
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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How I Turned An Overgrown Field Into My Most Productive Vegetable Garden Ever
Wondering how to turn an overgrown field into a garden full of tasty produce? It’s easy! Here’s how I turned an old patch of hay into my best vegetable garden ever.
By Laura Walters
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6 Plants That Don’t Need Water – Or Almost Never Do
Are there really plants that don’t need water? These 6 houseplants prove it’s possible to grow lush, leafy foliage with minimal watering.
By Laura Walters
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How To Remove Grass For A Garden Using The Simple And Sustainable No-Till Method
Kick grass to the curb! Turn your boring lawn into a beautiful garden with the easy and eco-friendly no-till method.
By Laura Walters
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How To Grow A Heart-Leaf Philodendron: Fall In Love With This Easy-Care Houseplant
Heart-leaf philodendrons are fantastic houseplants. With their simple care requirements and long vines dotted with heart-shaped leaves, you’re sure to fall in love.
By Laura Walters
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Simple (And Cheap) Plastic Tote Greenhouse For Seed Starting
A plastic tote greenhouse is the easiest way to extend the growing season. Learn how to turn an old tote into a mini greenhouse that's perfect for small spaces.
By Laura Walters
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5 Creative Ways To Use Leftover Seed – Don't Throw It Away!
If you weren't able to plant all of your seeds this year, then try these creative ways to use them before they expire.
By Melanie Griffiths
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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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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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How To Grow A Peony That Lasts 70 Years
Peonies are gorgeous perennials that can last for nearly 100 years if properly cared for. Click to learn about growing long-lived peonies.
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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Zinnia Care - How To Grow Zinnia Flowers
Zinnia flowers are a colorful and long-lasting addition to the flower garden. When you learn how to plant zinnias for your area, you'll be able to add this popular annual to sunny areas. Click here for more info.
By Becca Badgett
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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