Lisa Cericola
Freelance Writer
Lisa Cericola (she/her) is a writer and editor who specializes in travel, food, and culture. A South Florida native, Lisa lived in New York City for 15 years and now resides in beautiful Birmingham, Alabama. She has been an editor at Southern Living and Food Network Magazine and writes for numerous publications including Garden & Gun and Late Checkout. When she’s not working on a story, or planning her next trip, Lisa is likely making and selling small-batch olive oil granola at her local farmers market.
The Pruning Trick That Makes Shrubs Look Fuller and Healthier
Give your shrubs a little T.L.C. with these expert tips.
10 Colorful Hanging Basket Flowers That Instantly Brighten Any Porch
These easy-to-grow plants spill beautifully from containers and come in a wide range of colors for both sunny and shady porches.
The 10 Best Flowers to Plant in June for Late-Summer Blooms
These warm-weather favorites will brighten up your garden.
5 Forgotten Flowers That Add Instant Cottage-Garden Charm
These plants are oldies but goodies.
The 2 Things Expert Gardeners Always Do Before Summer Hits
How to prep your plants for warm weather.
3 Common Weeds That Might Actually Be Helping Your Lawn
Consider this permission to relax your lawn care game a bit—some common weeds may actually help your yard.
7 Showstopping Plants That Are Secretly Low-Maintenance
Fancy and foolproof flowers for your most stunning garden yet.
8 Hardy Perennials That Will Come Back Stronger Every Year
Plant these hardy perennials once and they’ll come back bigger and better every year.
7 Hard-to-Kill Plants That Thrive in Heat, Drought, and Poor Soil
These lovely, low-maintenance varieties are proven winners.
6 Plants to Fertilize Now for Bigger Blooms and Lush Growth
A Master Gardener shares which plants to fertilize now—and what to use for bigger blooms and lush, healthy growth.
6 Flowers to Plant Right Now for a Garden That Blooms All Summer
A Master Gardener shares her top flowers to plant now for months of summer blooms.
6 Easy Ways to Attract Hummingbirds to Your Yard—and Keep Them Coming Back
Turn your yard into a hummingbird hotspot with these simple, proven tips.
5 Long-Blooming Perennials That Keep Your Garden Colorful for Months
These easy-care plants bloom for months, giving you nonstop color with minimal effort.
4 Pollinator-Friendly Flowers That Also Smell Incredible
These fragrant flowers smell incredible—and attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators to your garden.
6 Dreamy Cottage Garden Flowers That Come Back Year After Year
Plant a charming garden with these fragrant, colorful, easy-to-grow flowers that come back year after year.
8 Tough-as-Nails Perennials for Your Most Low-Maintenance Garden Ever
Less work, more flowers.
3 Things to Do in Your Garden Right Now Before Spring
Now’s the best time to start cleaning up your garden for spring. An expert shares tips on pruning, clearing debris, and preparing the soil.
How to Get Rid of Spring Weeds Without Chemicals, According to Lawn Experts
How to keep your grass lush, green, and free of weeds.
How to Start a Compost Pile for Your Garden in 3 Easy Steps
Turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into nutrient-rich compost that transforms your garden soil.
5 Easy Ways to Support Pollinators Before Your Spring Flowers Bloom
Create a healthy habitat for butterflies, bees, and other winged visitors even if it’s still cold outside.
