So, You Want To Start Seeds for Your Hydroponic System… But you have no idea how to get started? That’s where Epic Gardening comes in! When I first started gardening, I was messing around in soil (which I still do…
Starting a Summer Garden the Epic Gardening Way
Summer 2013: Time to Garden Like a Boss As I woke up this morning, I knew it was going to be a beautiful day here in San Diego, CA. The cast iron skillet was sizzling with some heirloom onions and…
“I don’t have a green thumb!”…I Call BS.
When people step into my backyard, they see hydroponic setups, soil gardens, and plants everywhere. It’s often a little overwhelming and sometimes makes me look like some kind of mad plant doctor. People get a little surprised at how much…
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Tower Garden Review
I recently lost all of my phone numbers and was in that hated phase of responding to anyone who texted me with “Hey, sorry, who’s this?” Needless to say, it was getting a little repetitive…but that changed when I got…
How a Commercial Hydroponics Operation Works: Interview with Vitalii Jidkov
Scott of Zero Mile Farms and I organized an interview with Vitalii Jidkov, who runs a commercial hydroponics operation in Canada. He works with a company that owns over 50 acres of greenhouse space and had some AWESOME stuff to…
February Giveaway: General Hydroponics 3 Part Flora Series Nutrients
I just got back from Home Depot to set up some more hydroponic systems for a family friend and I thought to myself, “What about all of the people that read this blog? What can I do for them?” I…
What You NEED to Know about Hydroponic Nutrient Solutions
Hydroponic nutrient solutions are one of the most important things to consider in hydroponic gardening. Get it right and you will be rewarded with a bountiful harvest of your chosen fruits. Get it wrong and be prepared for great disappointment…
How to Build a DIY Pallet Garden for Thirty Bucks
If you’re reading this post, chances are you’ve got an old pallet that isn’t being used at all. I had one too, and I knew there was SOMETHING I could do with it…but what? With a little creative thinking (and…
Plant Spacing in Hydroponics
I’ve got to tell you all, I’m ecstatic when I get messages from Epic Gardening readers. I LOVE opening up Gmail during a break from business and seeing urban gardening questions come in, so you better believe I was excited…
Microgreens Maintenance
So You Planted Your Microgreen Seeds…Now What? If you’re reading this post, you should have already read the microgreens introduction, gathered your materials, and planted your microgreen seeds. If you haven’t, get on it! Back? Alright, let’s get started. Microgreens…
