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Nov 16, 2024 | 
epicgardening.com | Emily Estep |Sarah Jay
The decision of whether or not to repot your houseplant from its original plastic pot can be confusing. It’s tempting to look to the internet for easy answers and a rule of thumb, giving you a specific time frame to complete the task. However, similar to how houseplants are not watered at specific intervals—and should instead receive water as needed—there is no set time for how long your new pothos or fern should stay in its nursery pot.
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Nov 11, 2024 | 
epicgardening.com | Emily Estep |Sarah Jay
There’s just something special about raspberries. They’re sweet and tart at the same time, and they’re healthy, too, packed with antioxidants and fiber. The only problem is that they’re small and expensive, lasting only a few days in the fridge. Thankfully, it’s easy to grow your own. ‘Fall Gold’ raspberry bushes are just like regular raspberries, except the fruits are a beautiful shade of golden yellow.
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Nov 7, 2024 | 
epicgardening.com | Emily Estep |Sarah Jay
Schlumbergera russelliana, more commonly known as the Christmas cactus, is an epiphytic cactus that’s become a much-loved houseplant, blooming just in time for the holiday season. They make cheerful gifts, and because they’re so simple to care for, many families have an heirloom plant that they have appreciated for decades. Beyond their festive colors, their unusual growth habit stands out, as they don’t actually have leaves. Instead, they have that form in segments.
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Nov 1, 2024 | 
thesprucepets.com | Anna Mejorada |Nelva Bryant |Emily Estep |a Master
We independently evaluate all of our recommendations. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Developing a toothbrushing routine with your dog will help to reduce plaque and tartar buildup, freshen their breath, and prevent periodontal disease—the most commonly diagnosed health problem in dogs.
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Oct 29, 2024 | 
epicgardening.com | Emily Estep |Sarah Jay
Small Alocasia species are rapidly becoming some of the most popular houseplants, and it’s not hard to see why. They have bold, memorable leaves with unusual textures that stand out. They’re somewhat compact; and they don’t require much upkeep. Alocasia melo, aka Mythic® Dragonite™ alocasia, has dark leaves reminiscent of dark dragon scales. It’s rapidly becoming a houseplant staple. Once you get over the learning curve of soil and water for this indoor perennial, caring for it is a breeze.
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Oct 27, 2024 | 
epicgardening.com | Emily Estep |Sarah Jay
Shallots are understated both in the kitchen and in the garden. With flavors similar to a cross between garlic and onions, these small alliums pack an immense amount of flavor and add depth to any dish. There are multiple types available, and shallots are easy to grow. These cool-season crops grow best when planted in early spring or in late fall, but exactly when depends on multiple factors, including your region.
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Oct 26, 2024 | 
epicgardening.com | Emily Estep |Sarah Jay
Garden upkeep doesn’t stop just because the summer ends. There’s plenty to do in autumn, such as starting cool-weather crops, dividing perennials, and pickling all those peppers. Some gardeners already have spring on their minds, with plenty of ideas of what to do differently and what to try again. One major step you can take now in the fall to make your life much easier in spring is to test your soil, even if you aren’t growing anything in fall or winter.
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Oct 23, 2024 | 
epicgardening.com | Emily Estep |Sarah Jay
As the days get shorter and the temperature gets colder, most popular cut flower species, such as zinnias, salvias, and cosmos, begin to suffer. Your beautiful sunflower heads are probably drooping, if they haven’t already been stolen by squirrels. This time of year can be a total bummer if you’ve been enjoying fresh cut flowers all summer. Enter ornamental kale. Specifically, ‘Crane Red,’ a vertical cultivar that has smooth, blue-green outer leaves.
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Oct 21, 2024 | 
epicgardening.com | Emily Estep |Sarah Jay
There’s nothing more autumnal than growing your own pumpkins, whether you display them near your front door, carve them as jack-o-lanterns, or process them into pie. Among these fall traditions, you can also save their seeds for the next growing season. There are a handful of reasons why you may want to save your pumpkin seeds for next year, as tempting as it may be to roast and eat them instead. Perhaps you grew an A+ pumpkin that you’d really like to grow again next summer.
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Oct 17, 2024 | 
epicgardening.com | Emily Estep |Sarah Jay
Pears are delicious fruits with a unique texture, but you have to harvest them and store them properly to achieve the perfect balance. It’s not as easy as gathering berries off the vine when you can simply see that they’re ready to eat. To make things even more complicated, there are two major types of pears growing in the United States, in virtually the same growing zones: European and Asian types. The method for gathering these fruits is totally different, even if the plants look the same.
