Amanda Rose Newton

Amanda Rose Newton is equally passionate about the horticulture and pest control worlds and has over 10 years' of experience in both. Coming from an agricultural background, Amanda Rose appreciates infusing these practices into permaculture and urban gardening principles. Her passion for pest control and sustainable gardening allows her to review plant and pest content for best practices and accuracy as a member of both The Spruce's Cleaning and Gardening Review Board.

Also a seasoned beekeeper and beneficial insect fanatic, Amanda Rose strives to protect these valuable contributors to our environment. She enjoys opportunities to work with others to find the safest pest control solutions for any garden or home.

Highlights

Over 10 years of experience in horticulture and pest control
Board-certified entomologist
Emphasis on educating gardeners about sustainability

Experience

Amanda Rose Newton has a decade's worth of experience in both the academic and professional sides of horticulture and entomology. Her focus is on educating gardeners to use sustainable practices that will lead to improved food security and quality for the next generation.

Education

Amanda Rose Newton holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from George Mason University, a Master of Science in Entomology from the University of Nebraska Lincoln, a Master of Science in Plant Health Management from Ohio State University, and a PhD in STEM Education from the Florida Institute of Technology.

Expertise: Entomology, Horticulture, Gardening, Pest Control

Education: Florida Institute of Technology, University of Nebraska

Location: Melbourne, Fl

Title: Board Certified Entomologist

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