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Maria Webster

Maria Webster

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Maria is an award-winning landscaper turned expert horticultural writer, from the desert southwest. In addition to contributing to multiple home and garden outlets, she enjoys writing about mental health and personal growth & development. Writing is a favorite hobby, and she regularly publishes personal essays and elegiac poetry on Medium, where she's been curated in multiple niches. Her other passions include horses and cooking. Maria attended college in Texas and earned a bachelor's degree in education. She's currently based in Arizona with her 80-pound Red Heeler/German Shepherd, Dodger.

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The Importance Of Sulfur In Your Garden

In your garden soil, sulfur is as important to your plants' vitality as phosphorus. Here's what you need to know to put sulfur to work in your garden.
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How To Improve Garden Soil in Winter

Use these tips to improve your garden soil in winter to make sure it's ready to go (and grow!) in spring.
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How to Take Care of Winter Weeds

Not everything goes dormant in the wintertime. Winter weeds are thriving and will wreak havoc in your garden. Be sure you're prepared.