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Wendy Helfenbaum

Wendy Helfenbaum

location-pin Montreal, Quebec, Canada

School: Carleton University

Expertise: Gardening, outdoor lifestyle, backyard wildlife

Wendy Helfenbaum

  • Journalism degree
  • Writes blog for Garden Weasel Tools

Experience

Wendy is a freelance writer and television producer who covers gardening and wildlife topics for many publications, including Country Gardens, Apartment Therapy, Houzz.com, Birds & Blooms and Canadian Gardening.

Education

Carleton University Marianopolis College

Birds & Blooms Editorial Policies

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Articles

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Grow a Columnar Apple Tree in Small Spaces

A columnar apple tree is a perfect pick for growing tasty fruit in small spaces! Learn how to care for these unique fruit trees.
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Evergreen Perennials Shine Year-Round

Branch out beyond typical conifer trees and shrubs with evergreen perennials that will add year-round color to your yard.
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Top 10 Types of Ornamental Grass for Your Yard

Low-maintenance and versatile, ornamental grass is a great way to add color, movement and seasonal interest to your yard.