How to Winter Sow Milkweed in 7 Easy Steps
If you want to grow milkweed from seed, winter sowing is one of the easiest methods. Join farmer and native plant enthusiast Briana Yablonski to learn how to winter sow milkweed in a few easy steps.
5 Seed Germination Methods To Try This Season
It’s seed-starting season! Or nearly so, depending on your climate, selections, and sowing preference. Some species benefit from specific elements to spur germination, and we can replicate these to accelerate conditions in our setups. Garden expert Katherine Rowe looks at seed germination methods to explore now for a jumpstart on spring growing.
What’s Wrong With My ZZ Plant? 5 Problems and Fixes
ZZ plants are rugged and adaptable houseplants, but they aren’t immune to cultural imbalances that cause stress. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in exploring common issues for the architectural tropicals and how to remedy them for a return to health.
9 Best Containers to Use for Seed-Starting
Are you preparing for your ultimate garden this year? It all starts with picking the right containers for the job. In this article, horticulture expert Matt Dursum shows you the best containers to use for seed-starting.
13 Herbs to Grow From Seed in January for Spring Harvests
In moderate climates, late January is prime for starting select herbs from seed indoors, and cold climate growers benefit from winter sowing. Seed starting gives seedlings a headstart on healthy roots and leafy growth for a harvest that begins in spring. Garden expert Katherine Rowe explores herbs to start this month relative to your climate’s frost date and garden plans.
Are Local Nurseries Dying? What it Means For Gardeners
Local garden centers are a community hub of knowledge, resources, and healthy plants suited to our growing areas. With a resurgence in gardening and more of us growing, now is the time for access to sound information and good supplies. Explore the merits of local nurseries and how to create well-rounded garden systems with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
Don’t Make These 11 Winter Sowing Mistakes This Season
Beat the cold with winter sowing! This method takes advantage of natural outdoor temperatures and common household items, making it perfect for beginner and experienced gardeners alike. Seasoned grower Jerad Bryant shares 11 mistakes you’ll want to avoid while sowing seeds in the winter.
15 Best Fairy Garden Plants: Create an Enchanting Atmosphere
Creating a fairy garden is a lovely project to work on with kids or on your own! There are many small and whimsical plants that add enchantment and magic to this sweet little space. Gardener and mom Melissa Strauss shares some of the fanciful plants you can add to your pixie hollow.
9 Gardening Failures We’ve Learned From This Year
Gardening is unpredictable, and no matter how much experience you have, there are always ways it can go wrong. Members of the Epic Gardening team share their gardening failures of the year and the lessons you can learn for next season.
13 New Gardening Trends for 2025
As we ring in the new year, our thoughts shift from celebrating holidays to getting back in the garden. As we head into 2025, it looks like we will see an exciting melding of new, innovative ideas with the nostalgic value of simpler times. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to talk about some of the exciting trends that we hope to see more of this year!
11 Fun Winter Gardening Projects to Cure Cabin Fever
Itching for spring? Winter snow and rain may have you dreaming of sunny days. Try one of these fun projects to get excited for the upcoming growing season. Naturalist Jerad Bryant shares 11 activities you can do to ease your cabin fever.
13 Houseplants That Are Prone to Collecting Dust
Houseplants collecting dust is a good thing! It means your plants are healthy specimens that hold onto their leaves for a long time, though they may require dustings throughout the year to grow their best. Houseplant collector Jerad Bryant shares these 13 species that often collect dust indoors.