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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.

Close-up of small, evenly cut, moist cubes sitting in a tray, each with neat, compacted square shapes, rich brown and textured, waiting for seeds to be placed inside, while the metallic pressing tool rests on the surface.

Seeds

How to Make Soil Blocks: Tools and Recipes

Soil blocking is a seed-starting technique beloved by flower and vegetable gardeners around the world. Learn how to make your own soil blocks in this detailed guide by horticultural expert Sarah Jay.

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Herbs

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Jerusalem Sage

Jerusalem sage is a flowering shrub that hummingbirds adore, and we do too! Known as Phlomis fruticosa, it has gray foliage and bright yellow flowers, which can also be used in the kitchen as a herb. Sarah Jay will explain this in-depth guide for growing it in your garden.