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Catherine Sherriffs

Editor at Garden Culture Magazine

Catherine is a Canadian award-winning journalist who worked as a reporter and news anchor in Montreal’s radio and television scene for 10 years. A graduate of Concordia University, she left the hustle and bustle of the business after starting a family. Now, she’s the editor and a writer for Garden Culture Magazine while also enjoying being a mom to her three young kids. Her interests include great food, gardening, fitness, animals, and anything outdoors.

372 Articles

Tower Farming Technology Doing A World of Good

You may not love garden gadgets, but tech can help us grow a lot of food with less water and space! Tower farming is a viable alternative to growing in soil.

Reusable Takeout Containers Could Help Reduce Plastic Waste Produced By Restaurants

There’s no doubt the world is facing a major plastic problem. Could reusable takeout containers in the restaurant scene help? One pilot project thinks so!

Be More Zen By Taking A Dip Into The Forest Bathing Experience

Feeling stressed? Consider forest bathing! This Japanese practice offers many health benefits. All you need are some trees, the sun, and some peace and quiet.

We Like Our Potatoes Mashed, Roasted, and Pest-Free

National Potato Day is August 19th; celebrate by keeping your spuds pest-free in the garden! Be on the lookout for these common garden critters.

A Gardener’s Journey to Self-Sufficiency, Health, and Happiness

Inspiring! Liz Zorab, the author of Grounded: A Gardener's Journey to Abundance and Self-Sufficiency, talks about health and gardening with Catherine Sherriffs.

Make This Easy DIY Organic Spray To Help Control Blight In The Garden

Blight is the uninvited guest at the garden party that nobody is happy to see. When it hits, it can be devastating. Slow the spread with this DIY organic spray.

Giants In The Garden: What To Do With Overgrown Zucchini?

Zucchini plants are so rewarding; blink, and you’ve got yourself a harvest. But the fruit can rapidly grow too big. Here’s how to use it in the kitchen anyway!

5 Cool Ways to Conserve Garden Soil

The world’s soil won’t last forever, so think about reusing it in the garden over several growing seasons by following our tips and tricks for conservation!

The Dos and Donts of Harvesting, Curing and Storing Garlic

You plant the garlic, watch it grow, harvest the scapes, pick the bulbs, and then eat it, right? Wrong! There’s more to harvesting garlic than meets the eye.

The Half-Hour Allotment: Thriving Gardens In Just 30 Minutes A Day

Have you been wanting to grow your food but don’t have the time? Life is busy! But thriving, productive gardens are possible with just 30 minutes of work a day!

How To Make An Organic Houseplant Fertilizer

Looking to give your houseplants a little extra love? Follow this recipe for an easy and organic indoor plant fertilizer from Stephanie Rose’s Garden Alchemy.

Smart Gardening: Bringing Technology Into The Garden

Gardening by instinct is great, but what if your green thumb isn’t fully developed? Smart gardening brings tech to your plants and can make a big difference!

The Dangers of Overwatering the Garden, Even During a Heatwave

It’s been a steamy start to the summer, with temperatures hitting record highs. Even though it’s hot, don’t overwater the garden, even during a heatwave!

How To Encourage Pollination Inside A Greenhouse

Greenhouses offer perks, but pollination, or a lack thereof, might be a problem. Here are some tips to help with crop fertilization in a closed growing space.

Going Away? Vacation Planning for Container Gardens

Going away on vacation or plan on being away for a few long weekends this summer? Follow these tips to keep your container garden thriving while you’re gone.

Warped Strawberries? Why It Happens And How To Fix Them

Got misshapen strawberries? While it doesn’t mean they taste bad, warped or deformed berries are a sign that something’s not quite right. Here’s why it happens.

Growing Micro Fruits, Veggies, and Herbs in Tiny Spaces

Live in a tiny space but still want to grow food? Micro edibles are small but make a big impact, with plenty of compact or dwarf plant varieties out there.

Harvesting Delicious Garlic Scapes In The Garden

Your garlic cloves might not be ready to harvest, but the garlic scapes are! Flavorful and pretty to boot, scapes are delicious in many different recipes.

Grow Bag Gardening an Easy and Eco-Friendly Way To Grow Food

Grow bag gardening is on the rise as more people look to grow their food! Epic Gardening’s Kevin Espiritu tells us about the growing method and his new book.

5 Cool Ways Regenerative Agriculture Works

Regenerative Agriculture is the future, and it's simpler than you might think! Check out our list of 5 cool ways this natural growing method works.