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Lorin Nielsen

Lorin Nielsen is the head horticulturalist at Epic Gardening. She was formerly the Editor in Chief, and has both written and edited a large portion of the content on the Epic Gardening website. She is also a certified naturalist in California.

A close-up shot of bay laurel

Herbs

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Bay Laurel

Not only is it beautiful, but it tastes good in soups and stews. Growing a bay laurel tree provides you with lots of sweet bay. It is also a lovely evergreen with attractive foliage for use as a garden specimen. Lorin Nielsen will explain how to get the best out of a bay tree.

A close-up of delicate, light green leaves with finely serrated edges, arranged in pairs along slender stems, nestled among surrounding greenery.

Edible

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Moringa

Growing moringa means you have a superfood and shade tree all in one! With its many health benefits, this tree is worth growing. Learn the ins and outs of growing and harvesting this nutritious plant from expert Lorin Nielsen.

A close-up shot of green fruits of a Guava tree

Fruits

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for a Guava Tree

Guavas don't have to be a rare treat if you grow your own guava tree! Our complete guide shows you how to get nutritious fruit at home. Psidium guajava is an evergreen tree that is very easy to grow. Lorin Nielsen will take you through the steps.