Kaitlyn Bain-List Writer

Kaitlyn Bain

List Writer

August, 2023
plant care, flower bed, indoor gardening
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About Kaitlyn Bain

Kaitlyn is an experienced freelance writer and the owner of The Polished Writer. She's been gardening since she was a little girl and loves burying her hands deep in the dirt to encourage new life to sprout. One of her biggest passions is helping other gardeners learn the ins and outs of growing, harvesting, and caring for all types of plants. She once rescued a baby spider plant sitting in a hot grocery store parking lot. The babies harvested from that plant have produced several further generations of spider plants that she's lovingly cared for over the past ten years. Her favorite flower is the calla lily, and she loves finding new perennials that grow in her zone. Kaitlyn hopes to encourage as many people as possible to find joy in gardening and spending time in their own backyards. 

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5 Reasons to Use Baking Soda on Your Fruit Trees

Who needs expensive treatments? With a box of baking soda, you can handle lots of problems pestering your fruit trees!

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How Much Does Watering Grass Cost You?

Is your lush lawn worth the water bill? Uncover the truth about grass watering costs and learn how to save money while keeping your yard thriving.

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A Monster Garden Pest Has Arrived: The Frankenstein Fire Ant

A hybrid of the invasive red and black fire ants is sweeping across the United States. Learn about Frankenstein fire ants and the damage they cause.

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How to Give Your Garden Shed a Charming Tiny House Exterior

Transform the exterior of your simple garden shed into one that looks like a tiny house with a few tips. Discover how to makeover your garden shed!

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Yaupon: Is This the Coffee Alternative You'll Love?

Discover a new coffee alternative that you can grow in the backyard and won't give you the jitters. Introducing yaupon holly!

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How to Avoid AI Plant Scams

Artificial intelligence has led to some pretty convincing scams. Learn to identify the signs of AI scams so you can buy plants with confidence.

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5 Flowers That Look Amazing With Summer Hairstyles

Stand out from the crowd this year with nature-inspired summer hair. Grow five beautiful flowers for summer hairstyles in your flower garden!

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Grow a Japanese Garden: 8 Creative Ideas

Discover eight creative garden ideas for adding a Japanese garden to your landscape for some peace and tranquility.

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5 Yummy Garden Vegetables You Can Grill Whole

When planning your list of BBQ food this year, leave space on the menu for vegetables you grew in your garden. A lot of veggies can be grilled whole!

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Use Buckets as Your Garden Planters

Buckets are perfect for container gardening if you're looking for a re-usable and budget friendly option to grow your plants.

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5 Cookout Dishes Made With Garden Ingredients

The only thing that makes summer BBQ better is making your cookout dishes using garden ingredients you grew yourself! Discover five cookout dishes.

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5 Garden Flowers You Need For a Happiness Bouquet

Discover the best garden flowers to grow at home for a delightful cut flower happiness bouquet that will bring a smile to your face.

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5 Organic Mulch Options For Your Garden

Organic mulch is a great way to protect your plants, cut down on garden work, and enrich your soil!

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6 Ways to Spruce Up Your Driveway For Spring

Get your driveway spruced up and ready for spring!

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Slugs, Maggots, and 6 Garden Pests You Will See in March

March is the time when many overwintering pests wake up, which means you'll be seeing them in the garden!

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Yard Care: Why You Have Frayed Grass Tips

If your grass tips are looking frayed it's time to do some maintenance on your lawn mower. Discover how to achieve a clean cut every time you mow.

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Plant 6 Easy and Delicious Summer Vegetables This March

With spring just around the corner, it's time to start thinking about your summer vegetables!

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How to Plant a Cactus: 5 Pro Gardener Tricks

Planting a cactus doesn't have to be a painful experience! Learn how to plant a cactus today so you can enjoy this unique plant in your landscape.

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Fertilize Grass in February For a Gorgeous Lawn in Spring

The end of winter is around the corner...which means that right now is the ideal time to fertilize your grass!

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The Biggest Flower in the World Has a Horrible Smell

Rafflesia arnoldii is the biggest flower in the world — but it may also be one of the smelliest. Learn all about the corpse flower!

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