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Melissa Strauss

Melissa is a writer, hobby gardener, beekeeper and homemaker. She can be found working in her extensive pollinator garden, trolling the local nurseries for unique plant specimens, and tending to the many fruit-bearing plants on her property. Melissa hopes to inspire other gardeners to delve into the rich and fulfilling world of pollinator gardening.

A close-up shot of a group of livestock with a person in the background collecting their eggs, showcasing fall chicken care

Gardening Tips

Fall Chicken Care: What to Do Before First Frost

Fall is a transitional time for chickens and their owners. As egg laying and the weather cools off, there are many tasks you can carry out to protect your girls over the winter. Join chicken mom Melissa Strauss for some tips on caring for your chicks in the fall.

Perennial bulbs planted in October produce dense clusters of fragrant, tubular pink flowers with tightly packed petals atop thick, strap-shaped green leaves.

Bulbs

13 Perennial Bulbs to Plant in October

October is the perfect month for planting perennial spring bulbs. There are so many beautiful ones out there, it can be difficult to choose! Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to discuss some options.