Author: Larry Hodgson

Garden writer and blogger, author of 65 gardening books, lecturer and communicator, the Laidback Gardener, Larry Hodgson, passed away in October 2022. Known for his great generosity, his thoroughness and his sense of humor, he reached several generations of amateur and professional gardeners over his 40-year career. Thanks to his son, Mathieu Hodgson, and a team of contributors, laidbackgardener.blog will continue its mission of demystifying gardening and making it more accessible to all.

by Larry Hodgson November 6, 2023 8

Pesticides

Pesticides: The Reward of Fear

I am, and always have been, an environmental gardener. I’d like to pretend it’s because, in the wisdom of myContinue Reading

by Larry Hodgson November 3, 2023 2

Winter Protection

Winter Protection That Makes Sense

There’s no denying that autumn has arrived. Falling leaves, freezing plants, cold nights: it’s not July anymore! So it’s timeContinue Reading

by Larry Hodgson October 31, 2023 1

Vegetables

How Humans Saved the Pumpkin From Extinction

On this day of Halloween, when ghoulish jack-o’-lanterns decorate our homes and public spaces, it may be interesting to reflect onContinue Reading

by Larry Hodgson October 27, 2023 1

Laidback Gardener Tip of the Day

An Ornamental Grass You Won’t Want to Grow

You can’t drive along a highway in many parts of North America without seeing mile after mile of a veryContinue Reading

by Larry Hodgson October 23, 2023 0

Fall Clean-Up

A Rolling Leaf Gathers No Moss

It’s that time of year again! Frost hits, the colorful leaves on the trees start to fall, the grass stopsContinue Reading

by Larry Hodgson October 20, 2023 0

Flowering Shrubs

The Last Shrub to Bloom

If you live in a temperate climate, the last shrub that you’re likely to see flower each year is theContinue Reading

by Larry Hodgson October 16, 2023 0

Greenhouse

A Cold Frame to Keep Your Plants Warm

Unfortunately, a personal greenhouse remains an unattainable dream for most people, as they are expensive to build and maintain, andContinue Reading

by Larry Hodgson October 13, 2023 0

Beneficial insects Harmful insects

When Ladybugs Invade

Asian ladybugs (Harmonia axyridis), native to China, and also called Asian lady beetles or Asian ladybirds, have been imported into many countries as beneficialContinue Reading

by Larry Hodgson October 9, 2023 2

Trees

The Secret of Changing Tree Colors

In late September and early October, the trees in our yards, parks and forests begin to herald the arrival ofContinue Reading

by Larry Hodgson October 6, 2023 6

Native plants

A Native Perennial with Beautiful Berries

A perennial grown mainly for its decorative berries? That’s very unusual. Most perennials are ground for their flowers or theirContinue Reading

Author: Larry Hodgson

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