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Erica Brandt

Erica Brandt is a gardening editor at Biology Insights who covers shrubs and tropical plants. She previously worked as an assistant style editor for a print home magazine before moving into digital feature editing. Her editorial work centers on companion planting strategies and indoor container styling. Brandt collaborates with horticulturists and landscape designers to produce practical plant care guides for home gardeners.

Best Rattlesnake Master Companion Plants
Do Daylilies Grow in Florida? What You Need to Know
What Are the Best Bobo Hydrangea Companion Plants?
Best Companion Plants for Jasmine and Which to Avoid
What Are the Best Star Jasmine Companion Plants?
When Does Agapanthus Bloom and How to Encourage It?
Should You Deadhead Calla Lilies?
Can Verbena Grow in Shade and Still Thrive?
What to Plant With Cannas: 10+ Companion Plants
What Plants Go Well With Lantana?
How Often Should You Fertilize Heliconia Plants?
How Often Should You Water a Canna Lily?
When Is the Best Time to Plant Mexican Bird of Paradise?
Can Hydrangeas Grow in Full Sun?
What Not to Plant With Marigolds
How Tall Do Ixora Grow? Size Ranges & Factors
Are Daylilies Drought Tolerant?
Can Panicle Hydrangeas Take Full Sun?
What Kind of Soil Do Lilies Like?
How Often Do Bird of Paradise Bloom?
When Do Angel Trumpets Bloom?
How Often Should You Water an Ice Plant?
Can You Plant Angel Trumpets in the Ground?
How Long Does It Take for Wisteria to Grow and Bloom?
When Is the Best Time to Plant Lantana in Phoenix?
Do I Need to Cover Hydrangeas for Frost?
How Big Does Ixora Get? Size by Variety & Conditions
Do Yuccas Bloom Every Year? The Flowering Cycle Explained
Should Canna Lilies Be Deadheaded for More Blooms?
Should I Remove Canna Lily Seed Pods?