Sarah Empey
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About Sarah Empey
Sarah is a writer for Backyard Boss. She graduated from The University of Waterloo with a Bachelor’s degree in honors history and has six years of content marketing experience.
When she’s not writing Sarah enjoys reading, spending time outdoors in her garden, and caring for her houseplants.
Education: Sarah obtained her Bachelor's degree from The University of Waterloo in 2016.
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Grow 6 Delicious Types of Cold Hardy Lettuce in Winter
Enjoy fresh salads all winter with tasty, cold-hardy lettuce!
Use Baking Soda to Kill Crabgrass and Make Lawn Care Easy
Don't let crabgrass take over your lawn. A simple kitchen hack makes it easy to eliminate this troublesome weed!
Why These 6 Plants Need Baking Soda
Baking soda is well known in the kitchen, but it's a superstar in the garden. Find out why you should be using baking soda on many common plants!
The Best Fruits and Vegetables to Harvest in August
Discover the secret to a bountiful August harvest with the best, most delicious must-grow fruits and vegetables.
4 Types of Basil You Should Grow in Your Herb Garden
Discover the delightful and delicious varieties of basil that you can cultivate in your herb garden this year!
How to Harvest Your Summer Squash
Enjoy the rewards of your work in the garden when you learn how to harvest summer squash!
How to Treat Garden Ponds to Get Them Ready For Spring
Discover simple ways to refresh your backyard pond for spring so it's ready and gorgeous for the season.
6 Spring Garden Tasks You Should Complete Before You Plant
Get your backyard in excellent shape for spring with the best projects to set your garden up for a successful growing season.
How to Spring Clean Your Garden Shed
Use tips and tricks that make spring cleaning your garden shed a breeze.
Plant Potatoes in February if You Want Them in Your Garden!
February is the perfect month to plant potatoes so they're ripe and ready to eat when the weather warms up!
5 Bulbs You Should Buy in February For Early Spring Planting
If you wan to see the most amazing flowers in your yard in spring, get these bulbs ready for early planting!
5 Vegetables to Direct Sow in December
It is possible to enjoy gardening even in chilly winter weather! Plant these seeds right in the ground and they'll grown even in December.
Why You Should Plant Your Tulip Bulbs in November
Learn why November is an optimal time for planting tulip bulbs in your garden!
5 Plants That Remove Mold From Your Home
Get a look at the best houseplants for reducing mold in your home, so that you can breathe fresh, clean air indoors!
Moon Flower: Grow This Beautiful Perennial Vine
Learn how to grow moon flowers to enjoy exquisite nocturnal blooms during summer and autumn evenings!
Skip the Gym, Do Landscaping to Get in Shape
Refresh your fitness routine and catch up on landscaping projects at the same time! Some landscaping activities are fantastic exercises.
How Often Should You Repaint Your Fence?
Repainting your fence gives it a whole new look...but how often do you have to do it to keep your fence looking pretty?
5 Flower Seeds That Are Perfect to Plant in Summer
Enjoy stunning fall blooms or get a head start on next year's garden when you start planting these five types of flower seeds in summer!
9 Reasons Why Hydrogen Peroxide For Plants Is a Must
Learn about 11 amazing benefits of hydrogen peroxide for plants and how to apply it in your garden for fantastic results!