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There's always something new to learn about gardens and gardening!

Welcome to Empress of Dirt's Two Minutes in the Garden. In bite-sized informative updates—two minutes and some seconds each—we cover a wide range of topics from gardening basics to current research and assessing myths and folklore. Listen to all previous episodes below!

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Dec 28, 2020

Most places now have recycling programs for Christmas trees -- or you can try one of the 25 creative projects from our list to put your tree to good use.

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Dec 23, 2020

It's no fun to shovel, and it can look lovely ... but is that blanket of snow good or bad for your plants?

NEW FROM Empress of Dirt: Easy Winter Composting in a Cold Climate


Dec 17, 2020

Lots of reports this year that Christmas trees have been harder to find. Also lots of questionable advice out there about the best ways to care for your tree.

NEW FROM Empress of Dirt: 6 Craft Recipes to Make Fake Snow


Dec 14, 2020

Holly is another of the popular plants of the Christmas season -- although they are considered to be invasive in many areas. And maybe just a little toxic too.

NEW FROM Empress of Dirt: How to Root Pothos Cuttings


Dec 11, 2020

Native to Mexico, poinsettias have been a symbol of Christmas for over 100 years. They can be kept as perennials ... and, no, they aren't actually poisonous.

MORE FROM Empress of Dirt: How to Make Poinsettias Rebloom as Houseplants