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Betsy Karetnick

Betsy Karetnick

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Betsy is a lifestyle and media expert who writes about food, drink, flowers and gardening, as well as consumer issues. In 2004, she created The Portable Garden, a destination floral and event design company. An accomplished broadcaster, she was hired by Martha Stewart for her expertise in food and flowers, and she worked exclusively as a host on the channel for nearly its entire tenure on SiriusXM. She also specializes in financial journalism and started her career at Dow Jones, CBS Marketwatch and WNET.

Articles

Eggshell as fertilizer, in a flower pot, with copy space.

How to Use Eggshells for Plants and Make Your Garden Flourish

Your garbage just might be your garden’s treasure. Here’s what you need to know about using eggshells to help your plants grow.
Green wall of houseplants growing indoors with bench, Berkshire Botanical Garden, Stockbridge, Massachusetts

How to Create a Living Wall That Brings the Outdoors In

Check out these surprisingly simple tips and tricks to grow a living wall in your home. It's truly easier than you think—and absolutely stunning!
A clean and organized light blue kitchen with a granite countertop, gold faucet and light, and a white subway tile backsplash.

21 Best Tips for Organized Kitchen Counters That Will Keep Even the Messiest Space Tidy

Here’s how to create perfectly organized kitchen counters and keep them clutter-free every day—with minimal effort