Plant These 15 Garden Crops in May
It's the magical month of May, and we are getting busy in the garden. There are so many great crops to plant this month. Join Florida gardener Melissa Strauss to hear about what the Epic crew is planting this May!
How to Grow Spring Vegetables in Containers: 5 Tips
Lettuce, chard, endive, radishes, carrots, and potatoes are some of the many spring vegetables you can grow in containers! With a proper start and setup, these crops will mature without issue. Container gardener Jerad Bryant shares five expert tips for maximum yields.
15 Garden Tasks To Do in May
We've made it to May, and the gardening season is underway! Is your yard ready for the season? Gardening expert Melissa Strauss has some tasks you should consider to get your space into tip-top growing condition.
How to Direct Sow Cucumbers in the Garden
Cucumber plants’ rapid growth and root sensitivity make them a great candidate for direct sowing. Join vegetable farmer Briana Yablonski to learn when and how to direct sow cucumber seeds in your garden.
19 Plants Voles Don’t Eat: Our Top Picks
Voles are troublesome rodents that eat tender crops, flowers, and herbs! They’re difficult to control once they’re present. Grow plants that they don’t like eating to prevent them from establishing in your yard. Seasoned grower Jerad Bryant shares 19 of the best ones to try.
15 Mother’s Day Gardening Gifts Your Mom Will Love
Do you know what your mom wants most for Mother's Day? If she loves to garden or hopes to get started, we have just the thing! Join Florida gardener Melissa Strauss for some perfect Mother's Day gift ideas for the special mamas in your life.
11 Plants Native to Mexico to Grow for Cinco de Mayo
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo by planting things in your garden that are native to Mexico! Join Florida gardener Melissa Strauss to take a look at some of the beautiful options.
15 Garden Plants You Almost Never Need to Water
As dry weather becomes more frequent and longer-lasting each summer, growing drought-tolerant plants is crucial in creating a durable, reliable, and low-maintenance garden. Try one of these garden plants that rarely need water; seasoned grower Jerad Bryant shares 15 of the best ones below.
How to Plant, Grow, and Care For ‘Jeana’ Garden Phlox
‘Jeana’ is the total package when it comes to perennials. This native cultivar has highly ornamental blooms that support pollinators and flowers for months. Superior disease resistance makes it a standout among more finicky varieties in the species. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores a new one to love among old garden favorites, ‘Jeana’ garden phlox.
13 Common Spring Weeds to Pull Before They Establish
Spring weeds sprout as the days lengthen and warm in late winter and early spring. Pull them now while they’re weak-rooted, and you’ll easily free the garden of weeds. Join native plant gardener Jerad Bryant in identifying and removing these 13 common spring weeds.
How to Create a Xeriscape Container Garden
Xeriscape container gardens bring all the rewards of a diverse display with the value of conserving water and resources. Less maintenance and daily watering mean more time to enjoy the show. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in exploring the components of a successful waterwise potted arrangement, adaptable to any scale.
19 Beautiful Nasturtium Varieties to Grow this Season
Nasturtiums are bright, beautiful, and useful, too! These beautiful flowering plants are a great addition to every home garden. Here are some of our favorite varieties to help you choose the perfect one (or two) for your space.