Do you need a privacy hedge, noise barrier, or a shrub that can quickly fill a space in the garden? We have just the thing! Here, gardening expert Melissa Strauss lists 21 of her favorite fast-growing shrubs with aesthetic appeal.| Epic Gardening
Looking for a perennial shrub that is low maintenance, pollinator-friendly, wildlife-friendly, and interesting? As a new gardener or even seasoned landscaper, including shapely, fast-growing, prolific plants is a must, and the American beautyberry is one plant that can hold its own in the landscape. Interested in this overlooked landscape plant? Let gardening and flower expert Taylor Sievers share the benefits and care tips for the unique and beautiful American beautyberry.| Epic Gardening
Looking for some fall bloomers to add to your pollinator garden? Fall is an especially important time to make sure pollinators have enough food to sustain them for the winter. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares some of her favorite fall-blooming pollinator plants and their native ranges.| Epic Gardening
Are you looking for some perennials that will thrive on a little neglect? There are plenty of options to choose from, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Kelli Klein shares some of her favorite perennial flowers that will grow just fine if you don't pay as much attention to them as you do other more high-maintenance plants.| Epic Gardening
Blazing star (Liatris spp.) flowers are spectacular additions to a perennial wildflower garden. Part of the fun of growing blazing stars is waiting for those flowers to emerge and brighten the garden, attracting many pollinators. Gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will discuss all things blazing star, so you will know a little about what to expect while waiting for your Liatris to bloom.| Epic Gardening
Is your winter garden giving you the blues? There are many plants you can add to your garden to provide growing-season and winter interest. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares 31 of her favorite plants to provide winter interest in your garden.| Epic Gardening
Are you looking for some shade-friendly native plants to add to your garden this season? There are many native species that can thrive in the shade. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares some of her favorites, with names and pictures of each!| Epic Gardening
Looking for some drought tolerant native plants to add to your garden this season? Check out this huge list of some of our favorites!| Epic Gardening
Are you looking for a native wildflower that’s easy to grow, beautiful, and highly attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds? Wild bergamot is a minty-scented perennial that would make a fine addition to any garden setting. In this article, gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will discuss the proper care and maintenance of these prolific and showy plants.| Epic Gardening
Are you looking for some plants that can survive dry climates, and still bring plenty of pollinators to your yard or garden? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her favorite pollinator-friendly plants that can bring plenty of pollinators to your dry climate garden!| Epic Gardening
Blazing star plants are beautiful, easy-to-grow native wildflowers. Blazing star flowers are excellent for attracting pollinators and look great when grown in any perennial wildflower setting, including cottage gardens, butterfly gardens, and even rock gardens. In this article, gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will discuss the proper care and maintenance of these spectacular plants.| Epic Gardening
How do you keep aphids, hornworms, and other garden pests in check without nasty sprays or tedious hand-picking? Nature’s ancient food webs can help you create a self-regulated garden that acts like a natural ecosystem. Biocontrol, or biological control, is a pest-control method using natural predators and other organisms to keep pests in check.| Epic Gardening
Are you looking for some native perennial wildflowers to grow in your garden? Direct seeding in fall gives you a head start on beautiful spring blooms! Starting new perennials from seed is both economical and enjoyable. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen introduces 11 native perennial wildflowers you can sow this fall.| Epic Gardening
Have you ever wondered about the benefits of growing yarrow in your garden? Yarrow is both easy to grow and quite beneficial for the home gardener. In this article, gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will introduce you to 11 wonderful benefits of yarrow!| Epic Gardening
Milkweed is a beautiful genus of plants that are of great importance to pollinators, and especially to the Monarch butterfly. In this article, gardening expert and pollinator enthusiast Melissa Strauss shares some of her favorite species of Milkweed plants that are native to the United States.| Epic Gardening
