Other Writing

Here are some of my other writings on gardening and other topics. Online writing is listed first, followed by print articles and creative nonfiction. A vita is available on request.

On The Web

Smith, S.S. (May 6, 2024). Time For Seasonal Color. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (April 29, 2024). Increasing Your Home’s Curb Appeal. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (April 22, 2024). Grading and Drainage Issues. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (April 8, 2024). Creating A Beautiful Spring Outdoor Living Space. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (April 1, 2024). Reviews Help Us Grow. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (March 25, 2024). How to Prep Your Vegetable Garden for Spring Planting. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (March 18, 2024). Time To Wake Up Your Irrigation System. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (March 11, 2024). Introducing Raymond Towner . Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (March 4, 2024). Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Outdoor Spaces. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (February 19, 2024). Common Spring Garden Problems and How to Solve Them. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (February 12, 2024). Winter Bird Feeding Tips for a Vibrant Yard. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (February 5, 2024). Winter Lawn and Garden Myths Debunked. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (January 29, 2024). Protecting Your Trees and Shrubs from Winter Damage. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (January 22, 2024). Indoor Gardening Projects for the Winter Months. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (January 15, 2024). Winter Landscape Design: Adding Interest to a Dormant Garden. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (December 31, 2023). Thanks For A Great Decade. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (December 15, 2023). Winter Hardscapes. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (November 30, 2023). Plan For Snow. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S. S. (November 8, 2023). Edible Gardening For All Program. Dallas County Master Gardener website.

Smith, S.S. (November 15, 2023). Time To Prepare Your Plants for Winter. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (October 31, 2023). Fall Holiday Preparation. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (October 15, 2023). Pet-Friendly Landscapes. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S. S. (November 7, 2023). Hardwood Mulch – What Is It And How Do I Use It? Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (November 2, 2023). Thyme Companion Plants – The 15 Best and 5 Worst Plants Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (October 29, 2023). Companion Plants For Cantaloupe – The 15 Best and 5 Worst Plants Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (November 7, 2023). The 3 Best Grow Lights for Tomatoes Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (November 8, 2023). The 5 Best Potting Soils For Tomatoes Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (November 8, 2023). The 5 Best Grow Bags for Tomatoes Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (October 29, 2023). Lemongrass Companion Plants – The 15 Best and 5 Worst Plants Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (October 29, 2023). 15 Companion Plants For Bok Choy – And 5 To Keep Separate  Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S.S. (September 30, 2023). Getting Your Outdoor Living Area Ready For Football Watching Parties  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (September 15, 2023). Fall Flower Swap Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (August 31, 2023). It is our 10 Year Anniversary of being in business. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (August 15, 2023). Our 7 Favorite Shrubs To Plant This Fall  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (July 31, 2023). Watering for Summer Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (July 15, 2023). Hardscape Maintenance  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (June 30, 2023). Introducing Ian Templeton  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (June 15, 2023). Weed Control in Your Landscape Beds Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (May 31, 2023). Our Favorite Perennials Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (May 15, 2023). Time For A Landscape Audit  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (April 31, 2023). Give A Year Of Flowers For Mother’s Day. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (April 15, 2023). Stormwater Management and Drainage Solutions  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (March 31, 2023). How To Maintain Your Light Fixtures  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (March 15, 2023). Spring Landscape Maintenance Starts Now   Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S. S. (July 1, 2023). Tomato Grafting Dallas County Master Gardener website.

Smith, S. S. (June 1, 2023). Fall Planting Starts in June Dallas County Master Gardener website.

Smith, S. S. (February 14, 2023). Compost – A Valentine to Your Garden Dallas County Master Gardener website.

Smith, S. S. (September 28, 2023). Pine Straw Mulch – What Is It And How Do I Use It? Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (September 21, 2023). Pine Bark Mulch – What Is It And How Do I Use It? Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (September 17, 2023). Cypress Mulch –What Is It And How Do I Use It? Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (September 14, 2023). The 23 Best Types of Mulch in 2023 Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (September 13, 2023). The 9 Best Pickling Cucumber Varieties in 2023 Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (September 11, 2023). The 9 Best Climbing (Vine) Cucumber Varieties in 2023 Backyard Gardeners Network

Smith, S. S. (September 11, 2023). The 9 Best Bush Cucumber Varieties in 2023 Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (September 8, 2023). Why Are My Cucumber Plants Wilting And Dying? Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (September 5, 2023). What Are Burpless Cucumbers – How Can You Grow and Harvest Them?  Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (September 4, 2023). What Are Kirby Cucumbers – How Can You Grow and Harvest Them? Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (September 1, 2023). How and When to Harvest Cucumbers? Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (August 28, 2023). The 5 Best Fertilizers for Zoysia Grass in 2023 Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (August 21, 2023). The 5 Best Fertilizers for Centipede Grass in 2023 Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (August 15, 2023). The 5 Best Fall Lawn Fertilizers in 2023 Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (August 5, 2023). The 5 Best Lemon Tree Fertilizers in 2023 Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (July 30, 2023). The 5 Best High Nitrogen Fertilizers in 2023 Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (July 19, 2023). What is 3-1-2 Fertilizer Good For? – When and How to Use It? Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (July 12, 2023). The 10 Best Lawn Fertilizers of 2023 Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (July 6, 2023). How Do I Keep Ants Off Pumpkin Plants? ( 8 Solutions) Backyard Gardeners Network

Smith, S. S. (July 6, 2023). How and When to Harvest Elephant Garlic? Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (June 24, 2023). The 10 Best Fertilizers for Indoor Plants in 2023 Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (June 8, 2023). Companion Planting – Everything You Need to Know  Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (June 7, 2023).The Best Fertilizer for Roses in 2023 Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (May 25, 2023). The Best Fertilizer for Vegetable Garden in 2023 Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (May 21, 2023). Growing Cucumbers in a Pot – How Do I Grow Cucumbers in a Pot? Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (May 12, 2023). The Best Fertilizer For Strawberries in 2023 Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (May 5, 2023). The Best Fertilizer for Blueberries in 2023 Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (April 30, 2023). The Best Fertilizer for St. Augustine Grass in 2023 Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (April 27, 2023). What is 16-16-16 Fertilizer Good For? – When and How to Use It? Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (April 21, 2023). What is 10-10-10 Fertilizer Good For? – When and How to Use It? Backyard Gardeners Network

Smith, S. S. (April 12, 2023).Corn Companion Plants – The 15 Best and 5 Worst Plants Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (April 7, 2023). Turnip Companion Plants – The 15 Best and 7 Worst Plants Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (April 4, 2023). Leek Companion Plants – 15 Companion Plants for Leeks and 4 to Avoid Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (March 29, 2023). Borage Companion Plants – The 15 Best and 3 Worst Plants Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (March 25, 2023). Lemon Balm Companion Plants – The 15 Best and 4 Worst Plants Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (March 23, 2023). Artichoke Companion Plants – The 15 Best and 3 Worst Plants Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (March 20, 2023). Rhubarb Companion Plants – The 10 Best and 5 Worst Plants Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (March 17, 2023). Brussel Sprouts Companion Plants – The 10 Best and 4 Worst Plants Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (March 13, 2023). How to Grow Beefsteak Tomatoes Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (March 13, 2023). How to Grow Roma Tomatoes Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (March 13, 2023). How to Grow San Marzano Tomatoes Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (February 28, 2023). How to Grow Celebrity Tomatoes Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (February 26, 2023). How to Grow Tomatoes – The Ultimate Guide Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S.S. (February 28, 2022). Preparing Your Equipment for Spring Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (February 15, 2022). Late Winter Plant Maintenance  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (January 31, 2022). Paver Joints — Techniques and Expectations. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (January 15, 2022). Benefits of 3D Design Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (December 31, 2022). Benefits of Using Compost  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (December 15, 2022). Decorating Outside Your House for the Holidays  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S. S. (January 14, 2023). How to Identify, Treat, and Prevent Common Tomato Diseases – The Ultimate Guide Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (January 20, 2023). Growing Tomatoes in Pots – How to Grow Tomatoes in Pots?  Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (December 22, 2022). Cucumber Plant Light Requirements – Sunlight and Artificial Lights Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (December 22, 2022). How Many Cucumbers Per Plant? – Depending on the Varieties Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (December 21, 2022). Watering Cucumber Plants – How to Water a Cucumber Plant? Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (December 7, 2022). Caring for A Christmas Cactus After The Holidays Dallas County Master Gardener Association website.

Smith, S. S. (December 20, 2022). Cucumber Plant Spacing – How Far Apart to Plant Cucumbers? Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (December 20, 2022). Growing Cucumbers in a Pot – How Do I Grow Cucumbers in a Pot? Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (December 16, 2022). Overwatered Tomato Plant – What Happens and How to Fix It? Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (December 20, 2022). Blossom End Rot In Tomatoes ( Causes, Treatment, and Prevention) Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (December 16, 2022). Cucumber Plant Stages – The Growing Stages of a Cucumber Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (December 19, 2022). Overwatered Cucumber Plant – What Happens and How to Fix It?  Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (December 16, 2022). Why Do My Tomato Leaves Have White Spots? Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (December 16, 2022). Why Are My Tomato Seedlings Leggy? Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (December 16, 2022). Why Are My Tomato Leaves Turning Brown? Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (December 20, 2022). Why Are My Cucumbers Yellow? (Causes and Prevention) Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (December 16, 2022). How Do I Get Rid Of Aphids On My Tomato Plants? Backyard Gardeners Network.

Smith, S. S. (November 21, 2022). How Much Sun Do Tomatoes Need? Backyard Gardeners.

Smith, S. S. (November 20, 2022). When and How to Harvest Turnips? Backyard Gardeners.

Smith, S. S. (November 14, 2022). When And How To Harvest Beets? ( With My Video) Backyard Gardeners.

Smith, S. S. (November 9, 2022). Tomato Plant Spacing – How Far Apart to Plant Tomatoes? Backyard Gardners.

Smith, S. S. (October 26, 2022). Best Cucumber Fertilizer – The 5 Best Fertilizers for Cucumbers Backyard Gardeners.

Smith, S. S. (October 11, 2022). Why is My Mandevilla Not Climbing? ( + Solutions) Living Boosts.

Smith, S. S. (October 1, 2022). Best Tomato Fertilizer – The 7 Best Fertilizers for Tomatoes Backyard Gardeners.

Smith, S.S. (November 30, 2022). What Does Royal Creations Do in the Winter?  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website

Smith, S.S. (November 15, 2022). Reasons Our Services are a Greater Value  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website

Smith, S.S. (October 31, 2022). Using Automated Low Voltage LED Lighting Systems for Light  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website

Smith, S.S. (October 15th, 2022). Outdoor Fire Features:  Wood or Natural Gas  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website

Smith, S. S. (September 24, 2022). Can Mandevilla Grow In Pots? Living Boosts.

Smith, S. S. (September 20, 2022). Homemade Tomato Fertilizer – My Ingredients and Recipes for Every Growth Stage Backyard Gardeners.

Smith, S. S. (September 17, 2022). Japanese Iris vs. Siberian Iris – What is The Difference? Living Boosts.

Smith, S. S. (September 17, 2022). Can Pink Muhly Grass Grow in Containers? Living Boosts.

Smith, S. S. (August 31, 2022). How Do I Propagate Mandevilla? ( 2 Ways + Take Care Tips) Living Boosts.

Smith, S. S. (August 31, 2022). What Kind of Soil Does String of Hearts Need? Living Boosts.

Smith, S. S. (August 31, 2022). How Do You Prune Indoor Avocado Trees? (+ Take Care Tips)  Living Boosts.

Smith, S. S. (August 31, 2022). Does Mandevilla Need Full Sun? ( Full Answer) Living Boosts.

Smith, S. S. (August 31, 2022). Mandevilla Blooming: Everything You Need to Know  Living Boosts.

Smith, S. S. (August 31, 2022). Can You Plant Mandevilla in the Ground? (Everything You Need to Know) Living Boosts.

Smith, S. S. (August 30, 2022). 11 Reasons Why Your Olive Tree Leaves Are Curling (And Solutions) Living Boosts.

Smith, S. S. (August 20, 2022). Why Does My Philodendron Have Brown, Yellow, Black, White… Spots? (Causes, Prevention, & Treatment)  Living Boosts.

Smith, S. S. (August 20, 2022). Why Is My Basil Root Rotting? (+ Solutions) Living Boosts.

Smith, S. S. (August 20, 2022). Does Basil Need Fertilizer? (Everything You Need To Know) Living Boosts.

Smith, S.S. (September 30, 2022). Why Fall Is the Best Time to Plant Perennials, Shrubs, Trees, and Lawns  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (September 15, 2022). Introducing Henry Thompson  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (September 4, 2022). What Makes a Great Tailgate/Watch Party at Home?  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (August 15, 2022). How to Get Into Different Horticulture Fields  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (August 1, 2022). Benefits of Watering with Drip Irrigation.  Dallas County Master Gardener website.

Smith, S. S. (July 15, 2022). Does Basil Attract Bugs? (Complete Guide) Living Boosts.

Smith, S. S. (July 27, 2022). Does Basil Repel Bugs? (Everything You Need To Know) Living Boosts.

Smith, S. S. (July 15, 2022). Can You Plant Broccoli in a Square Foot Garden? (Everything You Need To Know) Backyard Gardeners.

Smith, S. S. (July 15, 2022).  Can Cauliflower Grow in Summer? (Everything You Need to Know) Living Boosts.

Smith, S.S. (July 31, 2022). Our Favorite Hardy Shrubs for Your Landscape  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (July 15, 2022). Watering to Keep Your Plants Alive During the Summer Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (August 5, 2022).  7 Herbs to Grow Inside.  Local Profile:  connecting Collin County.

Smith, S.S. (June 20, 2022). Planning Your Swimming Pool Project  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (June 15, 2022). Outdoor Lighting Innovations For 2022  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (May 31, 2022). Outdoor Furnishings and Staging  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S. S. (July 5, 2022).  How to Get Rid of Worms on Cauliflower Plants? (Causes, Solutions & How To Prevent Living Boosts.

Smith, S. S. (July 1, 2022).  Why Are My Cauliflowers Bolting? (Causes, Solution, & How to Prevent!)  Backyard Gardeners.

Smith, S. S. (June 16, 2022).  Why is My Broccoli Plant Wilting and Falling Over? (Causes, Solution, & How to Prevent!)  Backyard Gardeners.

Smith, S. S. (June 11, 2022).  Why Does My Broccoli Have White Spots? (Causes, Solution, & How to Prevent!) Backyard Gardeners.

Smith, S. S. (June 9, 2022).  Can You Plant Broccoli Seeds Directly In The Ground? (Everything You Need To Know) Living Boosts.

Smith, S. S. (May 30, 2022).  Is Growing Broccoli Worth It? (Everything You Need To Know) Living Boosts.

Smith, S. S. (May 20, 2022).  Is Broccoli Frost Tolerant? Backyard Gardeners.

Smith, S.S. (May 25, 2022).  Native Wildflowers Make Texas Summers Beautiful.  Local Profile:  connecting Collin County.

Smith, S. S. (May 19, 2022).  Does Broccoli Die After Harvest? Backyard Gardeners.

Smith, S.S. (May 16, 2022).  How To Care For Your Plants In The Summer Heat.  Local Profile:  connecting Collin County.

Smith, S.S. (May 15, 2022). Improving Your View Outside  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (April 30, 2022). Garden Gifts For Mother’s Day.  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (April 15, 2022). How We Ensure Your Customer Experience Is Great.   Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (March 31, 2022). Welcome Lauryn To The Blue Crew.  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (March 15, 2022). Careers in the Green Industry  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (March 4, 2022). We Are A Small Business Superstar for 2022  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (February 28, 2022). Planning and Starting your Spring Vegetable Garden Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (February 15, 2022). Outdoor Activities in Kansas City for Winter. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (January 31, 2022). Our top 5 Trees for Residential Landscapes. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (January 15, 2022). Why We Excel  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (December 31, 2021). Patio Pavers. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (December 15, 2021). Outdoor Kitchens  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (November 30, 2021). You Mean I Have To Water In The Winter, Too?  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website. 

Smith, S.S. (November 15, 2021).  Everyone Wants a Low Maintenance Landscape  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website. 

Smith, S.S. (October 31, 2021). Fire Features  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website. 

Smith, S.S. (October 15, 2021).  Practical Pathways Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website. 

Smith, S.S. (October 25, 2021). The Best Times to Seed Your Lawn  Article on All Metro Service Companies, LLC website

Smith, S.S. (October 25, 2021).  How to Plant Bulbs in the Fall  Article on All Metro Service Companies, LLC website

Smith, S.S. (September 27, 2021).  10 Steps to Preparing Your Minnesota Lawn for the Winter  Article on All Metro Service Companies, LLC website

Smith, S.S. (n.d., updated April 18, 2021). The Beginner’s Guide To Planting And Growing Broccoli In Containers Article on Gardening Chores website.

Smith, S.S. (August 15, 2021). How To Grow And Care For Persian Shield. Article on The Green Thumbler. 

Smith, S.S. (September, 2021).  Can You Use Synthetic Oil In A Lawnmower?  Article on The Lawn Guru website.  

Smith, S.S. (September, 2021).  How Loud Is A Lawn Mower?  Article on The Lawn Guru website.  

Smith, S.S. (September, 2021).  Lawn Mower Accident Statistics  Article on The Lawn Guru website.  

Smith, S.S. (September, 2021).  Will Boiling Oil Kill Your Grass?  Article on The Lawn Guru website.  

Smith, S.S. (September, 2021).  Can You Use Old Motor Oil To Fertilize Your Lawn?  Article on The Lawn Guru website.  

Smith, S.S. (September, 2021).  Can You Use Car Oil In A Lawnmower?  Article on The Lawn Guru website.  

Smith, S.S. (September, 2021).  Will Gasoline Kill Grass?  Article on The Lawn Guru website.  

Smith, S.S. (August, 2021).  How Long Does Grass Live?  Article on The Lawn Guru website.  

Smith, S.S. (August, 2021).  Scientific Names For Different Lawn Grasses Article on The Lawn Guru website.  

Smith, S.S. (August, 2021).  Does Vinegar Kill Grass? Article on The Lawn Guru website.  

Smith, S.S. (August, 2021).  Does Salt Water Kill Grass? Article on The Lawn Guru website.  

Smith, S.S. (August, 2021).  Does Grass Spread?  Article on The Lawn Guru website.  

Smith, S.S. (August, 2021).  Does Bleach Kill Grass?  Article on The Lawn Guru website.  

Smith, S.S. (September 15, 2021). Do You Have a Snow and Ice Management Plan?  Article on All Metro Service Companies, LLC website  

Smith, S.S. (August 26, 2021). Why Irrigation Blowouts are Important in the Twin Cities. Article on All Metro Service Companies, LLC website.  

Smith, S.S. (August 26, 2021). How to Aerate Your Lawn.  Article on All Metro Service Companies, LLC website. 

Smith, S.S. (October 1, 2021). Landscape Lighting. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.  

Smith, S.S. (September 15, 2021). Storm Water Management. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.  

Smith, S.S. (August 31, 2021). Preparing for Fall. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website. 

Smith, S.S. (August 18, 2021). How to design and build the ultimate deck project. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website. 

Smith, S.S. (August, 2021).  What Is The Softest Grass.  Article on The Lawn Guru website. 

Smith, S.S. (August 7, 2021). Miniature Hostas: What They Are and How to Care for Them.  Article on Rain Tree Gardens website. 

Smith, S.S. (August 7, 2021). Dream Queen Hostas.  Article on Rain Tree Gardens website.  

Smith, S.S. (July 31, 2021).  How To Tell A Landscape Professional From An Amateur.  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website. 

Smith, S.S. (July 31, 2021). Lawn Sprinkler Systems 101.  Article on All Metro Service Companies, LLC website.

Smith, S.S. (July 24, 2021).  How To Hire The Best Landscaping Vendor For Your HOA.  Article on All Metro Service Companies, LLC website.

Smith, S.S. (July 16, 2021).  Weed Control In Landscape Beds.  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website. 

Smith, S.S.  (July 11, 2021)  Miniature Hostas: What They Are and How to Care for Them.  Article on Rain Tree Gardens website.

Smith, S.S. (June 30, 2021). What Is A Hardscape?  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website. 

Smith, S.S. (June 15, 2021). Watering Your Landscape. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website. 

Smith, S.S. (June 9, 2021). How to Repair A Pet Damaged Lawn. Article on All Metro Service Companies, LLC website.

Smith, S.S. (June 1, 2021). Selecting Plants For Your Landscape.  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website. 

Smith, S.S. (May 30, 2021). Choosing the Best Lawn Fertilizer for Your Yard.  Article on All Metro Service Companies, LLC website.

Smith, S.S. (May 15, 2021). Water Features In An Outdoor Living Space.  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website. 

Smith, S.S. (May 15, 2021). How to Identify Common Lawn Pests.  Article on All Metro Service Companies, LLC website.

Smith, S.S. (April 30, 2021). Hardy Annual Color for Mother’s Day.  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (April 28, 2021). What to Ask When Hiring a Provider for Lawn Mowing Services.  Article on All Metro Service Companies, LLC website.

Smith, S.S. (April 15, 2021). Our Landscaping Design Process.  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (April 12, 2021). Minnesota Tree and Shrub Pruning Guide.  Article on All Metro Service Companies, LLC website.

Smith, S.S. (March 31, 2021). Enjoy Your Outdoor Living Space with These Fun Activities.  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (March 26, 2021). The Importance of Spring Clean-Up for Landscaping.   Article on All Metro Service Companies, LLC website.

Smith, S.S. (March 15, 2021). Spring Cleaning For Your Landscape.  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (February 28, 2021).  Enhancing Your Outdoor Living Space With Outdoor Audio.  Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (February 15, 2021). Preventing Evergreen Winter Burn on Your Evergreen Trees and Shrubs. Article on Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping website.

Smith, S.S. (February 9, 2015). Oleander Plants. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (January 29, 2015). Invasive Plants. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (January 21, 2015). Dogbane Plants. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (January 16, 2015). Chinese Lantern Plants. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (January 15, 2015). Artemisia Plants. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (May 20, 2014). How To Become A Master Gardener. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (May 14, 2014). Grafting Fruit Trees Step by Step. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (May 13, 2014). Cape Marigold. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (February 24, 2014). Rabbit Proof Garden Fencing. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (February 18, 2014). Landscape Plant Guide. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (February 1, 2014). Signs That A Plant Is Dying. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (September 9, 2013). Honeysuckle. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (August 13, 2013). Which Berries Grow On Trees. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (August 12, 2013). Grow Potatoes in Tires. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (August 10, 2013). Pinks. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (August 10, 2013). Plants for Koi Ponds. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (July 18, 2013). Lotus. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (July 17, 2013). Growing Star Jasmine. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (July 16, 2013). Aquatic Plants. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (July 10, 2013). Privet. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (July 1, 2013). Perennial Trumpet Flowers. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (June 21, 2013). Mock Orange. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (June 12, 2013). Lily-of-the-Valley. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (May 31, 2013). How to Grow Asparagus. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Smith, S.S. (May 20, 2013). Pyrethrum. Article on LovetoKnow.com website.

Selected Print Garden Articles I Have Written (click to read)

Dealing with tree killing insects

Daylilies

Fall lawn care

Valentines tradition

Before You Spray…Try Integrated Pest Management

Making Contact

Traveling to Austin with Your Dog

List of Print Articles I Have Written

Smith, S. S. (Winter 2012-Spring Summer 2013). The Johnson-Akridge Feud From Chattooga County, GA to Blue Ridge, Texas. The Chattooga County Historical Society Quarterly, v 28, p 10-15.

Smith, S.S. (2020).  Before you spray…try integrated pest management.  African Violet Magazine, May-June p 46-47.

Smith, S. (2014).  Grasshoppers are plentiful again this year. Greenville Herald Banner, June 29.

Smith, S. (2014). Spider mites hard to see, hard to control. Greenville Herald Banner, June 22.

Smith, S. (2014). Fighting back against those obnoxious fire ants. Greenville Herald Banner, May 4.

Smith, S. (2014). Preparing gardens for spring planting. 903 Magazine, Winter, p. 18-19.

Smith, S.  (2013).  Master Gardener.  903 Magazine, Winter, p.36.

Smith, S.  (2012).  Master Gardener.  903 Magazine, Holidays, p.36.

Smith, S.  (2012).  Master Gardener.  903 Magazine, Fall, p.44.

Smith, S.  (2012).  Master Gardener.  903 Magazine, Summer, p.28.

Smith, S. (2012).  Two-step method best for getting rid of fire ants.  Greenville Herald Banner, May 21.

Smith, S.  (2012).  Squash bugs in garden can be controlled.  Greenville Herald Banner, May 14.

Smith, S. (2012).  Honey bees not sole pollinators around.  Herald Banner, April 16.

Smith, S. (2012).  Potatoes: A Valentine’s tradition.  903 magazine, Winter, pg. 46.

Smith, S. (2011).  Dealing with Tree-Killing Insects.  Woodcarving Illustrated, Issue 55, Summer, pg. 24-25.

Smith, S. (2011).  Dealing with Tree-Killing Insects.  Scroll Saw Woodworking and Crafts, Volume 12, Number 2, Issue 43, pg. 18-19.

Smith, S.  (2010).  Master Gardener.  903 Magazine, Holidays, p.26.

Smith, S.  (2010).  Tips from Master Gardeners.  903 Magazine, Summer, p. 36.

Smith, S.  (2010).  In Your Garden.  903 Magazine, Winter, p. 41.

Smith, S.  (2009).  Grass Awns:  A Problem for Dogs and Other Animals.  Lone Oak Newsletter, Issue 945.

Smith, S.  (2006).  It’s possible to have nice garden, room for canines.  Greenville Herald Banner, April 28.

Smith, S.  (2005).  Pesticides can be used safely by following some precautions.  Greenville Herald Banner, September 9.

Smith, S.  (2005).  Container-grown, burlap-wrapped items thrive with winter planting. Greenville Herald Banner, October 10.

Smith, S.  (2004).  Time to start planting bulbs so spring flowers may sprout. Greenville Herald Banner, October 29.

Smith, S.  (2004).  This is the perfect time to plant popular melons in Texas. Greenville Herald Banner, April 9.

Smith, S.  (2004).  Some strawberries should be planted in October. Greenville Herald Banner, October 15..

Smith, S.  (2004).  Skimping on soil test could be costly in the long run. Greenville Herald Banner, February 20.

Smith, S.  (2004).  Rain will bring forth summer of bugs. Greenville Herald Banner, July 23.

Smith, S.  (2004).  Magnolia is the signature tree of the South. Greenville Herald Banner.

Smith, S.  (2004).  If anyone can grow onions, then anyone can grow garlic. Greenville Herald Banner, October 21.

Smith, S.  (2004).  Cultivar publications available to help those in area planting vegetable gardens. Greenville Herald Banner, March 19.

Smith, S.  (2004).  Becoming time to plant popular daylilies. Greenville Herald Banner.

Smith, S.  (2004).  Bare root trees do best when planted in January, February. Greenville Herald Banner, December 20.

Smith, S.  (2004) Now best time for recommended soil test.  Greenville Herald Banner, December 10.

Smith, S.  (1997).  Hunting Poodles.  Retrieving Dog Journal, Vol. 3 No. 1 Oct-Nov.

Smith, S.  (1996).  Snake proofing your dog.  Pointing Dog Journal. September/October.

Smith, S.  (1995).  San Antonio.  DogGone, September/October..

Smith, S.  (1995).  Austin, Texas.  DogGone. January/February.

Smith, S.  (1994).  The joys of traveling with your (obedient) dog. DogGone. July/August.

Smith, S.  (1994).  Running a dog in junior hunter.  Dog Days. December.

Smith, S.  (1994).  Get the point?.  DogGone. September/October.

Smith, S.  (1992).  “What about my dog?”:  How to protect your pets in case you get sick.  Good Dog! May/June.

Smith, S.  (1991).  Treating bites and stings:  How to recognize and treat the bites and stings of common pets.  Dog Fancy. May.

Creative Nonfiction

Smith, S. (2024). Hot Sweet Peppers. The Gardening Zine. Scotland Coinoperated Press.

Smith, S. (2024). The Water. The Broken City, issue 34, Summer pg 12.

Quoted In

Billson, C. (April 25, 2024) Lesbian Visibility Week: 5 queer women using their platforms to change the world. London: Pink News.

Mayfield, G. (March 17, 2024). Container Gardening 101. Dallas Morning News Timeless Texas magazine.

Baska, M. (July 21, 2023). Disabled lesbian explains why we all must come together to fight common enemy. London: Pink News.

Rodrigous, K.  (October 28, 2021). Can You Give Cut Flower Food To Potted Plants? on Gardening Mentor website.

authorsinterviews (November 18, 2013).  Here is my interview with Stephanie Suesan Smith

Mowinski, D.  (n.d.).  Review: Preparing A Vegetable Garden From The Ground Up (Stephanie Suesan Smith) on Urban Turnip website.

Radio/Podcast Interviews

Smith, S.S. (October 8, 2015). Gardeners’ bulb and perennial exchange Saturday in Greenville on KTER Public Radio, Commerce, Texas.

Smith, S.S. (September 9, 2015). Fall gardening time is here on KTER Public Radio, Commerce, Texas.

Smith, S.S. (July 17, 2015). Late summer all-stars for your flower beds on KTER Public Radio, Commerce, Texas.

Smith, S.S. (July 9, 2015). Tomato planting time in NE Texas on KTER Public Radio, Commerce, Texas.

Smith, S.S. (June 10, 2015). ‘Goofy’ things that gardeners do on KTER Public Radio, Commerce, Texas.

Smith, S.S. (June 2, 2015). Diseases threaten roses, crepe myrtles on KTER Public Radio, Commerce, Texas.

Smith, S.S. (April 9, 2015). Master Gardeners host horticulture contest at Hunt County Fair April 30 on KTER Public Radio, Commerce, Texas.

Smith, S.S. (March 12, 2015). Spring gardening time is nearly here on KTER Public Radio, Commerce, Texas.

Smith, S.S. (June 18, 2014). Time to treat for grasshoppers; start plant-from-seed fall gardens on KTER Public Radio, Commerce, Texas.

Smith, S.S. (May 14, 2014). Soil test kits can help in your home gardening on KTER Public Radio, Commerce, Texas.

Smith, S.S. (April 14, 2014). Large area not necessary for gardening on KTER Public Radio, Commerce, Texas.