Will Ford
School
University Of New Hampshire
Expertise
Edible Gardens, Parenting Houseplants, Greenhouses
- Since 2020, Will has cared for 58 houseplants and has plans for several more.
- In the summer, he loves to tend to his ever-growing vegetable garden.
- His tallest plant is a Fiddle Leaf Fig named Fiona, which stands just over seven feet.
Experience
As a writer for House Digest, Will has been researching and investing in sustainable gardening with an emphasis on rainwater collection and hydroponics. His life goal is to one day have a south-facing solarium attached to the back of his house, providing edible plants all year round. Will has been teaching high school English for more than a decade. When he's not providing feedback on papers about Romeo and Juliet, he spends his time in local greenhouses or nurseries or simply basking in the glow of his jungle.
Education
Will has a bachelor's in English and a master's in the art of teaching from the University of New Hampshire.
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Stories By Will Ford
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Lots of people will avoid cleaning their oven racks until things get bad. If this sounds like you, consider trying this tip that does the hard work for you.
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If you're dealing with rust issues on your beloved cast iron cookware, there's an easy solution. All you have to do is reach into your refrigerator.
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Though hydrogen peroxide is commonly used as a disinfectant around the home, it can also be useful when it comes to your garden. Here's why.
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How do you clean a hairbrush? It’s possible that you never have. Easily refresh yours with just one ingredient that’s in your kitchen pantry already.
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Keeping outdoor plants properly watered can be a lot harder than you might expect. Luckily, one store offers a great planter to help your garden thrive.
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Freezing pepper seeds might seem wild, but it could have big benefits for your pepper harvest this year. Best of all, this freezer hack is easy and free.
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Hydrogen peroxide is useful for many things, including gardening. If you like propagating your plants through cuttings, consider this trick from Pinterest.
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What use is an oily splatter guard? With too much build-up, the device is more of a hazard than a safety net. Clean yours with this common kitchen item hack.
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If you're trying to figure out the best flooring material for your remodel, consider what's easiest to clean, especially if you have children or pets.
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If you don't clean this part of your washing machine, it can lead to negative consequences for your clothing and your machine. We'll explain how to do it.
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Those stains on your Pyrex baking dishes don't have to be permanent! You can use this quick trick to restore the glass without endless scrubbing.
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Not all is lost if your favorite wooden tables get a bit of water damage from pesky wet glasses or spills - this household item works miracles.
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While effective, dryer sheets may not be the miracle solution for oven cleaning and can pose a few health risks. Fortunately, there are several solutions.
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If you've noticed an increase in bugs in the kitchen, you may be neglecting to clean your instant pot properly. Here's how to clean it to avoid attracting bugs.
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When you apply weed and feed products to your lawn, you want to make sure you get the most out of your hard work by watering at the optimal time.
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When caring for wooden cutting boards incorrectly, rancid smells might enter your kitchen. Avoid this cleaning mistake and stop using this item on your boards.
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The intense fragrance of garlic can draw animals from all around, but this TikTok hack can stop them from ravaging your garden. Learn how here.
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If you love your indoor plants as much as we do, seeing blackening leaves on some of your favorite specimens is scary. Learn about what black leaves can mean.
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Finding the perfect light for your houseplants can be challenge. Learn what window direction is ideal, and how to make the most of the sunlight in your space.
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It's always alarming when your houseplant changes colors. If your green plant is turning purple, there's hope to restore it back to health with these steps.
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No blade is immune to rust. Fortunately, removing rust from your kitchen knives is easy with a household staple you probably already have in your pantry.
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Growing your own bok choy from seed is an excellent way to diversify both your garden and your culinary possibilities. This TikTok video shows you how.
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Electric burners can be challenging to clean and it requires a bit of extra effort, but this solution will leave them looking absolutely pristine.
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Calibrating your lawn spreader helps you distribute seeds and fertilizer evenly so you can maximize your lawn's health and keep it looking lush and green.
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While it's important to implement pest control in the garden to prevent crop destruction, there are some pests that are beneficial. This is one of them.
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TikTok has a hack for cleaning just about everything, but one tip to scrub marble surfaces could actually wind up ruining your stone decor.
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Alka-Seltzer is perfect to settle an upset stomach, but this effervescent medicine cabinet staple can also keep your marble looking stunning.