Even though lawns have been a part of American culture for generations, we are now in an era in which dramatic declines in pollinators (loss of natural habitat) and climate change (more extreme weather events) make a compelling case to think … [Read more...]
Avian Influenza Outbreak: Should You Take Down Your Bird Feeders?
Because of the duration of this outbreak, its recent spread to mammal species, and widespread mortalities in some types of wild birds, there has been concern about whether it’s safe for people to feed wild birds. Continued: SOURCE: … [Read more...]
Spring ephemerals for the garden
Spring ephemerals are shade plants that emerge and flower in late winter and spring and complete their life cycle early, fading away once trees leaf out and the ground dries up. Read More: SOURCE: … [Read more...]
Weed Alert: Tree-of Heaven
Now is the time to identify and control this invasive tree to minimize re-growth. Check out our weed alert for More Information: SOURCE: … [Read more...]
Weed Alert: Lesser Celandine
Now is the time to identify and control this invasive plant. Check out our weed alert on Lesser Celandine (Ficaria verna) for More Information: SOURCE: … [Read more...]
Grocery Store Starts
We are all for reducing waste, and one way you can do this in the garden is by turning your kitchen scraps into food-producing plants. Read more: SOURCE: … [Read more...]
Why does my houseplant have brown leaf tips and edges?
Brown leaf tips or edges can happen on any indoor plant but are common on some species like spider plant and dracaena. Trimming the brown portions off the leaves with a scissors can improve appearance, but new browning will occur if the root cause … [Read more...]
Potting soils and seed-starting mixes for your garden
March is the month when smart gardeners gear-up for the growing season by starting vegetable and flowering seedlings. One important factor that will determine the degree of success is the potting media. Read more: SOURCE: … [Read more...]
Virginia’s Home Garden Vegetable Planting Guide
Selecting appropriate planting dates is a critical component of successful vegetable gardening. Vegetables vary widely in their preferred growing conditions and tolerance to temperature extremes, both cold and hot. Read More: SOURCE: … [Read more...]
Grow Indoors Successfully: The Best Lighting Guide
Making a small investment in a good grow light can make a world of difference in what you can accomplish as an indoor gardener. Continued: SOURCE: … [Read more...]