Amanda Roberts

Amanda Roberts is a grad student and content creator based in Ottawa, Ontario. She's a mostly-self-taught plant mom making planty and lifestyle content.

Plants

How to Build a Cocktail Garden (Our Favourite Late Summer Trend)

Tips for creating a DIY cocktail garden (plus recipes) to ring in the last of summer.

Amanda Roberts

August 8, 2023

Illustration showcasing the easiest vegetables to grow by Canadian province

Plants

The Easiest Vegetables to Grow in Each Canadian Province

The best veggies to grow according to where you live – no matter your skill level.

Amanda Roberts

July 13, 2023

raspberries in a white bowl set on a wooden table

Plants

The Best Berry Bushes You Can Grow By Province

Nothing beats the simple pleasure of eating a freshly grown raspberry plucked from your own backyard.

Amanda Roberts

June 21, 2023

Monstera plant in a white modern planter

Indoor Plants

What Is Happening With The Cost of Monsteras?

Here's why the price of houseplants have skyrocketed.

Amanda Roberts

March 28, 2023

Gardening

The Best Fruit Trees You Can Grow by Province

From Ontario to British Columbia, we've got you covered.

Amanda Roberts

March 8, 2023

Holidays

Mini Macrame Plant Hanger Ornaments are the Perfect Gift Idea...

This adorable DIY adds a personalized touch to your loved ones' Christmas trees.

Amanda Roberts

December 15, 2022

Holidays

We Found The Best Holiday Wreath Tutorial on the Internet...

Learn how to make the perfect holiday wreath that adds a lovely, cozy touch to your outdoor decor.

Amanda Roberts

December 5, 2022

Halloween

Terracotta Jack-O-Lanterns Make for the Best Boho Halloween Decor

Let your plant babies join in on the spooky season festivities!

Amanda Roberts

October 12, 2022

Green Living

10 Low-Light Tolerant Plants (and How to Keep Them Alive!)

Decorating a darker space? These plants are excellent options for low-light rooms.

Amanda Roberts

September 14, 2022

Green Living

The Best Flowers to Cut For Dried Floral Arrangements

Preserve a little piece of summer or an arrangement from a special event.

Amanda Roberts

August 19, 2022

Plants

The Easiest Herbs You Can Grow Indoors Throughout the Year

Bring life and colour to your home while adding delicious, fresh flavour to your dishes.

Amanda Roberts

July 28, 2022

Green Living

10 Beautiful Beginner-Friendly Houseplants for People Who Kill...

Life can be rough for the beginner plant parent. But don't give up hope just yet! If you’ve got the opposite of a green thumb, give these...

Amanda Roberts

May 19, 2022