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 March 15, 2022 2

Gardening Book of the Month

The Vegetable Gardener’s Guide to Permaculture – Creating an edible ecosystem by Christopher Shein In this book, the author, aContinue Reading

by Larry Hodgson March 14, 2022 10

New plants Vegetables

6 Curious Vegetables You Might Want to Try This Spring!

Cauliflower ‘Cheddar.’ Photo: Cynoclub, depositphotos Surprise your family by growing something a bit unusual to put on their plate. ByContinue Reading

Water color of lilac flowers, written over top is 2022, year of the lilac.

by Larry Hodgson March 13, 2022 11

Gardening Shrubs Year of

2022: Year of the Lilac

Lilacs are among the most carefree spring-flowering, multi-stemmed, deciduous shrubs (or small trees), well loved for their toughness, reliability, andContinue Reading

by Larry Hodgson March 12, 2022 4

Houseplants Vegetables

How to Become an Urban Farmer by Regrowing Your Kitchen Scraps

Photo: chiarazeni, depositphotos By Ryan Pell You might know city people who grow fruits and vegetables (primarily vegetables) at home.Continue Reading

by Larry Hodgson March 11, 2022 7

Harmful insects Houseplants

When Aphids Attack Houseplants

Hibiscus flowers infested with aphids. Photo: Shnurochek13, depositphotos By Larry Hodgson Question: My hibiscus and my flowering maple spend theContinue Reading