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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 layer of Cotoneaster horizontalis appearing to have vivid red berries looking healthy and ready for picking surrounded by vibrant green leaves

Shrubs

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Cotoneaster Horizontalis

Cotoneaster horizontalis, or rock spray cotoneaster, is a fantastic border shrub. It has small green leaves that turn bright orange and red in the fall, and bright red berries after flowering. Lorin Nielsen will discuss tips for growing this low-lying ground cover.

A focused shot of various colored torenia

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Torenia

Torenia is a stunning addition to a shade garden. Whether you call it wishbone flower, clown flower, or any other name, our tips will help you grow it right. Lorin Nielsen is the expert who will help you get the best from these pretty annuals.

A close-up shot of a small composition of evergreen perennials, commonly known as candytuft

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Candytuft

Looking for a low-maintenance plant for borders, or a good erosion-control ground cover for areas with no foot traffic? Consider candytuft! Lorin Nielsen will take you through the conditions they need to flourish in the garden.