Meet the author

Elizabeth Waddington

Elizabeth Waddington is a permaculture garden designer and consultant with a small business, and also works as a writer. When not working hard to facilitate sustainable projects around the world, she loves growing her own in her own home and garden.

Latest articles

Prune Peace Lilies to Remove Spent Flowers and Damaged Leaves

Trim an Overgrown Pothos Without Losing Its Healthy Vines

Wrinkled Succulent Leaves Need a Soil and Root Check Before Watering

A Broken Succulent Stem May Be Saved as a Cutting

Sprouting Grocery-Store Ginger Can Become a Container Plant

Yellow Lucky Bamboo Needs Checks for Water Quality, Roots, and Light

Grow Lemon Balm Indoors With Good Light and Regular Harvesting

Check Deep Soil Moisture Before Watering a Snake Plant

Limp Orchid Leaves Can Signal Dry Roots or Root Damage

A Potted Catnip Plant Is Not a Proven Way to Keep Spiders Out

Yellow Leaves on Monstera, Jade, and Ficus Need More Than One Check

Jade Plant Placement: Balance Feng Shui Symbolism With Sunlight

Fertilize Peace Lilies According to Growth, Mix, and Product Strength

A Spring Houseplant Check Starts With Light, Moisture, and Roots

Coffee Grounds Are Not a Balanced Feed for a Potted Poinsettia

Chinese Evergreens Tolerate Lower Light, but Still Need a Light Source

Start Laurentia Indoors With Enough Time and Light Before Planting Out

Protect Hoyas From Cold Windows and Heating Vents in Winter

Check Local Options Before Discarding a Holiday Poinsettia

Black Peace Lily Leaves Need a Moisture and Temperature Check