Posts By

Rachel Garcia

I grew up helping my dad with his backyard garden, but it wasn’t until I took college horticulture classes that I realized how much I love plants. I began to grow Nasturtium, strawberries, succulents, and anything green. My roommates joked that my plants would take over my bed from their spot on the windowsill!

I’m still restricted to indoor gardening, but I can’t wait to start growing outside. In the meantime, I’m learning and sharing everything I can about the Plantae world.

Growing Cilantro in a sunny area in the garden, appearing to have lush and feathery leaves with a vibrant green hue

Herbs

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Cilantro

Growing cilantro and coriander is incredibly simple. Whether you're interested in the tasty leaves or the flavorful seeds, this in-depth growing guide by gardening expert Rachel Garcia covers everything from planting seeds to harvesting!

A close-up shot of a composition of large developing green leaves, on top of slender stems of the taro plant

Vegetables

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Taro

The taro plant is not only a lush and vibrant green tropical, but a food-producer. It's a great addition to lush, leafy gardens in warm climates. Learn all about taro in our in-depth grower's guide by gardening expert Rachel Garcia.

Vegetables

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Eggplant

Growing eggplant is a way to increase your garden's beauty while producing a healthy vegetable. They are used in hot dishes, dips, and salads, making them very versatile in the kitchen. Rachel Garcia's growing guide can help you grow them at home in the garden or in pots.

A field with growing corn having bright yellow crops that appear vivid under the sunlight, with other stalks with bright yellow crops in the background

Vegetables

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Corn

Growing corn doesn't necessarily require huge spaces, just the right conditions. Our growing guide shares how to grow corn. Rachel Garcia will go through all the steps to get your own tasty homegrown corn.