February is a unique time for plants. Most areas of North America have snow or ice, while others have mild temperatures and occasional rainfall. When and how much you should water depends on the plants you’re growing, their location, and your climate. Let’s dive in!
If you're looking for a low-maintenance climbing vine that will look great in your moon garden, look no further than moonflower. The name says a lot, but gardening expert Melissa Strauss has more details about this great plant, along with instructions on how to plant and grow your very own moonflower from seed!
Zinnias are many gardeners’ favorite flowers thanks to their easy-to-grow nature and repeat blooms. However, they still require proper attention and care! Join flower farmer Briana Yablonski to learn how to grow zinnias from seed.
Do you want to grow juicy and delicious berries this year? Try growing these nutritious and easy-to-grow plants in your favorite containers. In this article, plant expert Matt Dursum dives into the best containers and pots for growing berries.
Owning a nursery is a labor of love and a dream job mixed with tireless, rewarding, challenging work. The best nurseries share a wealth of resources through passion and quality plants. We go behind the scenes with Kevin, Epic Gardening’s founder, as he visits City Farmers Nursery in San Diego, in business for half a century.
No matter which type of philodendron you’re growing, it’s susceptible to pests. Small critters like aphids, spider mites, and thrips can suck the plant's sap and cause its decline. Join plant expert Briana Yablonski to learn how to identify and treat a handful of common philodendron pests.
If you’re considering reducing your lawn or refreshing bare areas where turf isn’t thriving, vigorous, low-growing perennials are ready to stand in. From matting groundcovers to mounding forms, easy-to-grow plants replace the lawn with seasonal appeal and ecological services. Explore top performers to meet your growing conditions with garden expert Katherine Rowe.
Seedlings mature quickly, evolving from tiny seeds to mature plants in weeks! It’s best to repot them before they grow rootbound so they continue sprouting healthy root systems. Watch for these five signs that signal your plants need a repot—wait too long and they may suffer!
Raised garden beds hold lots of soil! Instead of filling them with expensive potting mixes, try using one of these materials. They’re budget-friendly alternatives that work well as substitutes; many are available in your backyard! Seasoned grower Jerad Bryant shares five cheap methods for filling raised beds.
It can be a challenge to find specimens of some rare and unusual plants. It's usually easier and less costly to find seeds. Here are some unique and hard-to-find cultivars that you can grow from seeds this month!
Soaking seeds before planting can help kickstart germination and boost growth. But that doesn't apply to all seeds. Gardening expert Madison Moulton lists 15 seeds you should never soak before planting.
The world’s most expensive spice is more valuable than most metals! It’s a ground-up powder that comes from a specific flower’s parts. Epic Gardening founder Kevin Espiritu grew them successfully in his garden! Learn how he did it so you can replicate the process in your garden.