Charlotte Sears
School
Stony Brook University
Expertise
Organic Gardening, Landscaping Design, Horticulture
- She has worked on an organic vegetable farm, as a farm manager, and in a greenhouse as a horticultural technician.
- She has previously gardened in Zone 7A but loves learning about organic gardening and native plants in the high desert, Zones 5b and 6a.
- She designed and planted the Stony Brook University logo in red and white begonias at the university's entrance in 2019.
Experience
Upon attaining her bachelor's degree, Charlotte discovered a profound passion for nurturing her love for horticulture. She immersed herself in the industry, gaining invaluable hands-on experience and advancing both her expertise and admiration for plants and landscaping. Initially contributing to outdoor gardening websites, her writing journey has evolved to encompass diverse subjects, spanning from home improvement to lifestyle and design. Her commitment to bridging the gap between nature and human spaces is evident in her work, reflecting a deep-rooted love for the green world and a keen eye for aesthetic harmony.
Education
Charlotte graduated from Stony Brook University with a bachelor's in sustainability studies while working as a horticultural assistant and farm manager.
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Stories By Charlotte Sears
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If you live in the South, you are likely familiar with Texas sage. Learn here why your neighbors adorn their gardens with this flower with one great benefit.
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Elephant ears are tropical plants known for their gigantic leaves. Planting their bulbs at the right time of year ensures their success. Here's how to do it.
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Hummingbirds have specific preferences concerning the flowers they’ll drink from. If you grow this plant in your yard, hummingbirds will find it hard to resist.
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The coneflower is a popular choice for many gardens, but it isn't imperious to plant diseases. Save your coneflowers and be mindful of this symptom.
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In spring, nothing is better than watching hummingbirds flit from flower to flower in your garden. Attract them to your yard with this blue and purple stunner.
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If you’ve been saving your overripe bananas, use one of them to attract hummingbirds. The single ingredient will bring them to your yard in no time. Here’s why.
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If your plants look worse for wear, your soil could be to blame. To fix it, consider adding this ingredient to your soil for healthier, thriving plants.
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If you raise chickens in your yard, you may have to get right against the wire to check on them. Back up and try out TikTok's painting trick to aid visibility.
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Growing hydrangeas has its challenges and growing them from seed is even more difficult. Learn to avoid this common mistake before sowing your hydrangea seeds.
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Hiding your dirty laundry hamper with upgraded cabinets is a game changer in the home. DIY a cleaner and more streamlined laundry room like this.
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Keeping an eye on your home's humidity levels is important for many reasons. If you need to measure them but don't have a hygrometer, use this ice cube trick.