Kaitlyn Bain
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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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The Newest Plant Trend Is Selfing: Flowers That Self-Pollinate
Selfing flowers are ones that can pollinate themselves. Learn how pollination occurs and why it's so important for flowers.
Why You Should Grow Onion From Seed, and Do It Now
Growing onions from seed offers benefits that onion sets can't match. Discover how to grow onions from seed.
The Amazing Living Root Bridges: 3 Ways to Create Your Own
Create your own living root bridge in your backyard today! Discover three ideas to add root bridges to your outdoor landscaping.
Are Your Seeds Too Old?
Seeds have a lifespan and expiration date like every other living thing. Learn how to know if your seeds are old, and what to do about it.
Say It With Plants: Meanings and Symbolism in What You Grow
Plant meanings and symbolism are present across time and cultures. Learn the language of flowers so you can plant with purpose.
Roses Color Meaning: Speak to Your Sweetie With Flowers
If you're thinking of gifting someone roses, it's important to know the meaning of different rose colors. Learn which rose color to send today.
5 Southwest Landscaping Tasks You Need to Do in February
If you live in the Southwestern United States, February is the perfect time to complete five landscaping tasks. Learn about these tasks today.
Protect Plants From Cicadas: How to Manage a Swarm
Major cicada swarms are set to appear in April across the Midwestern United States. Discover how to protect plants from these bugs so you can prepare.
5 Winter Houseplants to Chase Away the Blues
Suffering from seasonal affective disorder? Try growing some psychologically uplifting plants! Discover emotional support plants today.
New England Gardens: Plant Winter Vegetables in February
You don't have to wait for spring to get a start on your New England garden designs! Discover how to create a winter garden full of fresh vegetables.
The 4 Most Mind-Blowing New Plants Discovered by Science
Every year, thousands of new plants are found. Learn about four recently discovered plants that are different than any you've ever seen!
6 Vegetables That Are Fruits and You Never Knew
Some culinary vegetables are fruit when you classify them the way a botanist would. Discover six surprising vegetables that are fruit.
4 Plant Pests That Might Infest You
Plant pests don't always restrict their damage to your plants. Some common plant pests can also infest you!
Winter Flowers: Daffodils Are a Cold Weather Delight
Some daffodils still bloom in the middle of winter. Discover what daffodils bloom in the winter when there's still snow on the ground.
6 Colorful Winter Wedding Flowers For Gorgeous Centerpieces
If you're having a winter wedding you'll need the perfect flowers. Discover six of the best winter wedding flowers for your centerpieces.
8 Plants Found in Royal Palace Gardens
How does a royal palace garden grow? With snowdrops and daffodils and plants fit for any king.
Are There Flowers That Don't Die in Winter?
Winter flowers come in a range of colors, shapes and sizes. Discover some of the best winter plants that bloom through the cold season.
Clean Gutters in Winter: Why You Must Clean Gutters Before Spring
Clean your gutters in the winter to prevent problems in the spring! Learn why you should winter clean gutters as well as how to clean them.
Coreopsis lanceolata: Guide to Growing and Caring For Lance-leaf Coreopsis
Coreopsis lanceolata, lance-leaf coreopsis, does not need a lot of work to bring beautiful yellow blooms to your garden.
Properly Prune Your Bartlett Pear Tree
Pruning pear trees is an essential task that should be performed once a year. Discover how to prune Bartlett pear trees today.