15 Seeds You Should Never Soak Before Planting
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.
We Grew the World’s Most Expensive Spice: Here’s What Happened
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.
How to Take Care of Bare-Root Plants Until Planting Time
Bare-root plants are superb alternatives to container specimens. They establish themselves quickly, grow well with less water, and are more cold-hardy. Though ideal for planting, they are only available when the weather is chilly, moist, and frosty. If you can’t plant them now, learn to keep them safe until you’re ready.
We Tested 8 Weird Gardening Tools: Our Surprising Results
We all have tried, true, and tested tools we love to use. Though it’s good to stick with what works, it’s nice to test out new tech! Epic Gardening founder Kevin Espiritu and the Garden Hermit Jacques Lyakov tried these 8 weird tools so you don’t have to. Let’s see their results!
How to Find and Choose High-Quality Seeds: 13 Things to Look For
Purchasing high-quality seeds could be the most important step in creating a thriving garden. In this article, plant expert Matt Dursum shows you how to find and choose high-quality seeds for this year’s harvest.
17 Seeds You Should Start Now for March Transplanting
March is chilly, wet, and stormy in many temperate regions of the U.S. Though some areas have mild winters without frost, most experience latent spring freezes until well into April. These 17 plants are cold-hardy and transplant well, making them perfect for seed starting in March.
How Seed Soaking Affects Seed Germination
It's just about springtime, and we are starting our seeds for the spring garden. Some benefit from special treatment, like pre-soaking them. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss explores how this affects your seeds and how to do it.
How To Use Coconut Coir: 13 Expert Tips
Are you wondering how to use coconut coir in your garden? This natural gardening product has many uses and benefits. In this article, gardening expert Matt Dursum gives you expert tips on how to use it in your gardening projects.
When to Do the First Lawn Mow of the Season: 11 Considerations
As winter evolves into spring, lawns begin pushing out fresh new growth! The grass blades turn from gray, yellow, or brown to bright green. Though the lawn is growing, is now a good time to cut it? Let’s first dive into these 11 considerations before deciding. How early to mow depends on your climate, lawn type, and how you treat your grass.
11 Survival Garden Crops to Grow from Seed in February
What is a survival garden crop? These veggies and herbs offer superb nutritional value, easy cultivation, and unlimited harvests. They’re perfect for gardeners who want to substitute grocery store trips for homegrown produce. Join backyard gardener Jerad Bryant as we delve into the 11 survival crops to sow in February.
A Beginner’s Guide to Grow Lights
Grow lights turn the darkest room into a tropical paradise! They’re essential for seed starting, winter houseplant care, and other fun horticultural activities. Keep one in storage—you’ll never know when you may need it. Longtime plant light user Jerad Bryant shares all you need to know to get started.
13 Trees You Should Buy Bare-Root
Bare-root trees perform well in the home garden! They’re easy to transplant, requiring less maintenance than their potted counterparts. Find them in fall or early spring while plants are dormant. Join native plant gardener Jerad Bryant in discovering the 13 trees you should buy bare-root.