Betsy Ekholm
Betsy Ekholm is the gardens manager at Blithewold Manor, Gardens, and Arboretum in Bristol, RI. She interned at the Arnold Arboretum and is a Rhode Island Certified Horticulturist. Betsy writes the garden blog for Blithewold and is also a contributing writer for their member’s magazine. When she is not managing the gardens at Blithewold, she is working in her own garden in Riverside, RI with her husband. They are cultivating a native-centric garden in a lawn-centric suburb. Betsy is passionate about connecting people to the plants, animals, and insects that share this planet with us.
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DesignHow to Grow Creeping Thyme
Creeping thyme (Thymus spp. and cvs., Zones 4–9) is a valuable addition to almost any garden display. These diminutive perennials are as hardworking as they come, putting up with foot…
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DesignThe Best Plants for Spring Color in Your Region
As winter loosens its grip, the arrival of spring brings a burst of fresh color to gardens across the country. But depending on where you live, the best plants for…
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Northeast Regional Reports9 Aggressive Plants Homeowners May Regret Adding to Their Garden
We’ve all been there: looking at plants in the nursery and impulsively bringing home something we are not familiar with and don’t have a plan for. These plants are sometimes…
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