How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Cherokee Purple Tomatoes
If you’re craving delectable purple heirloom tomatoes, former organic farmer Logan Hailey has all the tips you need for thriving ‘Cherokee Purple’ plants!
11 Cures For Unhappy Houseplants
Issues with environmental conditions, care, or simply age can lead to a range of symptoms that make your houseplant look unhappy. Houseplant expert Madison Moulton gives you 11 cures to bring your houseplants back to good health.
39 Seeds to Plant in Fall for Spring Blooms
Are you itching to spend time in the garden in the cool fall weather? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss discusses what flower seeds to plant in the fall for a bounty of spring-blooming plants.
How to Plant, Grow, and Care For Chokeberry
Are you looking for an easy-to-grow native shrub with excellent fall color and wildlife value? Chokeberry has visual appeal throughout the growing season: showy white flowers in the spring, clusters of small fruits throughout the summer and fall, and beautiful late-season foliage. In this article, gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will discuss the proper care and maintenance of these interesting and useful shrubs.
How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Asiatic Lilies
Want to know more about Asiatic lilies and how to care for them? Are you looking to inject the landscape with bold color and unusual foliage? In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros breaks down the genus and discusses everything you need to know about growing Asiatic lilies.
Sow These 19 Seeds With Us In September!
The milder days of September are the perfect time to sow fall and winter crops. If you want summer’s delicious harvests to continue into the cold months, check out what you can plant now to extend your season. Here are some of the seeds the Epic crew and friends are planting this September!
Companion Planting Gone Wrong: 21 Planting Combinations to Avoid
Not everyone is meant to be paired together. In gardens, just as in life, some companions simply don’t work out. Companion planting is a great way to improve yields, save space, and reduce pest pressure, but some planting combinations can be detrimental to the growth of one or both crops.
Myth or Truth: Will Ivy Destroy the Exterior of Your Home?
Thinking of planting some ivy or buying a home with ivy-covered walls? Have you heard horror stories about aggressive climbing vines burrowing into bricks and siding? In this article, landscape designer Liz Jaros examines the controversy surrounding exterior ivy, takes a closer look at the most common varieties, and offers suggestions for preventing damage to your home.
How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Wisteria
Are you wooed by wisteria? This robust plant boasts enchanting flowers that are hard to resist! In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago outlines everything you need to know about caring for wisteria and varieties to try in your garden!
37 Hardy Perennials For Difficult Climates
Are you searching for plants that can handle drought, heat, or cold? Depending on your climate, you can choose from quite a few plants. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago gives insight and ideas on 37 hardy perennials that thrive in challenging climates.
14 Beautiful Edible Shrubs for Your Garden
Foodscaping has gained momentum in recent years as gardeners combine ornamental plants with edibles. Here, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares 14 beautiful edible shrubs that lay a foundation for your edible garden.
What Can You Plant Near Black Walnut Trees?
Are you struggling to keep other plants alive under the canopy of your black walnut tree? There’s a good reason for that. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss explains why this occurs and what you can plant near these trees!