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Logan Hailey

Logan Hailey is a passionate garden writer and former ecological farmer. She has a BS in sustainable horticulture and has been featured by MSN.com, Thrillist, and Apartment Therapy as well as many other major news outlets for her gardening expertise.

Several Kabocha squash are shown. These squashes have vibrant orange and green colors, their smooth skins glistening in the light. They exude a warm, inviting hue that promises a rich, sweet flavor when cooked.

Edible

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Kabocha Squash

Are you craving a velvety smooth, ultra-sweet winter squash? This gourmet Japanese pumpkin is amazingly easy to grow and way more flavorful than regular pumpkins. Former organic farmer Logan Hailey has all the secrets to growing abundant winter squash with minimal effort.

Adjacent to the sunlit window, potted plants stand with wilting, drooping greenery. The plants appear weak and thirsty, their leaves sagging and lacking vibrancy, yearning for hydration and care.

Gardening Tips

How to Tell If You’re Underwatering Your Plants

Unsure if your plant needs water? Horticulture professional and former organic farmer Logan Hailey can help you identify the key signs of underwatering so you can quickly rehydrate your plants. This article also explores how to differentiate drought stress from other plant problems.

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Gardening Tips

How to Transition to a No-Till Garden

No-till gardening can dramatically improve soil health and reduce weed pressure. But transitioning to no-till may seem daunting. In this article, former no-till organic farmer Logan Hailey makes it simple by teaching you how to minimize soil disturbance and do less heavy lifting in the garden.

plastic mulch pros and cons

Mulch

18 Pros and Cons of Using Plastic Mulch in the Garden

Plastic mulch can dramatically reduce weeds and improve yields through soil warming and moisture regulation. However, it has a dark side for the environment and soil health. In this article, former organic farmer Logan Hailey explores the science, safety, and practicality of using this product in your garden.

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Gardening Tips

11 Tips for Organizing Your Greenhouse

Does your greenhouse feel like a chaotic mess? Are you starting a new greenhouse from a blank slate? An organizational strategy can help you create the most efficient and beautiful indoor growing space possible. Former organic farmer and greenhouse grower Logan Hailey offers 11 incredible tips for planning and organizing your greenhouse.

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Flowers

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Lobelia

Add a splash of rare blue blossoms to your spring and fall flower gardens with lobelia. In this article, former organic farmer and horticulturist Logan Hailey shows you how to cultivate dazzling lobelia plants.

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Gardening Tips

10 Ways to Spend Less Time Weeding

No one wants to spend hours on their hands and knees yanking weeds from the garden. This back-breaking work isn’t only tedious but also takes up valuable time you could devote to planting, harvesting, or smelling the flowers. Gardening expert Logan Hailey explains ten ways to spend less time weeding your garden!