Here are some tips from Wildflower Center horticulturists for promoting healthy growth of your new plants: https://www.wildflower.org/learn/how-to/care-for-your-new-plants A note from Bedford Extension Master Gardener KathyN: The Lady Bird … [Read more...]
Automatic Watering for Raised Beds
Shame on…me. For ten frivolous years (2008-2018) I relied on an oscillating sprinkler to irrigate the 12 raised beds in my Kitchen Garden. Of course, this same sprinkler watered the paths between the beds. It watered the air, too, whenever the wind … [Read more...]
June Calendar of Events
LOCAL EVENTS June 6, 2019 The Final Salute: D-Day Plus 75 Years marks the 75th Anniversary of D-Day, a milestone that is expected to represent the last large gathering of D-Day veterans around the globe. 10am - 9pm. Events are planned … [Read more...]
American Rose Society Information
The American Rose Society (established 1892) exists to promote the culture, preservation and appreciation of the Rose and to improve its standard of excellence for all people, through education and research. Our members have the Rose … [Read more...]
June 1: Hometown Habitat Event
Come to this free event on Saturday June 1st! … [Read more...]
So Many Events In May!
Such an exciting time! May brings with it an abundance of new growth, garden chores and events to go to! Make time to check out a few of the activities that our area has to offer. Enjoy! May 1 MAY DAY Apr 27-May 4 HISTORIC GARDEN … [Read more...]
Environmental Lawn Care Calendar
This all-in-one article includes tips and information for the year-round care of cool-season species of grass ( fescue, bluegrass, ryegrass) in the Bedford, Virginia area. Published by Bedford County Extension Agent, Scott Baker. January … [Read more...]
April Events Calendar
Spring is here, and isn't it wonderful?! This month is chock full of special events! Don't miss anything. Check out the list below, invite a friend and plan now... See you our BAMGA plant sale on Saturday, April 27th. Happy, digging, … [Read more...]
10 Garden Ideas to Steal from Superstar Dutch Designer Piet Oudolf
If the world of gardening has rock stars, Piet Oudolf qualifies as Mick Jagger, David Bowie, and Prince rolled into one. The Dutch landscape designer—whose work is instantly recognizable for its dreamy romanticism and oft-copied for its emphasis on … [Read more...]
2019 Herb of the Year: Anise Hyssop
Although we are enjoying Hops, which is (was) Herb of the Year 2018, we are gearing up for Agastache, Herb of the Year for 2019. Agastache includes other herbs besides anise hyssop (some even mint scented), however I am concentrating on the … [Read more...]