Kristin Washagan
Former Digital Trends Contributor
Kristin Washagan is a contributing writer with keen interests in sustainability, environmental justice, and green gardening. Washagan enjoys feature writing because features enable her to learn alongside trusted sources and dive deeper into topics with care.
Climate change threatens the future of gardens; gardeners may be the solution
Gardeners can help combat the unpredictable effects of climate change by reducing their greenhouse gas emissions and challenging the industrial food system
The pesticides market is now worth $11 billion; that’s a huge problem
The pesticides market is nearly worth $11 billion. Here's why that's a problem.
Homesteaders embrace self-sufficiency for the health of the environment
Homesteaders promote sustainability and self-sufficient living as the means to take control of personal health and personal responsibility to the environment
Compost in your own backyard to maximize your blooms for your bucks
Red worm and outdoor composting systems reduce gardeners' reliance on synthetic fertilizers and help the environment by diverting organic waste out of landfills
Are houseplants really good for the environment?
We love houseplants, but are they good for the environment? Here's what we know
Optimal soil for gardening relies on environment, nutrition, and care
Determined by region, water retention, structure, and chemical composition, quality soil encourages plant growth, ecosystem health, and better crop yields.
Composting made easy: pickup services help divert food waste from landfills
Compost pickup services help users take personal responsibility and divert waste from landfills, but more infrastructure remains necessary for meaningful change
Ugly pollinators deserve recognition, too
Pollinators like beetles may not be as beautiful as butterflies, but they still have an important role in our ecosystem.
Color theory & gardening: landscape design can contribute more than aesthetic value
Color theory is important to consider when designing gardens. Color contributes to the aesthetic value and can also attract important pollinators.