About Jeff Rugg

Jeff Rugg

Jeff Rugg

With degrees in science, zoology, horticulture and landscape architecture Rugg uses his many interests to help others learn about nature. He has managed garden centers in Texas and Illinois and owned a water garden and wild bird nature store.

He is currently an employee of Pond Supplies of America. His articles and photographs have appeared in Pond Keeper, Water Garden Magazine, Landscape Architect and Specifier News, Landscape Contractor Magazine, Ponds USA, American Nurseryman and other publications. He is currently an Illinois Certified Nurseryman and Registered Landscape Architect.

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Garden Resolutions Dec 31, 2025

Tomorrow is the beginning of a new year. Are you ready? First, of course, there are parties to go to tonight, or maybe you will stay home and binge-watch something. I like to watch trilogy movies, starting in the late afternoon and running until just... Read More

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Waxed Amaryllis Care Dec 24, 2025

What do you do with a waxed amaryllis after it is done flowering? Waxed bulbs are intended to be thrown away when they are done blooming, just like a cut flower in a vase. There is no mess of potting soil, no watering or any other care; just enjoy th... Read More

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8 Gardening Books Dec 17, 2025

I have been in the garden writing industry for over 35 years, so naturally, I have accumulated some gardening books. Most of them are really good and fun to read. In this day and age, books don't have to be all text. They can and probably should incl... Read More

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More Garden Gift Ideas Dec 10, 2025

Have you grown lilies, dahlias, peonies or other tall plants, only to have them flop over and either have the stems break or the flowers get ruined sitting on the ground? I have a couple of good solutions for you. Spirals are multi-stem plant support... Read More