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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.

houseplants fun foliage. View of a Begonia Maui Sunset Rex in a beautiful decorative pot against a gray wall. The Begonia Maui Sunset decorative-deciduous Rex showcases stunning, intricately patterned leaves with vibrant hues of pink, purple, silver, and green, creating a striking contrast against its dark, burgundy stems. Its large, asymmetrical leaves boast a velvety texture and are adorned with dramatic swirls and spirals, adding to its ornate appearance.

Houseplants

27 Houseplants with Fun Foliage

From pinstripes to polka dots, there are many houseplant options with unique foliage. For those who appreciate a little more fun in their homes, houseplant expert Madison Moulton lists 27 houseplants with fun foliage.

Chaos Gardening. Close-up of a garden with a variety of flowering plants such as Cosmos, Zinnias, Salvia, Bluemink, Snapdragon and others.

Gardening Tips

Chaos Gardening: How to Start a Carefree Garden

For traditional gardeners who appreciate manicured beds and formal design, the phrase ‘chaos garden’ may seem strange. But it’s the latest thing taking over the gardening internet. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains chaos gardens and how you can start your own.

A dogwood tree boasting delicate pink blossoms, their hues catching the eye. In the background, a soft blur hints at another dogwood adorned with white flowers, creating a picturesque contrast. All trees are illuminated by the warm embrace of sunlight.

Trees

15 Trees to Plant This Arbor Day

Make this Arbor Day a memorable one by planting a tree in your backyard. Gardening expert Madison Moulton lists 15 trees you should consider planting this Arbor Day, no matter the size or style of your garden.

A close-up of the Surh-Anor Pomegranate variety showcasing its plump, crimson fruits, each one bursting with juicy goodness. Behind them, hints of other fruits in the blurred background add depth to the image, while the lush green leaves frame the bounty of nature.

Fruits

9 Best Pomegranate Varieties for Home Gardens

Pomegranates are incredibly low-maintenance, look stunning in the garden, and produce delicious, sweet fruits with a variety of uses. Gardening expert Madison Moulton lists 9 of the best pomegranate varieties for home gardens.

A close-up reveals 'Pink Lemonade' blueberries nestled amidst green leaves on a bush, the delicate pink hue of the berries contrasting beautifully with the foliage. The lush foliage and ripe pink blueberries evoke a sense of freshness and tranquility.

Fruits

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for ‘Pink Lemonade’ Blueberries

Instead of ripening to a deep purple-blue, ‘Pink Lemonade’ berries turn a dark pink or almost red when they are ready to eat, making them a colorful and unique addition to your edible garden. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains everything you need to know about growing and harvesting ‘Pink Lemonade’ blueberries.

View of a food forest with various plants in a sunny garden. In the garden, various edible crops are grown in layers from trees to ground cover plants. There are fruit trees, tall sunflowers, raspberry bushes, climbing cucumber plants, tomato plants, zucchini, various herbs and ground cover plants including strawberries.

Edible

How To Grow A Food Forest

Food forests are sustainable, edible ecosystems designed to match the diversity and balance of a natural forest. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains the benefits of food forests and how you can create your own in five steps.

spring rose care. Close-up of women's hands applying compost fertilizer to a rose bush in the spring garden. The rose bush consists of strong, upright, trimmed green stems covered with small sharp thorns and several young deciduous shoots of a reddish hue.

Gardening Inspiration

5 Spring Rose Care Tips

Spring is a crucial season for rose care. Now is the time to complete tasks like pruning, feeding, and tidying to set the stage for a productive season. Gardening expert Madison Moulton lists five spring rose care tips to tackle now.