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Madison Moulton

Madison is a writer, editor and life-long plant lover. After discovering an obsession with indoor gardening, she transformed her passion for plants into a career, contributing to various online and print publications in the gardening sphere. Through her writing, Madison hopes to encourage new gardeners to garden with the plants and the planet in mind.

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Seeds

9 Seeds That Need Bottom Heat to Germinate

Some seeds germinate reliably at room temperature, but others need warmer soil to sprout within a reasonable timeframe. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares nine common seeds that benefit from bottom heat and explains when it's worth the investment.

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Houseplants

7 Low-Maintenance Orchids Anyone Can Grow

Orchids have a reputation for being difficult, but several varieties thrive with basic care and standard household conditions. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares seven beginner-friendly orchids that bloom reliably without specialty equipment or fussy requirements.

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Houseplants

The Easy Way to Get Your Hoya to Bloom

Hoyas can be stubborn bloomers, sometimes taking years before producing their first flowers. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares a surprisingly simple trick to trigger blooming, plus other methods to encourage those coveted flower clusters.

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Herbs

5 Slow-Growing Herbs to Start in January

Some herbs need months to reach transplant size, making January the ideal time to start them indoors. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares five slow-growing herbs worth starting now for a productive herb garden by summer.

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Edible

5 Best Sweet Onions to Grow This Year

Sweet onions are milder and more versatile than their pungent storage counterparts, perfect for fresh eating and summer cooking. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares five reliable sweet onion varieties that deliver exceptional flavor and performance in the garden.

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Fruits

How to Winter Prune Grape Vines

Winter pruning is one of the most important tasks for healthy, productive grape vines. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains when and how to prune your vines during dormancy for better yields next year.