As temperatures rise and heatwaves grow more common, drought-tolerant spaces, such as rock gardens, are becoming increasingly important. They use natural-style designs to encourage resilient and hardy plants. Although these gardens are alluring, not all plants thrive in them. Consider leaving these seven plants at the store instead of growing them in your rock garden.
To savor the sweet taste of summer later, now is the time to plant melons, from watermelons to cantaloupes. The long-maturing fruits thrive in warm temperatures and get to setting young fruits. With patience and practice, we’ll get big, juicy watermelons as they peak late in the season.
Rock gardens are a dynamic study in contrasts, with cold surfaces softened by surrounding plants. The heightened visual interest and creative approach to challenging sites offers multiple rewards, from all-season appeal to waterwise techniques. Shade rock gardens make the plant selection all the more important. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines options for shady situations to thrive with a rocky base.
Many herbs are great for direct sowing in the garden. This easy way to grow takes a lot of the work out of the growing process, and brings stronger, more firmly rooted plants earlier in the season. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss for a list of herbs you can direct sow in June!
Think you need a sprawling garden to grow pumpkins? Think again. Growing pumpkins in containers is not only possible but also incredibly rewarding. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares practical tips for successfully growing pumpkins in pots, perfect for small spaces or patio gardens.
Few problems frustrate tomato growers more than watching promising flowers fall without producing fruit. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains the most common causes of tomato blossom drop, with practical solutions to maximize your harvest potential.
Sweet, spicy, and aromatic, it's not surprising that basil attracts a fair amount of attention from unwanted garden pests. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss is here to help you figure out what's leaving holes in your tasty basil leaves this season.
June is the month for LGBTQ+ Pride! No matter how you identify or who you love, Pride is a month to celebrate your life, your lovers, and your resilience in the face of challenges. Show the world you’re not afraid to be who you are with these seven rainbow designs, from gay gardener Jerad Bryant.
Epic Gardening founder and owner Kevin Espiritu tried seven different potato growing methods to see which is best. The answer may surprise you! Whether you have lots of space or a few containers, you can use these methods to grow abundant potato harvests.
If you’re growing dill in your garden, you may be wondering if you should let it bloom. Join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn if you should let dill flower.
Don’t let common strawberry invaders scoop your berry harvest this season. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines the top strawberry pests to scout for, as well as how to prevent and treat them, to gain the most of the sweet rewards.
Bushy, fragrant, and flavorful are perfect words to describe cilantro. This annual herb thrives in home gardens when the weather is cool and mild. Plant dozens of seeds throughout the growing season for a fresh supply all summer long!