Gardening is unpredictable, and no matter how much experience you have, there are always ways it can go wrong. Members of the Epic Gardening team share their gardening failures of the year and the lessons you can learn for next season.
With so many bulbs to choose from in the fall, how do you decide which is right for you? If you’re after something unusual and eye-catching, you’ll find the answer on this list. Gardening expert Madison Moulton lists 15 unusual bulbs you should plant in your garden this fall.
Do the botanical terms used in plant naming confuse you? You’re not alone. Many gardeners, particularly beginners, avoid the seemingly complicated world of plant names. But gardening expert Madison Moulton is here to simplify them, explaining the differences between terms to help you become a better gardener.
Bulb planting mistakes can negatively impact growth in spring, or worse, kill your bulbs before they even have the chance to establish. If you’re new to planting bulbs, make sure you avoid these 10 common mistakes this fall.
For stunning spring color, you can’t go wrong planting tulips. But if you want that color to last beyond the first year, it’s important to choose your tulips carefully. Gardening expert Madison Moulton lists 17 perennial tulips to try for continuous color.
Gardening in humid climates can be tough, but there are many ways to manage the moisture and keep your plants happy. Choosing the right plants and following disease prevention strategies are key to a thriving garden in high humidity. Follow this comprehensive guide to understand how humidity affects plants and what you should do about it.
Powdery mildew is a common disease that can strike your garden in spring and summer. Roses are a common victim, especially when they are stressed due to lack of water or sunlight. Gardening expert Madison Moulton provides 10 tips you can use to treat powdery mildew on roses.
Harvesting herbs may seem self-explanatory, but even experienced gardeners can make mistakes that affect not only the health of their plants but the flavors of the herbs they are harvesting too. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares common herb harvesting mistakes you might be making and how to avoid them.
As the weather starts to cool in fall, you may think the worst of your pest and disease problems are over. Unfortunately, there are still several diseases that appreciate the cooler weather. Gardening expert Madison Moulton lists nine common garden diseases to watch out for as the season changes, along with tips to prevent and manage them.
Petunias are stunning when they are in flower, a great addition to any summer garden. However, they are not without their problems, one of the most common of which is leggy growth. Gardening expert Madison Moulton gives you five solutions to try on your leggy petunias.
Houseplants are a great beginner-friendly way to get children excited about gardening. But not all houseplants are suitable for the job. Gardening expert Madison Moulton lists the best kid-friendly houseplants for young green thumbs.
Did your lush squash leaves slowly turn a powdery white over time? You’re probably dealing with a common squash disease, powdery mildew. In this guide, gardening expert Madison Moulton explains why the leaves on your squash are turning white and what you should do about it.