Libby Thompson
School
University Of Colorado At Boulder
Expertise
Home Maintenance, Gardening, Sustainability
- Libby has authored hundreds of articles about custom home building, the real estate process, and home design.
- She's passionate about financial literacy and the role of homeownership in creating generational wealth.
- She loves vegetable gardening and houseplants – though being a plant lover and cat parent presents some struggles.
Experience
From buying the right house for your needs to making that house feel cozy and bright, Libby is passionate about all things home and garden. As a news writer for House Digest, she has covered a wide range of topics, including how to choose companion plants, tips for DIY restorations, and ways to help the birds and the bees. Libby focuses on topics that help others reduce waste, save money, and improve their local ecosystems. With over seven years of freelance real estate writing experience, she has become an expert on the way our homes showcase our personalities and influence every facet of our lives.
Education
Libby graduated magna cum laude from the University of Colorado, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English and French with a minor in business.
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Stories By Libby Thompson
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Hydrogen peroxide has almost endless uses around your home and garden, but you may not be aware that it can help protect your plants from drought stress.
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Need a window well cover to prevent animals from falling inside? Here's an affordable TikTok DIY well cover that can be made with items from the Dollar Tree.
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Hummingbird's lunch cuphea is hardy in warm southern regions, but can be overwintered indoors to provide some of the earliest blooms for your hummingbirds.
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Hibiscus flowers not only look absolutely beautiful in a garden, but they can also be added to a hummingbird feeder in more ways than one. Here's how.
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Add a bit of color to your garden by introducing this easy-to-grow flower that will attract beautiful hummingbirds and other pollinators like butterflies.
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Coffee grounds are touted as an easy hack to add nutrients and minerals to your garden, but not every plant is eager to devour this acidic fertilizer.
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Running out of countertop space? Have no fear, because there's a DIY hack to give you more, and you can find everything you need at Dollar Tree.
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If your garden is in need of ground cover, why not use the opportunity to bring some vibrant color to the space and even entice some flying friends?
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There's a particularly beautiful spiky flowering plant that can really take your garden to another level. Here's what it is - and how to grow it.
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Keeping your garden hydrated can seem like a lot of work, but there's a genius gutter hack that can make everything a lot easier. Let's take a look.
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This useful hack from TikTok user Sarah Teresinski allows you to upcycle your wire hangers for a beautiful toilet paper holder (and storage!) for your bathroom.
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Getting the smaller weeds away from your plants is a major pain in the neck. Here's how to make a tool to make the process easier.
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Many are attracted to blue cornflowers for their vibrancy and height, but think twice before you introduce this plant into your garden -- it might take over.
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Large decorative planters aren't cheap, so it's wise to take advantage of DIY opportunities. Here are two ways to create one with an old laundry basket.
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The Zulu giant (or carrion flower) is a fascinating and gorgeous plant, but there are several good reasons you might not actually want to keep one around.
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Whether you're planting hydrangeas from the store or from another area of your yard, the risk of transplant shock can be nerve-wracking. Here's how to avoid it.
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Pasqueflowers can add so much beauty to your garden and can attract pollinators. Get the best tips for planting and caring for this colorful plant.
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Some companion plants provide essential benefits to your garden. Others can enhance your garden in ways that are terrific, if a little less crucial.
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If you're craving some extra privacy for your patio, then these plants will be the perfect, and stylish, addition to the front of your home.
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Some folks seem to benefit from ice bath therapy, and you could potentially join their ranks without annihilating your bank account.
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This beautiful edible flower has a dual purpose: not only does it attract beneficial insects and pollinators, but you can use it in the kitchen, too.
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Cabbage is an ever-popular crop, and your gardening can be made even easier by planting borage alongside it. Here's why they work so well together.
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It's almost zucchini season, and you can prep your favorite summer squash in the garden by planting it alongside some chamomile. Why? We'll tell you.
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Unfortunately, daylilies aren't as attractive to hummingbirds as many people think, but another flower will be much more appealing to your feathered visitors.
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Finding mice or their droppings in your shed? Don't worry. There are several ways to chase the critters out safely and humanely. Learn more.
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Wouldn't summer be even better if mosquitos weren't biting us all the time? One possible solution to our dilemma is bats -- lots of bats.
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Does your porch need a bit of a spruce-up? You can easily DIY a lovely hanging flower globe in a few minutes with a small amount of materials for less than $40.