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Kasie Rae Johnson

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Hi, I’m Kasie a gardener and photographer documenting life in the garden. Based in NJ/NY, I share beginner-friendly growing tips and real-life gardening insights to help you cultivate your own beautiful, productive outdoor space.
Why Monarch Butterflies Depend on Milkweed and What Gardeners Can Plant to Help

Why Monarch Butterflies Depend on Milkweed and What Gardeners Can Plant to Help

April 8, 2026April 29, 20264 mins0
Everyone in North America probably knows how monarch butterflies and milkweed plants need each other to survive.…
  • Garden Problems
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How to Grow Milkweed Successfully and Avoid the Mistakes Most Gardeners Make

How to Grow Milkweed Successfully and Avoid the Mistakes Most Gardeners Make

April 8, 2026April 29, 20265 mins0
Lots of gardeners are now growing milkweed because it helps monarch butterflies. However, many beginners face issues…
  • Watering Tips
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Why Houseplant Leaves Turn Yellow and the 6 Most Common Causes

April 8, 2026April 29, 20265 mins0
What houseplant owners ask about most in gardening forums, at plant stores, and with local extension services…
  • Planting Basics
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How to Harvest and Dry Lavender at the Perfect Time for Maximum Fragrance

How to Harvest and Dry Lavender at the Perfect Time for Maximum Fragrance

April 8, 2026April 29, 20264 mins0
Lots of people grow lavender in their gardens because of its wonderfully strong smelling flowers, the fact…
  • Raised Beds
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A Beginner’s Complete Guide to Installing Drip Irrigation in a Home Garden

A Beginner’s Complete Guide to Installing Drip Irrigation in a Home Garden

April 8, 2026April 29, 20266 mins0
If you’re growing vegetables at home, changing to drip irrigation is probably the best thing you could…
  • Watering Tips
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How to Start Composting at Home With Zero Experience and Minimal Space

April 8, 2026April 29, 20265 mins0
Gardeners often call compost “black gold”, and for good reason: it’s a wonderfully rich, dark, and crumbly…
  • Raised Beds
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What a Soil Test Reveals and Why Guessing Costs Gardeners More Than Testing

What a Soil Test Reveals and Why Guessing Costs Gardeners More Than Testing

April 8, 2026April 29, 20265 mins0
Most home gardeners don’t use them, but professional soil tests are amazingly valuable. They typically cost between…
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How to Start Worm Composting Indoors-Even in a Small Apartment

How to Start Worm Composting Indoors-Even in a Small Apartment

April 8, 2026April 29, 20265 mins0
Using worms to compost, which is called vermicomposting, is the best way to change your kitchen waste…
  • Seasonal Gardening
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7 Types of Garden Mulch Compared and Which One Works Best for Each Situation

7 Types of Garden Mulch Compared and Which One Works Best for Each Situation

April 8, 2026April 29, 20267 mins0
Gardening is made much easier, and results are significantly improved, by mulching, but lots of people completely…
  • Seasonal Gardening
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5 Common Fertilizer Mistakes That Do More Harm Than Good in the Garden

5 Common Fertilizer Mistakes That Do More Harm Than Good in the Garden

April 8, 2026April 29, 20265 mins0
People often don’t use fertilizer correctly in their home gardens. Lots of gardeners think plants will grow…
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About Author

Kasie Rae Johnson

Kasie Rae Johnson

Hi, I’m Kasie a gardener and photographer documenting life in the garden. Based in NJ/NY, I share beginner-friendly growing tips and real-life gardening insights to help you cultivate your own beautiful, productive outdoor space.

Recent Posts
  • How to Divide Perennial Plants to Get Free Plants Every Year
  • 9 Proven Ways to Stop Damping Off Disease Before It Destroys Seedlings
  • 7 Simple Fixes That Save Leggy Seedlings Before It’s Too Late
  • 7 Cool-Season Crops That Grow Better When Planted Directly in the Garden
  • 56 Vegetables and Herbs That Thrive in Shady Gardens
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  • 7 Cool-Season Crops That Grow Better When Planted Directly in the Garden
  • 56 Vegetables and Herbs That Thrive in Shady Gardens

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9 Proven Ways to Stop Damping Off Disease Before It Destroys Seedlings
7 Simple Fixes That Save Leggy Seedlings Before It’s Too Late
How to Eliminate Aphids From the Garden Without Using Harsh Chemicals
Why Monarch Butterflies Depend on Milkweed and What Gardeners Can Plant to Help

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7 Cool-Season Crops That Grow Better When Planted Directly in the Garden

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How Long Do Seeds Really Last? A Practical Guide to Seed Viability

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Which Seeds Need Light to Germinate and Which Ones Need Total Darkness

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