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Read on for 11 white aster varieties that are sure to add interest to beds, borders, large containers, meadows, rockeries, and woodlands. The aster is a flowering plant in the large Asteraceae family that includes the chrysanthemum, dahlia, and daisy. Its flower heads consist of radiating rays around a dense central disk of tiny florets. You may be familiar with the blue, pink, and purple shades commonly found in late summer to fall gardens....

By Bethany Hayes Winter squashes are one of the few foods that will last for months just the way that they are without any extra preservation method needed. To store squash for the months to come, you first have to try curing squash, which is a lot easier than you might think. Growing up, I spent a lot of time reading Little House in the Big Woods, and one of the scenes that I remember well is Laura and Mary playing in the attic, surrounded by large pumpkins, squash, and other foods that their parents preserved....

The cutworm is a pervasive pest that slices through plant stems much like scissors. Cut worms are the larvae of cutworm moths. These insect pests have many hosts, but all come from night-flying moths in the Noctuidae family. These moths sweep in at night to lay their eggs, resulting in significant crop damage. Table of Contents Because there are many different kinds of cutworm species, we at Epic Gardening have dedicated a piece to the most common species....

Pak choi is a cabbage family plant that grows best in moderately cool weather like other brassicas. It is one of the varieties of Asian greens and is also known as Chinese white cabbage. If you too want to grow this quick-growing vegetable, then here’s all the information on Growing Pak Choi in Containers. USDA Zones: 3-11, pak choi is a biennial crop in its favorable climate but can be grown as an annual in all the zones....

It could be frustrating to see Geranium Leaves Turning Yellow & Brown. Whenever it happens, the obvious thing to ask is why it is happening? Is there any solution to the problem? Fortunately, yes! Let’s have a look at them in detail. Here’s all you need to know about growing Geranium! Why Your Geranium Leaves are Turning Yellow & Brown? If you are growing a true Geranium, then it won’t be exposed to such problems as the plant is hardy and pretty much disease and pest-resistant as compared to the Pelargonium....

Growing basil is pretty darn simple, and oh so rewarding! In this post, you’ll learn all you need to know about basil care. Including detailed instructions for planting, sunlight, watering, fertilizer, soil, harvesting, and more! Basil is a common ingredient in many dishes, and a staple in most kitchen spice racks. But what’s better than buying it from the grocery store? Growing your own! I’ve been growing herbs for as long as I can remember, and this is one that I always make sure I have plenty of....

Houseplants Pothos plants have become some of the most popular indoor plants over the last several years. They are hardy plants, and are very easy to care for. With that being said, overwatering and underwatering is often the leading cause of death for new plant owners. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey examines how much water your pothos plant needs, and what's considered overwatering or underwatering. By Logan Hailey Last updated: February 18, 2022 | 10 min read Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) is one of the most popular houseplants on the planet....

As you probably know, pollinators like bees are responsible for pollination in plants, and therefore super important for growing vegetables. But if you’re wondering “how do I attract bees to my vegetable garden?” Let me tell you a little story that really drove this point home for me… Why Aren’t My Vegetables Growing? A long time ago, when I was a newbie gardener, I read an article that a woman wrote about how, when she first started out gardening, she had never been a fan of flower gardening....

If you grow tomatoes in your home garden, chances are you’ll be staking them sooner or later. Tomatoes need support. Why? Because most tomato varieties are likely to grow tall. Unlike cucumbers that climb on their own using tendrils, tomatoes can’t be left to their own devices. This is true for determinate plants as well as indeterminate types. And although it can be a hassle, with a little bit of work tomato supports bring multiple benefits....

Watching your favorite plants get infected with diseases is not a good feeling. However, it is essential to get rid of them to save the environment and other plants. Here are the best tips on How to Dispose of Diseased Plants Safely that you can follow. Get to know some potent ant killer recipes for your garden here! How to Dispose of Diseased Plants and Damaged Parts? 1. Bury them Deep One of the safest options to dispose of plant parts is to bury them deep in the soil....

In this article, we’ll discuss all you need to know to grow and care for your own artillery plant indoors. Pilea microphylla Ornamental artillery plant, Pilea microphylla, aka gunpowder or pistol plant, military fern, or rockweed, is an herbaceous perennial. It is one of about 600 types of non-stinging Pilea species in the Urticaceae, or nettle family. This tropical species thrives outdoors year-round in Zones 11 to 12 as a short-lived evergreen perennial....

By Jennifer Poindexter Do you love chives? They’re one of my favorite plants. Chives are gorgeous to look at and have a wonderful flavor. What makes them even better is they can be grown indoors. You read that correctly. Now, you can grow chives in the convenience of your home. If you’re interested in having this gorgeous herb as part of your home décor, you’re in the right place. I’ll walk you through how you can properly grow this herb....

Impatiens Basics Impatiens are an annual flower that comes in a large variety of colors, including pink, blue, yellow, red, white and purple. Old-fashioned types are fairly tall, up to two feet, but the more common modern impatiens available are as short as six inches from the ground and more compact, spanning 10 or 12 inches around. They are liked by many gardeners for their shade tolerance. For the best coloring of impatiens flowers, they need filtered light or partial shade, as direct or full sun will fade the blooms....

Continue reading to learn about how to grow winter cabbage in your garden. If you want to pull fresh vegetables from your winter garden, consider planting late-season cabbage. Most varieties of this Brassica can survive a light frost, but some cultivars tolerate temperatures as low as 20ºF. Some varieties of green and red types are particularly cold hardy. However, napa cabbage cultivars tend to be less tolerant of below-freezing temperatures....

Harvesting chives sounds easy, but it can be tricky if you’re not sure how to do it. When I was a newbie, I thought I needed to dig up each individual bulb (like the green onions you buy at the grocery store). My plants are mature and very dense, making the task of digging up only a few bulbs pretty much impossible. When I tried it, there was so much woody old growth included, I couldn’t even eat them....

Trees Thinking of adding a Melaleuca Tree to your home landscape or garden area? This tree can be considered invasive due to it's extremely fast growth rates, and quickly expanding roots. You'll want to consider all the facts before adding one of these trees to your home or garden. Find out all you need to know about planting, growing, and caring for this majestic tree. By Jason White Last updated: March 4, 2022 | 10 min read Have you been eyeing the Melaleuca Quinquenervia also known as “Paperbark” to spruce up your garden?...

This herbaceous perennial has an amazing variety of uses, from improving soil health, to attracting pollinators, and even fertilizing other plants. It is also a long utilized herbal support for wound healing and treating other ailments. Symphytum spp. I am always looking for ways to gain the maximum benefit from the plants I grow. When I think about what species to welcome into my precious garden space, one question I like to ask myself is, “Does this plant serve more than one function?...

I once moved a rose that was in full bloom in the middle of summer, and it kept right on flowering like nothing had happened. On the off chance that the plant is impacted, it will likely only be for the short-term. Every time you walk down the sidewalk, that formerly petite rose you planted seems to reach out and grab you. Pruning can only go so far: It’s officially time to move that overgrown plant....

Have you ever been browsing in the succulent section of a garden center and discovered a pot with nothing more than a pair of flat-topped split rocks in it? If so, you may have discovered the lithops plant, an unusual African genus of succulent. Table of Contents Sometimes called split rocks or pebble plants, lithops living stone plants are extremely drought-resistant and are widely popular in low-water gardens in desert regions....

Philodendron Birkin plants are easy to grow, and don’t require any special care. In this post, I’ll tell you all you need to know in order to keep them thriving for years to come. The unique striped foliage of Philodendron Birkin makes it a beautiful addition to any indoor plant collection. It’s easy-to-care for nature also makes it ideal for beginners who want to bring more green into their homes....