Peg Aloi
Expertise
Gardening, Color Symbolism And Design, Aromatherapy
- Peg has been running her own fine gardening business, Albion Gardens, in upstate NY since 2010.
- She earned a certificate in horticulture from the Berkshire Botanical Garden in 2019.
- Peg is also a certified aromatherapist interested in herbalism and perfumery and has written about these topics for several publications.
Experience
In addition to writing for House Digest, Peg is a gardening expert for the home-centric site The Spruce. She has been a freelance writer for many years, and her work has appeared in a wide array of print and online publications, including The Boston Phoenix, The Herb Quarterly, The Herb Companion, Time, Refinery29, InStyle, and more. She also taught for several years at Emerson College and SUNY New Paltz. She has co-edited two scholarly anthologies, is editing a third, and is writing a book. She is also a senior film and TV critic for The Arts Fuse.
Education
Peg received a B.A. from SUNY Geneseo in both dramatic arts and English, and earned her MFA in English with a focus in film from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst.
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Stories By Peg Aloi
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Jumping worms are a bit different than your average earthworm, and they can be quite the pests, too. Here's what they are and why they're bad for your garden.
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Though mums are an autumnal favorite, the plants can actually survive year-round. Use these tips for planting mums for gorgeous blooms every year.
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Hydrangeas are a beautiful flowering plant that will reward you for seasons to come as long as you follow this crucial tip when planting them.
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If you're starting out on your gardening journey, congrats! This hobby brings many rewards. However, newcomers to gardening might experience some challenges.
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When it comes to fall displays, orange, red, yellow, and brown spring to mind, but you shouldn't let this limit your creativity or inhibit your autumn palette.
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Learn about "new wood" hydrangeas to find out how these plants vary from "old wood" varieties and whether they are a good fit for your garden.
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There are dozens of hydrangea varieties, and they can be categorized by whether they grow on 'new' or 'old' wood. Here's why old wood might be for you.
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When the growing season arrives after the last winter frost, you don't want to be scrambling to enjoy the most of spring. So start early; this is the best time.
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Late summer-blooming annuals put out plenty of seeds as their flowering season winds down. Collecting your own seeds is a great way to prepare for next year.
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If you're looking for a beautiful, flowering vine to accent your garden, clematis is a great option. But where should you plant the perennial?
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If you've ever been bitten by a brown recluse, you know it's no joke. Using essential oil, you can make a natural spray to banish the spiders from your home.
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Knowing how to care for your plants will ensure your yard always looks its best. Make your garden's summer color last well into fall with these tips.
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Did you know there are specific benefits related to what time of year you add mulch to your garden? Here's why you should mulch in late summer.
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Knowing when to maintain your garden will ensure it stays looking its best. Taking care of your irises in the fall will keep them healthy all year long.
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Who needs nasty-smelling, store-bought insect repellents when you can make your own? Making them smell good, though, requires some essential oil mixology.
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Day lilies are a beautiful addition to any garden, and several varieties rebloom through late summer. Here's how to clean them up when done for the season.
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Every gardener deals with aphids at some point. Learn how to use common essential oils in order to get rid of these persistent garden pests.
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Gnats may not live long, but they can be very annoying during their short lives. However, this essential oil hack will keep them from bugging you.
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A main component of maximalism is incorporating color. But choosing what paint color to use can be a challenge. Here is the best option for living rooms.
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Growing your own produce can be highly satisfying. There are thousands of varieties of apples, so we find out which are the best heirloom apple trees to grow.
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Tending your garden can be hard work, especially when pests rear their ugly heads. Here's how a sprinkle of garlic powder can serve as your secret weapon.
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There's a hack involving lawn tonics making the rounds online. But these will do little to fertilize your lawn, and may even harm your grass.
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While lilies may look great in a vase, they can sometimes be problematic in a garden. Find out what ditch lilies are and why they are so controversial.
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Not only is coconut oil great for your skin and hair, but if used correctly, it can also make your furniture shine like brand new. Here's how.
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A room is often referred to as 'these four walls,' but you'd be forgetting the ceiling. Here's how to incorporate the ceiling into your design.
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While composting toilets come with a lot of benefits, they also have certain limitations. Here are the issues that might make you reconsider installing one.
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Some home decor colors have a history of being unsafe and toxic. Here are some famously poisonous hues, as well as modern day versions safe for your space.