
Susan Patterson is a freelance writer with over fifteen years of writing experience. She has a passion for sharing knowledge in hopes of making a positive difference in the lives of others. She is a homeschooling mother of three who lives in a small town, in southeastern Virginia, on a five-acre urban homestead.
Susan is a Master Gardener and a sustainable living researcher who is always on the lookout for ways to simplify and make environmentally conscious decisions. With a background in nutrition and extensive knowledge of whole foods and wellness, Susan incorporates sustainable living practices that will improve the health of her family while reducing their carbon footprint.
Susan has a degree in Recreation and Leisure studies from the University of Waterloo in Waterloo, Ontario Canada.
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6 Ways to Modernize Your Outdoor Space
From bold to subtle, each change brings exciting elements....
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10 Superbly Satisfying Summer Flowering Shrubs
Flowering shrubs can provide a rainbow of color....
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Train a Pomegranate Tree with an Espalier
The 4 things you need to know to train your tree....
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What to Consider When You Buy Blueberry Bushes
7 factors that will make or break your harvest....
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6 Reasons to Grow Vertical
Hydroponics and soil-free growing mediums have made it possible to grow all kinds of plants ver...
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Caring for an Arborvitae Tree
Have a healthy and lush plant that lasts for years....
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7 Steps to Make an Autopots Hydroponic System
No room, no time? An Autopots system can solve that....
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Does Red Mulch Dye Ruin Any Of The Benefits Of Mulching?
Red mulch is a popular choice because of its vibrant appearance, but is it hurting your plants?...
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How to Repel Crows
What do you do when invaded by ravens?...
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Growing Pinto Beans Indoors
From seed to pot in 8 steps....
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How to Brace Your Unestablished Palm Tree
Help your new tree build a strong foundation....
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7 Ultimate Window Cleaning Tips
Erase the dirty barrier to the outdoors....
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The Efficiency of Ancient Passive Heating and Cooling Techniques
Green solutions to one of our most basic needs....
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Have You Heard of a Fireplace Draft Stopper?
It might not be as fun as it sounds, but it can save you a lot of money....
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3 Creative Ways to Light Your Home Using Upcycled Materials
You're gonna throw that out? You've got the free makings for a lamp in your recycling bin....
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Guide to Planting Crepe Myrtle
Plant for its fast-growing, multi-stemmed, colorful charm....
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DIY Bathroom Renovation Tips to Save Your Sanity and Wallet
Affordable solutions for bathroom renovations....
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How to Love and Stay Safe in an Older Car
Not everyone can afford a brand new car. Keep your baby from becoming a clunker....
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Upcycle to Organize
Turn old clutter into new clean....
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Here’s Every Plant That Attracts Butterflies
Welcome the most magical and beautiful insects to your yard....
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7 Alternative Kitchen Storage Ideas
Find new storage alternatives using a new perspective....
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A Classic Look a New Way: Wood Grain Tiles
Harder than hardwood, and will last even longer....
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Protecting Indoor Plants this Winter
The 5 factors you need to keep in mind....
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5 Ways to Improve Kitchen Lighting
Illuminate the workspace where you spend copious time....
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How to Create a Small Reading Nook
Make a little reading nook in just six steps....
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Weeping Cherry Tree Pruning
Weeping cherry trees are a beautiful tree....
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Feng Shui Your Bedroom for Optimal Peace
Principles of balance and optimization that lead to rest and relaxation and maybe a little some...
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How to Downsize Room-by-Room
Maximize space by minimizing clutter with these easy-to-follow downsizing tips....
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It's Cold Out There: Stay Safe While You Work or Play Outside
Just because it's cold doesn't mean you're not overheating....
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How to Hide Kitchen Clutter
10 ways to find your kitchen again....
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Organize Those Places You Hate to Look At
Pay special attention to those areas in your home that you can easily conceal from neighbors an...
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How to Plant and Grow Rose of Sharon
It's a fairly easy task that only takes a little time....
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Vertical Garden: Growing Indoors
Build and maintain an indoor living wall in just 5 steps....
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5 Gazania Flower Care Tips
Gazania flowers can blossom to their fullest if you follow these tips for their care....
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Identifying and Treating Broad Bean Diseases
Look out for rust and chocolate spot disease....
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How to Harvest Soybeans
From testing for ripeness, to storage and snacking....
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Aquaponics: Good Grow Bed Media
Four growing media options for your aquaponics system....
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Beet Transplanting Tips
You need to know three things to get this job done....
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How to Identify Fruit Trees
There are 6 types of fruit tree. Can you tell a drupe from a pepo?...
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Pruning a Begonia
Keep your begonia shapely and healthy through all the seasons....
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Growing a Rex Begonia Indoors
The rex begonia rewards the home gardener with a spectacular show of foliage....
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Prune a Jade Plant for Better Shape
Get this low-maintenance plant into shape....
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Tree Planting - Introduction
The 8 questions to answer before you plant a tree....
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How to Attract Insect-Eating Birds, Part 1
Add some of these 3 elements to your garden, and bring on the birds....
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Growing and Caring for Spider Plants
Almost impossible to kill. What houseplant could be better?...
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Answers to Lawn Care Questions #2
From seeding to watering to fertilizing, get the answers you're looking for....
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Quackgrass vs Crabgrass
Identify and eliminate these two invasive weeds....
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How to Transplant an Aloe Vera Plant
Aloe Vera plants outgrow their pots quickly. Here's how to transplant it....
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Reviving a Dead Lawn
The 5 things you need for the green grass you want....
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Environmentally Friendly Boat Cleaning Tips
Harsh cleaning chemicals aren't always best. Keep it green next boating season when you're prep...