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Kevin Espiritu

I'm the founder of Epic Gardening, a website dedicated to teaching 10,000,000 people how to grow plants. I enjoy skateboarding, piano, guitar, business, and experimenting with all kinds of gardening techniques!

An elephant ear plant with broad leaves with wavy and waxy surface attached to sturdy-looking stems

Foliage

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Elephant Ears

Elephant ears, botanically known as Colocasia is a beautiful tropical perennial with dramatic large heart-shaped leaves that resemble an elephant's ear. It thrives in humid climates, adds a bold, lush appeal to ornamental gardens, and is often used as a houseplant. Kevin Espiritu will guide you through how to look after and grow these striking plants.

Can you eat crabapples

Fruits

Can You Eat Crabapples?

If you've ever looked at the colorful fruits on a crabapple tree, a question probably came to mind: can you eat crabapples? Kevin Espiritu answers this common question, with suggestions on varieties and uses.