Articles by Kathy Keeler, A Wandering Botanist

A former Professor of Biological Sciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Kathy’ specialties range from studies of prairie plants to grass genetics to ant-plant interactions. After retirement, Kathy traveled extensively. Wherever her travels have taken her, she sees the plants first and then notices the monuments.

More quietly retired now, Kathy gardens. A hobby she has enjoyed since childhood, in states across North America. She loves the differences between plants and recognizing the factors and growing conditions each requires.

Writing for Park Seed, Jackson & Perkins, and Wayside Gardens lets Kathy describe her deep enjoyment of the natural world and share information about plants that will assist and enchant you. Since February 2017 Kathy’s blog, A Wandering Botanist, has been listed as one of 50 Best Blogs for Botanists and Plant Scientists by feedspot.com.
Edible Plants You Can Grow Indoors

Edible Plants You Can Grow Indoors

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Grow a year-round edible garden! Grow as house plants during winter and move them outdoors in the summer.

Flowering Vines that Climb

Flowering Vines that Climb

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Add vertical interest and soaring waves of flowers to your garden with these 4 vines. Plus tips to help you choose the one that is best for your garden.

Low Maintenance Plants for an Easy Outdoor Garden

Low Maintenance Plants for an Easy Outdoor Garden

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Do you appreciate the beauty of a garden but lack the time and patience to create it? Try these low maintenance garden and landscape plants.

Ajuga Bugleweed: Perennial Ground Cover

Ajuga Bugleweed: Perennial Ground Cover

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Ajuga is a lovely, colorful evergreen ground cover that needs little care and thrives in tough-to-grow garden spaces.

Why Monarch Butterflies Need Milkweed

Why Monarch Butterflies Need Milkweed

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In 2022, Monarch butterflies were added to the endangered species list. How you can help.

All About Speedwell Veronica

All About Speedwell Veronica

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Speedwell, Veronica, Bird’s Eye, or Gypsyweed: No matter what you call it, it’s a versatile flower garden beauty.

American Native: Gaillardia Blanket Flower

American Native: Gaillardia Blanket Flower

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Daisy like blooms of blanket flower are ideal for pollinators and this nicely mounded plant delights with cheerful, bright blooms over a long season.

Reasons You should Grow Lilacs

Reasons You should Grow Lilacs

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New lilacs can rebloom and have longer bloom times than ever before. Easy to grow with minimal care, lilacs are not just for spring any more.

Perennials that Make Great Houseplants, Too

Perennials that Make Great Houseplants, Too

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These perennials have dual function as potted plants on the patio and can also be brought indoors during winter and grown as houseplants.

Planting, Growing, and Caring for Poppies

Planting, Growing, and Caring for Poppies

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Poppies are a favorite of perennial gardeners. The flowers are attractive to pollinators like honey bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. 

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