Lori Lovely

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Lori Lovely is an award-winning journalist, editor, freelance writer and children's book author. She has covered a number of fields in her journalism career, including construction, green building, energy, environmental issues, animals, motorsports, Native American concerns and more. Prior to writing, her background includes working in landscaping and floral design―experience that comes in handy on her Indiana farm, where the lifelong animal lover raises alpacas and chickens. Connect with Lori on LinkedIn.

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MARCH 27, 2023 | MONDAY
7 Reasons to Love Earthworms—and How to Attract More to Your Garden

Gardeners are thrilled to discover worms when they work the soil in their planting beds because of the critical role these slimy little friends play in producing rich, healthy soil that’s...

MARCH 3, 2023 | FRIDAY
6 Birds That Get Their Coloring From the Food They Eat and What to Feed Them

It’s said we are what we eat. For some birds, what they eat colors their appearance. Most birds with red, orange, or yellow pigmentation in their feathers get those colors from carotenoid...

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 | TUESDAY
12 Best Flowers for Starting from Seed

Long before spring arrives, gardeners begin dreaming of gardens filled with an abundance of beautiful flowers. If you plan to sow flower seeds (as opposed to purchasing plants already sta...

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 | MONDAY
7 Ways Rats Are Destroying Your Home, and What to Do About It

Many homeowners enjoy seeing the occasional wildlife on their property – until said wildlife infiltrates their home and damages it. Warmer, wetter weather means rat populations are on the...

FEBRUARY 21, 2023 | TUESDAY
How to Grow Hydrangeas

Hydrangeas are among garden favorites—whether because of their large, showy flowers or the fact that they bloom summer through fall while other plants may fade away. Perhaps one contribut...

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 | MONDAY
8 Types of Tomatoes All Home Gardeners Should Know

Tomatoes are one of the most popular food plants grown in home gardens in the U. S. and around the world, and there are many types of tomatoes available to suit varied climates and person...

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 | FRIDAY
11 Things You Need If You're Raising Backyard Chickens

The cost of eggs incentivized many homeowners to consider raising backyard chickens, with numbers rising from 8 percent to 13 percent in 2022, but there are many other benefits of keeping...

JANUARY 19, 2023 | THURSDAY
The 14 Best Shrubs for the Front of the House

Shrubs are the foundation plants that enhance a home’s curb appeal and personality. Carefully select the best shrubs to add privacy, block street noise, and transform a house into an invi...

JANUARY 12, 2023 | THURSDAY
How to Be Your Own Florist

Learning how to be your own florist will save you money and provide a creative outlet for your “budding” talent. Arranging flowers requires an eye for color, scale, and design, along with...

JANUARY 6, 2023 | FRIDAY
How to Grow a Cut Flower Garden at Home

Vibrant blossoms in flower beds are a delight that many gardeners want to bring inside to enjoy—but some might hesitate to decimate their lush garden with extensive flower harvesting. If ...