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Logan Hailey

Logan Hailey is a passionate garden writer, nomad, and former ecological farmer. She has a BS in sustainable horticulture and has experience growing a variety of vegetables, fruits, and herbs. Logan's has immense experience in both organic and non-organic gardening methods. She's been featured by MSN.com, Thrillist, and Apartment Therapy as well as many other major news outlets for her gardening expertise.

Different varieties of colorful tomatoes

Vegetables

Types of Tomatoes and Their Classifications

Looking to learn a lot more about the different types of tomatoes and their classifications? Tomatoes have a few different classes, which help or inhibit their growth, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Logan Hailey looks at the different types of tomatoes, and their classifications.

A close-up reveals the vibrant, moist green leaves of a bunch of parsley. The leaves are standing out against a blurred background of brown soil, creating a visually appealing contrast.

Herbs

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Parsley

Are you thinking of adding parsley to your garden this season? This lovely herb can make a wonderful indoor or outdoor plant. In this article, gardening expert Logan Hailey looks at everything you need to know to grow parsley in your herb garden, including maintenance and care needs.

Green plants of tarragon on a bed in the spring garden

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How to Plant, Grow and Care For Tarragon

Trying to grow tarragon in your garden this season but aren't quite sure where to start? Tarragon makes a fantastic low-maintenance herb that any gardener can add to their garden space. In this article, gardening expert Logan Hailey walks through all you need to know about growing Tarragon, including maintenance and care needs.

Watermelons direct sown in May Spring Garden

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9 Fruits and Vegetables to Direct Seed in May

Are you looking to direct seed some fruits or veggies into your garden in the midst of spring? It's the perfect month to direct sow a number of different seeds right into your garden plot or raised beds. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares her favorite fruits and vegetables to start direct seeding into your garden during the month of May.

Dying rosemary plant in container with brown withered leaves

Herbs

15 Reasons Your Rosemary is Turning Brown & Dying

If your rosemary is turning brown and dying, there could be a number of different reasons it's happening. Rosemary plants are hardy plants, but they can still fall victim to certain pests and diseases. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares the most common reasons for a brown, dying rosemary plant.

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15 Tips for Growing Rosemary in Pots or Containers

Growing rosemary in pots or containers isn't difficult. In fact, rosemary is one of the easiest plants to grow in containers. But how well it grows will depend on a few different factors. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares her top tips for growing beautiful rosemary plants in containers or pots this season.

Lemon balm growing in the garden with bright green leaves

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How to Plant, Grow and Care For Lemon Balm

Are you thinking of adding lemon balm to your outdoor garden beds or indoor herb garden? Lemon balm can serve many different purposes in the garden. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey walks through everything you need to know about Lemon Balm, including maintenance and care.

propagate rosemary from cuttings

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How to Propagate Rosemary From Cuttings in 9 Easy Steps

If you are thinking of propagating rosemary in your garden, propagation via cuttings is the most efficient way to do it. There are a few simple steps you'll need to follow for your best chance at success. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares each step you'll stick to when propagating rosemary.

Oregano growing in a pot on a ledge

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How to Plant, Grow and Care for Oregano

Thinking of growing oregano in your garden, but aren't sure where to start? Oregano is a low-maintenance garden herb that will grow easily in the right environment. In this article, gardening expert Logan Hailey shares everything you need to know about growing Oregano in your garden, including maintenance and care.

calendula

Herbs

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Calendula

Are you thinking of adding calendula to your garden this season? This popular herb has many different uses and is quite easy to grow. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares everything you need to know about growing calendula in your garden, including maintenance and care needs.

Pink Yarrow Flowers Growing in Garden

Herbs

How to Plant, Grow and Care for Yarrow

Are you thinking of adding yarrow to your garden this season? This versatile herb can serve many purposes and makes a wonderful companion plant. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares everything you need to know about growing yarrow this season, including maintenance and care needs.

New tomatoes seeded in the month of April in garden

Vegetables

15 Vegetables to Start Seeding in April

April is the start of spring, and a month when many gardeners across the northern hemisphere start planting their crops. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares her favorite vegetables to start seeding in April.

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How Much and How Often Should You Water Your Seedlings?

Whether indoor sowing or direct sowing outdoors this season, water is a critical part of a plant's growth cycle. But too much water can be a bad thing for seedlings. In this article, gardening expert Logan Hailey shares how much and how often you should be watering the seedlings in your garden this season.

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How Deep Should You Sow Seeds Indoors?

Are you planting seeds indoors this season, but aren't sure how deep you should be planting your seeds? The answer will depend on a few different variables. In this article, former organic farmer and gardening expert Logan Hailey shares the proper seed depth when starting your seeds indoors this season.

Gardener is direct seeding seeds into the ground on the left, and sowing indoors into trays on the right.

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Direct Seeding vs. Indoor Sowing: Which is Better?

Are you trying to decide between indoor sowing and direct seeding this season? There are many benefits to both, depending on the type of garden you are growing. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey looks at the pros and cons of both sowing methods.

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9 Tips for Better Seed Germination Rates This Season

Whether you are indoor sowing, winter sowing, or direct sowing, high germination rates are something that every gardener hopes for. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares her top tips for better germination rates from your seeds this season!