Epic Gardening: Daily Growing Tips And Advice

Chip on board (COB) LEDs are exploding onto the hydroponics scene right now. Learn what they are and why they're becoming so popular. Full article here: COB LED Grow Lights Explained and Reviewed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're having trouble propagating, you might not be using rooting hormone. Find out what it is, the different types that exist, and the best ones to buy. Learn More: Rooting Hormones Explained and Reviewed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're looking into hose nozzles in today's episode...fascinating, right? Well, you should buy one that lasts. Here's a quick episode on the different types to choose. Full buyer's guide found here: Hose Nozzles and Sprayers: A Complete Buyer’s Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode is a primer on aquaponics. If you're curious about it and want to give it a try, check out today's explainer episode. Learn more about aquaponics on Epic Gardening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many people are mistaken about how to care for air plants, probably because of their confusing name! Learn exactly how to grow them in today's episode. Keep growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's question comes from Kathleen, who wonders how to get started growing houseplants. We go into lighting, soil, and a few good recommendations. Read more about houseplants on Epic Gardening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the most common questions I get about Deep Water Culture (DWC) systems is, "How far above the nutrient solution should I place the net pot?" I finally decided to answer this question once and for all! Keep growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If the phrase "air pruning" sounds like gardening black magic to you, tune in! Today's episode covers this unique pruning method, which might be the key to saving your houseplants! Keep growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever opened up your compost tumbler or turned your pile, only to find it full of maggots? Fear not! In today's episode we cover if they're good, bad, or neutral for your compost and what you should do about them! Keep growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode comes from my friend Randy Williams, a retired farmer. He sent me 6 weird gardening ideas to try this season, and I'm excited to share them with you as well! Keep growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you have soil that's better suited for pottery? Fear not! There are plenty of ways to improve clay soil so you can garden successfully. Keep growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's question comes from Jonny, who just planted a bunch of sunflowers in his front yard! We go into exactly when to harvest the delicious seeds, as well as two different methods to use. Keep growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Overwatering is one of the biggest reasons new gardeners kill their plants. Learn the 5 most common symptoms of overwatering so you can catch and prevent it early. Keep growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buying plants at the nursery can get expensive, especially if you have a large garden to plant! Save money and learn more by starting your own seeds for cheap. Read the article: A Simple Guide to Starting Seeds for Hydroponics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peanuts are not nuts, but legumes...did you know that? If you didn't, you probably also don't know how peanuts grow (hint: they grow weird). In today's episode. learn how to plant them. Give them a try this year! Keep growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

These plump, juicy-red delicious treats are a garden staple...but how do you fertilize them to get maximum yield? Find out in today's episode. Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apples have been around for 6,000 years...but can you eat crabapples? It's a common question that not many people know the answer to...until now. Read the article: Can You Eat Crab Apples? A Simple Guide To This Ornamental Fruit Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've ever been in a garden center and stood there confused on the difference between these similar sounding soil additives, you're not alone. Today's episode explains what perlite and vermiculite are and when to use each in the garden. Read the article: Perlite vs Vermiculite: What’s the Difference? Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every year growers come out with cool, unique varieties of peppers to try. This episode looks at 8 of my favorite picks for 2017 from J&L Gardens. Read the article: Bring on the Sizzle This Summer 8 New Hot Peppers for 2017 Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aquaponics can be even more complex than hydroponics, which is why it's a good idea to pick up a book or two when you're getting started. Here's a list of my personal favorites. Read the article: Best Aquaponics Books, Resources, Blogs, and Videos Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices