Arricca Elin SanSone
Contributing Writer
Arricca Elin SanSone is a freelance writer, editor, and digital content developer. She specializes in lifestyle and interior design content with a focus on gardening. Arricca earned dual bachelor’s degrees summa cum laude in English and classics from Hiram College, as well as an MBA cum laude from Georgia Southern University. Before writing full-time, Arricca studied in Rome, traveled in Europe, and taught school in Asia. With over a decade of experience, Arricca has pitched, researched, and crafted fresh story ideas and content to appeal to national audiences. She has written thousands of articles for print and digital publications such as Country Living, Good Housekeeping, Prevention, House Beautiful, and more. She’s passionate about gardening, baking, reading, and spending time with the people and dogs she loves.
25 Best Shade Perennials That Thrive Out of the Sun
Here's what to plant in your shade garden!
How to Grow and Care for Boston Fern
Here’s how to keep this iconic fern looking great for years.
30 Best Perennial Plants for Year After Year of Beauty
Here are the best perennials to make your garden shine!
Are There Plants That Keep Mosquitoes Away, and Which Ones?
The answer is complicated: Plants can repel mosquitoes, but growing them isn't enough.
How to Grow Gerbera Daisies in Your Garden
These sunny, happy blooms are the fifth most-popular cut flower in the world!
30 Best Flowering Vines to Add Vertical Color
These eye-catching vines hide eyesores, attract hummingbirds, and more!
15 Best Plants for Terrariums—These Will Thrive Under Glass
Build a tiny self-sustaining world with these pretty little plants!
For a Serious Chef Advantage, Grow a Bay Leaf Plant
Learn how to grow this evergreen herb in a pot or as a shrub.
How to Grow + Care for a Bird of Paradise Plant
Here's how to grow this striking plant, indoors or out!
55 Best White Flowers for Your Garden
Grow these gorgeous white flowers in your garden or for bouquets.
15 of the Best Bedroom Plants for a Prettier, Healthier Space
These houseplants will thrive in your bedroom!
The 20 Best Drought-Tolerant Shrubs for Your Climate
Here are the best hardy and drought tolerant choices, wherever you live.
25 Types of Orchids for Your Home or Garden
Ready to start growing orchids? These are our favorites!
Grow Chamomile In Your Garden — But First, Decide Which Kind
There are two main kinds of chamomile. Here's how to choose the right one for you.
How to Grow and Care for Knock Out Roses
Learn how to get the most blooms from these low-maintenance rose bushes.
30 Different Types of Cactus You Can Grow at Home
Grow these fun plants, indoors or out!
The 16 Best Dwarf Trees Under 10 Feet Tall for Your Yard
These easy-to-grow beauties are all super small!
56 Beautiful Backyard Ideas for Big and Small Budgets
It’s time to upgrade your outdoor spaces.
How to Attract Mason Bees to Your Garden—and Why
These beneficial native bees can do great things for your plants.
7 Tomato Plant Pests and How to Get Rid of Them
Here’s what’s eating your tomatoes—and what to do about it.
Build a DIY Greenhouse with One of These Easy Kits
You don't even have to be handy to build one of these easy-to-assemble greenhouses!
How to Care for Aglaonema, AKA Chinese Evergreen Plant
This beautiful, unfussy plant needs only a few things to last and last.
22 Best Hanging Plants for Every Space, Indoors and Out
Spruce up your indoor and outdoor gardening spaces with hanging plants.
40 of the Largest Dog Breeds with Pictures and Names
This list shows off the biggest dog breeds around, plus what you might consider before adopting one.
33 Simple Garden Trellis Ideas for Climbing Plants
These smart ideas provide style to your space.
26 Best Shade Annuals for Those Bare Spots in Your Garden
These pretty flowers will add beauty around trees, near taller plants, or anywhere with some shade.
The Simplest Hummingbird Nectar Recipe
This safe and delicious recipe will nurture your favorite backyard visitors.
How to Grow Snapdragon Flowers
These pretty annuals are easy to grow with a little bit of time and attention!
Golden Retrievers vs. Labrador Retrievers: How Similar Are They?
Everything there is to know about these sweet, lovable breeds.
25 Beautiful Raised Garden Bed Ideas for Every Kind of Space
Here's how to create beautiful raised-bed gardens
21 Indoor Plants to Add Color and Beauty to Your Home
Beautiful and easy to care for, these indoor plants are our faves!
Your Ficus Tree Care Guide: How to Grow This Popular Houseplant
With the right conditions, your ficus tree will thrive for many happy years.