Harry Collins
Areas of Expertise: Plant Physiology | Container Gardening
Harry, the Why Guy
Most garden problems make sense once you know what’s causing them, and that is the part I focus on.
I have a degree in Landscape Management and over 15 years of hands-on growing, in small city balcony containers and large perennial borders alike.
I use basic plant science to explain why plants behave the way they do, and I keep it in plain words with steps you can actually follow.
The Questions I Answer
Most of my work starts with a why. Why gravel in a pot keeps roots wetter, why yellow leaves rarely need more fertilizer, and why saved squash seeds do not always come back the same.
I answer those questions here in plain words, with steps that actually work.
Most gardeners wing it when planting tulip bulbs, then wonder why their blooms flop or vanish after one season. Turns out, depth matters way more
If you have ever wanted to grow lavender from seed but felt intimidated by the process, you’re in good company, and honestly, it’s simpler than
I used to think you needed a huge garden to grow real food. I was wrong. The first time I tried growing bell peppers in
Ever wonder why some gardens seem to burst with life while others struggle? Look down at that dark, crumbly layer beneath your feet. That’s topsoil,
Watering your lawn seems simple enough, right? Turn on the sprinkler, let it run, and watch your grass grow. But here’s the thing: when you
Aloe vera has quietly become the darling of plant lovers everywhere, and honestly, it’s easy to see why. This spiky succulent asks for almost nothing
I’ve always believed that inviting butterflies into your garden is like welcoming tiny pieces of living art. These delicate pollinators do so much more than
The Night Blooming Cereus holds a quiet, moonlit charm that feels almost like a secret. I have spent many evenings waiting for that rare, singular
Eggshells have become a garden staple, tossed into compost bins and crushed around tomato plants with almost ritualistic faith. You’ve probably heard the claims: they’re
I never planned on starting a veggie garden. It began with one wilted basil plant on a windowsill. Then I got curious: could I grow
I’m standing in my cozy kitchen on a gray January morning, and there they are: glossy red tomatoes ripening on my windowsill, filling the room
