Background & Experience:
Larissa is a writer, gardener, and herbalist living in the San Juan mountains of Colorado. Her writing has been widely published in lifestyle publications all over the country, and she’s also the creator of the weekly newsletter @rootedintribe.
Larissa’s Role at Petal Republic:
As a senior contributing editor, Larissa brings a breadth of personal experience across gardening, horticulture, herbalism, and botanical subject areas. She writes extensively for Petal Republic on topics spanning gardening, plant care, and flower types, as well as producing in-depth, hands-on reviews of popular plant and flower delivery services.
Education:
Larissa holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Brandeis University, as well as formal writing qualifications from Michigan State University and Lesley University.
In addition, Larissa has trained at the Chesnut School of Herbal Medicine and the School of the Sacred Wild.
Reader Favorites by Larissa:
- Want To Grow Clematis? Here Are 10 Popular Garden Varieties to Consider
- How to Amend Your Soil: Building Better Garden Soil 101
- What’s Soil pH & How Is It Affecting My Garden & Houseplants?
- How to Dry and Preserve Hydrangea Flowers the Easy Way
- 8 Common Garden Pests & Diseases: How To Treat Them Naturally
In the Media:
Larissa’s been featured in numerous media and press publications to date, including Realtor.com, ThePennyHoarder.com, and FinanceBuzz.com
Other published work:
- What Is Xeriscaping? The Smart Landscaping Solution That’ll Save Money (and the Environment) – Realtor.com
- 7 Tips To Help Your Gardens Survive (and Thrive) While You’re On Vacation – Realtor.com
- Planning a Wedding? Here’s How Much It Will Cost (And How to Budget for It) – Financebuzz.com
Connect with Larissa:
- Email: larissa.runkle@gmail.com
- Website: larissarunkle.com
About Petal Republic
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