out how.
By Laura Walters
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Growing Tomatoes In Containers For Beginners
Nothing says summer like homegrown tomatoes! Did you know you can grow tomatoes in pots? Click to learn how to grow tomatoes in containers.
By Laura Walters
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Rejuvenation Pruning Red Twig Dogwood
Red twig dogwood provides beautiful winter color, but it can quickly get out of control. Read on to learn how to prune red twig dogwoods.
By Laura Walters
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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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Planting Old Seeds - Can You Use Out-Of-Date Seeds?
It happens to all gardeners. We plant a few seeds then throw the rest in a drawer, finding them later and wondering if they're still good. Is it a waste of time germinating old seeds? Read here to find out.
By Heather Rhoades
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Where To Buy Seeds: How To Find High-Quality Seeds For A Successful Garden
Find out when and where to buy seeds for a thriving garden. Plus, follow these tips to find reputable seed sources to grow your best garden ever.
By Tonya Barnett