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Ellen Airhart

Ellen Airhart is a freelance writer and fact-checker. She writes, hosts, and produces the independent podcast Plant Crimes and is devoted to her 27 houseplants. She has bylines in Vox, Wired, Atlas Obscura, and Scientific American, among other publications.

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By Ellen Airhart Jan 25, 2022

DIY

How to help houseplants survive winter

The bad news? There's not a lot you can do.

By Ellen Airhart Jan 15, 2022

Science

The truth about hydration hacks like IV therapies, alkaline water, and more

Plain old water doesn't get enough credit.

By Ellen Airhart Nov 23, 2021

Environment

You should collect and plant native seeds. Here’s how.

The cycle of nature is all about giving and receiving.

By Ellen Airhart Nov 07, 2021

Health

Why do marathon runners get the runs?

It doesn't just work your leg muscles—racing is rough on your intestines, too.

By Ellen Airhart Oct 28, 2021

Technology

Why do we keep falling for jump scares?

The making—and breaking—of the cheap thrills.

By Ellen Airhart Oct 07, 2021

Environment

Quick and dirty tips to make sure your plants love the soil they’re in

What you do to the earth now can benefit future gardeners.

By Ellen Airhart Sep 18, 2021

DIY

How to forage your way through your neighborhood

The world is your grocery store.

By Ellen Airhart Sep 14, 2021

Technology

What would happen if I ate my computer? Asking for a friend.

Microchips and dip.

By Ellen Airhart Aug 31, 2021

DIY

What killed my carnivorous plants?

I've given you sunshine. I've given you dirt. You've given me nothing but heartache and hurt.

By Ellen Airhart Aug 03, 2021

DIY

Fight household pests with a friendly army of plants and insects

Harness a horde of predators in your own home.