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Sarah Jay

Sarah is a staff writer and content strategist at Epic Gardening. She spends most of her time researching and writing about native/adapted plants and the ecological systems that make up our growing climates.

A layer of bright green leaves with countless brown spots having various shades caused by disease

Plant Diseases

Brown Spots On Leaves: Causes and Solutions

If you've seen brown spot lesions on your plants, you're not alone. This incredibly common problem has many causes, from diseases to pest issues and more. Horticultural expert Sarah Jay explains the possible causes and how to fix the problem.

A shot of several developing papaya trees

Fruits

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Papaya Tree

The papaya tree is a lovely tropical tree with tasty fruit. Carica papaya fruit is rich in nutrients and aids in digestion. It is also a tasty option for fruit salads when ripe, in Thai cuisine when still green, and makes an excellent dried snack. Sarah Jay will got through an in-depth to share all you need to grow your own papayas at home.

A shot of several pumpkin varieties

Vegetables

Pumpkin Varieties: 90 Different Types of Pumpkin

Pumpkins are a fall favorite for many gardeners. But did you know there are hundreds of different types of pumpkins you can add to your garden this season? In this article, we take a deeper look at 91 different pumpkin varieties to help you find the perfect pumpkin cultivar for your home garden.