About Lakeisha Ethans
With a passion for all things green and an insatiable curiosity for the natural world, I try to transform the art of gardening into a delightful and enchanting experience through captivating words.
Beyond the pages, I'm often found with my hands in the soil, experimenting with new planting techniques or tending to my own thriving garden sanctuary. My personal experiences and successes bring authenticity and relatability to my writing as I generously share both triumphs and lessons learned along my gardening journey.
So grab a cup of tea, settle into a cozy nook, and allow my words to transport you to a magical realm where gardening dreams come alive!
Latest Articles
How Deep Should You Make Your Raised Bed?
A raised garden bed is a great way to reconnect with nature without straining yourself, but how deep should it be for successful harvest?
5 Clever Ways to Use Oatmeal in Your Garden
Oatmeal is good for your body but also great for your garden! It keeps pests away and helps eliminate sticky sap. Here's more!
2 Ways to Tell What Type of Soil You Have
Soil plays a significant role in your plant's life so knowing the type of soil you're dealing with is important. Here are two ways to tell.
2 Ways to Amend Your Soil's pH
Soil pH affects plant growth as it influences the soil's biological and physical properties. Here's how to amend it for a healthy garden.
5 Vegetable Gardening Tips Every Beginner Should Know
Vegetable gardening requires a good amount of planning and forethought, but its a rewarding experience. Here are some tips to help you out!
How to Prepare Your Garden Soil for Spring Planting
For a bountiful harvest, it's important to prepare your garden soil for before planting in the spring. Here are some ways to do it right!
6 Gardening Supplies You Can Get for Free
Gardening is a great way to reconnect with nature and grow your own food, but it can be costly. Here's how to get free gardening supplies!
5 Ways to Increase Soil pH
Soil pH plays a significant role in the types of plants you can grow in your garden. Here are effective ways to increase soil pH.
6 Composting Problems and How to Fix Them
Composting helps you transform kitchen scraps and organic garden debris into black gold. Here's how to fix common composting problems!
5 Tips for What to Do About Mold in Houseplant Soil
Seeing mold in your soil can be terrifying, and while the mold is harmless, it can invite fungus that can harm your plants. Here's what do to.
How to Germinate Seeds in Paper Towels
Did you know you can speed up the seed germination process using paper towels? It's so easy you won't germinate seeds any other way again!
How to Properly Wash Your Home Grown Fruits and Vegetables
Cleaning produce properly is a life skill that will help you ensure your fruits and vegetables are safe to eat. Here's how to do it right.
Can You Use Moldy Potting Soil?
Soil is one of the primary factors in your plants’ development. But can you use moldy potting soil? Here's what you need to know.
5 Cheap Ways to Fill Your Raised Garden Beds
A raised garden bed is a great way to grow your crops, but you'll need to fill them up first. Here are cheap ways to fill raised garden beds.
How to Start Your Own Garden
Gardening is a great way to reconnect with nature and grow your own crops and flowers. Here's a nifty guide to help you start your garden!
4 Tips to Starting a Lasagna Garden in a Raised Bed
Looking for a cool method to start your raised garden bed? A lasagna garden might just be what you need. Here's what you need to know.
How to Convert Your Raised Bed to a DIY Cold Frame
If you're looking for ways to convert your raised bed to a DIY cold frame, here are two quick and easy ways you can try today.
How Often Should Crops Be Rotated?
Crop rotation is a process of changing what you grow on your raised beds to help replenish the soil's nutrients. But how often is too often?
Should You Remove Old Soil From Roots When Repotting?
In short, it depends on the kind of soil clinging to the plant's roots. Here's when to remove and when not to remove old soil when repotting.
How to Create a Raised Bed Keyhole Garden
A keyhole garden helps you tend to your plants easily due to their circular shapes and mid-point cut-outs. But how to make the perfect one?