Tiffany Selvey
Location
Northwest Arkansas
School
University Of Arkansas, Northwest Arkansas Community College
Expertise
Gardening, Landscaping, Interior Design
- Tiffany has been a master gardener for over a decade with over 1,000 volunteer hours and over 200 educational hours
- In 2015, she was invited to visit P. Allen Smith's at Moss Mountain Farm for a tour and discussion about sustainable gardening. He is just as nice in person as he is on his show, Garden Home.
- Not only is Tiffany obsessed with outdoor gardens and native plants, she also collects houseplants. Begonias are her favorite, and she's never met one she didn't like.
Experience
With years of education and experience in interior design, Tiffany has worked for Modsy as a Platinum Room Stylist. Outside the home, Tiffany uses her experience as a master gardener to share her love of dirt and plants with friends and family. When not rearranging furniture or tending to her garden, Tiffany enjoys spending time with her rescue animals, family, and friends.
Education
Tiffany has an associate of arts degree from Northwest Arkansas Community College and a bachelor of arts degree in communication. These degrees make her uniquely qualified to share her love of home and garden with those seeking to learn.
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Stories By Tiffany Selvey
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Irises produce some of the most gorgeous blooms you can hope to see. Let our Master Gardener help you decide what type of iris to plant in your garden.
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Planting chitted potatoes is a popular method to give your plants the best chance for a large harvest. Our Master Gardener explains the process.
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Building a fence can be a costly endeavor. Here's a bit of guidance for adding some privacy to your backyard without destroying your bank account.
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Crabgrass is a dreaded weed and is difficult to get under control once it has taken up residence in your yard. Luckily, there are some time-tested solutions.
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It's not uncommon to see trees with their roots balled in burlap for transplanting, but too many gardeners make an incorrect assumption about that burlap.
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Technically, cold temperatures can affect tick populations - which can be pesky and dangerous - but it takes extreme conditions to make a difference.
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It's vital to care for your plant's needs at the right time of year. These are the plants to prune in late winter for a stunning early spring display.
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Winter is the perfect time to start planning your spring garden. Here's how to use snow to help plan your future garden and determine where to start plants.
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If you don't consume your potato peels, then think twice before throwing them away. There are various ways you can repurpose them in the garden.
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If you are allergic to bees, you might want to skip this particular lawn trend for your own safety, even if skipping it means a bit more yard maintenance.
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Red creeping thyme is a great alternative to grass and will attract pollinators to your yard, but there's a key consideration when choosing this ground cover.
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Flowering maples are beautiful, but they can cause issues if grown inside. Here is what you should keep in mind before bringing flowering maples into your home.
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Caring for raspberries is fairly straightforward, but there are a few things that can kill your plants before you know it. Here's what to avoid.
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Propagating seeds doesn't need to be a difficult task. Try using this easy sponge cloth hack next time you are starting seeds for your garden.
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The confusion over topping pepper plants boils down to the fact that there are several considerations. Avoid these mistakes and yield bigger harvests.
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Pairing plants together that have similar growing requirements just makes sense. Grow hydrangeas near hostas for a spectacular show between the companions.
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If you're considering adding a butterfly bush to your landscaping, there are several important considerations. Among them is the actual ideal time for planting.
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Iris plants are a beautiful addition to any garden, but there are a few mistakes you could be making that are inhibiting their ability to flower and thrive.
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If you're hoping to grow a beautifully vibrant Japanese maple tree in your yard, here is the best time of year to do so in order to ensure your tree thrives.
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Instead of scrubbing our feet with a pumice stone, we tried removing pet hair from upholstered furniture with this tool. Discover if this unique hack works.
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When you're planting a tree in your yard, you might not give the grass around it a second thought. House Digest's master gardener explains why that's a mistake.
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Who needs succulents when you have these unique, easy-to-maintain plants? Here are four (better) alternatives, according to our Master Gardener.
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If you want to naturally deter pests like snails and slugs from eating your precious roses, dahlias, and other flowers, try sacrificial planting.
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Repelling rats from your home is best to keep your family safe. Thankfully, it's easy to do so naturally and humanely with a few pest-deterring plants.
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While it's relatively easy and low-maintenance to grow peppers in your garden, there is one mistake you could make that will ruin your entire crop.
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Petunias not only add a splash of color, they're relatively easy to grow. But even these forgiving plants have their limits, and here are the most important.
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Looking for a holiday craft that's perfect for kids? You can DIY unique Christmas ornaments, with supplies found in the laundry aisle of your local Dollar Tree.