green thumb

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I haven’t perfected my green thumb, but I’m working on it.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 17, 2025

His maternal grandmother was gifted with plant caregiving, and his mother was an “incredible grower” with an expert green thumb.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 13, 2023

The pastel blue jacket also showcases noteworthy books she worked on, as well as shrubs and flowers to represent her green thumb.

From Washington Post • Dec. 27, 2022

Planting in containers with a very good potting soil is the way to go with Superbells, though if you can duplicate in your garden bed, you will garner the green thumb there, too.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 14, 2022

She’s had a green thumb since before we moved to the Ranch.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy