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Gemma Johnstone

Contributor at The Spruce

Tries to write, hike (with my dog), worry less, do more. Regular contributor for the AKC, Reader's Digest, and more. Based in Courmayeur, VDA, Italy. She/her

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Articles

  • We Asked Horticulturists When and How to Prune Strawberries, and They All Said the Same Thing

    3 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Gemma Johnstone

    Ben Lowry: The wonderful annual carnival that is the Balmoral ShowThat was the first year they returned to Northern Ireland from abroad with us kids, and we went to Balmoral every year in the 70s. My grandfather, …

  • We Asked Horticulturists When and How to Prune Strawberries, and They All Said the Same Thing

    3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Gemma Johnstone

    Remove runners to direct energy to the mother (main) plant and produce large, tasty, abundant fruit. Thin plants to promote good air circulation. Remove lower leaves and keep plants 6 to 8 inches apart. Mow leaves at the end of the fruiting season of June-bearing strawberries to promote a better yield the following season. Learning how to prune strawberries will help you get the best fruit harvest.

  • Are Doggy Doors Safe?

    3 weeks ago | familyhandyman.com | Gemma Johnstone

    If you don't want to interrupt your conference call to let your pleading pooch into the yard for a potty or play break, a dog door could be a welcome addition to your home. But are doggy doors safe, or are they a home security risk not worth taking? We spoke to security experts to find out how real the risks are and what you can do to help keep your home and its inhabitants safe if you plan to install a dog door. Are Doggy Doors a Security Risk?

  • 8 Fruit Trees That You Can Grow in Any Climate, Even If You Don't Live in Florida

    3 weeks ago | thespruce.com | Gemma Johnstone

    Nothing beats baking fresh fruit tarts from a tree you cultivated in your backyard orchard. But what if you live in a chilly location? Will the harsh weather mean poor growth and pitiful harvests? Fortunately, there are a fair few cold-hardy species to choose from. These expert-recommended fruit trees that grow in cold climates are a good place to start. Want more gardening tips?

  • 8 Fruit Trees That You Can Grow in Any Climate, Even If You Don't Live in Florida

    3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Gemma Johnstone

    Nothing beats baking fresh fruit tarts from a tree you cultivated in your backyard orchard. But what if you live in a chilly location? Will the harsh weather mean poor growth and pitiful harvests? Fortunately, there are a fair few cold-hardy species to choose from. These expert-recommended fruit trees that grow in cold climates are a good place to start. Want more gardening tips?

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