Amy Jeanroy - House Digest

Location

Maine

Expertise

Greenhouse growing, Pantry gardening, herb gardens

Amy is the author of multiple books on food preservation, including "Canning & Preserving for Dummies" and "Modern Pressure Canning."
She once managed the Herb Gardens site for About.com.
She has published hundreds of practical gardening and homesteading articles.

Experience

Amy Jeanroy has been a food and lifestyle writer for over two decades. She began her career as the Herb Gardens editor at About.com, publishing hundreds of articles on growing, preserving, and using herbs at home. Since then, she has authored multiple books on food preservation, been interviewed for Martha Stewart Radio and NPR as a gardening expert, and worked as a content writer and editor for a range of national lifestyle brands. Amy has developed and edited recipes, DIY guides, and how-to content across topics from greenhouse growing to cast iron care. Her writing blends hands-on experience with clear, approachable instruction, making her a trusted voice in the homesteading, gardening, and kitchen communities.

Education

Amy holds a Bachelor of Science in small business management from the University of Maine at Machias, where she focused on marketing, entrepreneurship, and sustainable practices that continue to inform her work as a lifestyle writer.

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Stories By Amy Jeanroy

Gardening Hacks

Gardening Hacks By Amy Jeanroy

Your Tomato Plants Will Thrive With The Help Of One Common Bathroom Essential

Tomato plants need healthy soil in order to produce delicious, juicy fruit. In some cases, the solution is as simple as a sprinkle of a common product.
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Edible Gardening

Edible Gardening By Amy Jeanroy

How To Create A Garden Full Of Essential Kitchen Herbs In One Basket

Growing fresh herbs offers a way to both liven up your cooking and spruce up your space. Keep them in one convenient container with this adorable basket idea.
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Gardening Hacks

Gardening Hacks By Amy Jeanroy

The Popular Vegetable You Should Add To Your Garden For Healthier Soil

Improving soil quality can be a difficult process with a ton of amendments, but planting a common vegetable can do a significant amount of the work for you.
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Gardening Hacks

Gardening Hacks By Amy Jeanroy

The No-Cost Solution You Need For Making Potted Plants Look Fuller

Even if your plant is healthy, it can take some time for it to completely fill out. Create a more lush, show-stopping look with this simple planting hack.
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Landscaping

Landscaping By Amy Jeanroy

The Easiest Way To Stop Weeds From Growing In Gravel Before They Start

Fighting off weeds can feel impossible, but this simple switch will help prevent their growth and make maintenance much easier down the line.
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Flowers

Flowers By Amy Jeanroy

The Lavender Variety That Thrives In Conditions That Kill Lawns

Maintaining a lush, green lawn can be difficult, especially if you live in an area that's hot and dry. This lavender variety, however, might provide a solution.
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Flowers

Flowers By Amy Jeanroy

Don't Make The Mistake Of Pruning Lavender At The Wrong Time-Here's When To Do It

Pruning lavender can help encourage bushy growth, more blooms, and a contained shape, but doing it incorrectly could cause damage to the plant.
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Garden

Garden By Amy Jeanroy

What Is The Green Drenching Garden Trend & Is It Right For You?

The green drenching garden trend is growing in popularity. Here's everything you need to know about what it is and how to incorporate it in your yard.
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Garden

Garden By Amy Jeanroy

The Valuable Bird Feeder Tip You Shouldn't Overlook To Attract More Visitors

If your goal is to see more birds in your yard, this bird feeder tip is one you shouldn't overlook. Here's how to attract more birds and a larger variety.
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