Traditionally, gothic gardens—now referred to as “goth” gardens—incorporated themes of death and decay. Whether it’s a garden filled with mystical, medicinal herbs, a crumbling, forgotten courtyard with a tragic history, or a vine-covered, winding … [Read more...]
Wildflower Seeds for Fall Planting: Tips and Tricks
As the crisp air of fall rolls in, it’s time to start thinking about wildflower planting. While summer may have been full of colorful blooms, fall is when seasoned gardeners prep for next year’s glory — ever noticed how wildflowers in nature scatter … [Read more...]
Fall Is the Time to Plant Trees & Shrubs
Fall is a great time to plant trees and shrubs in your garden, however, it is important to properly plant them so they will be healthy for many years. Continued: … [Read more...]
Blossom-End Rot of Tomato
Blossom-end rot of tomato is a physiological disease that is characterized by a large, brown to black, dry, leathery area at the blossom end of the tomato fruit. Read More: Source: … [Read more...]
Heat and dry weather pose problems for landscape plants
During hot, dry weather, gardeners should water properly and evaluate susceptible landscape plants, according to Virginia Cooperative Extension experts. High temperatures, combined with dry weather, pose a threat to Virginia’s home landscapes. … [Read more...]
Pruning Flowering Shrubs
The correct time to prune your flowering shrubs depends on when they flower. Read more: SOURCE: … [Read more...]
Narcissus: The Daffodil
Daffodils are among the happiest flowers to grace our gardens with bright yellow, white, pink, or orange colors. Plant in fall to enjoy this harbinger of spring. Read more: Source: … [Read more...]
Planning a Moonlight Garden
Planting a moonlight garden, or “moon garden”, is a multi-sensory, three-dimensional project. It involves light-reflecting plant colors and hardscaping, scent, sound, and attracting nighttime pollinators. Read more: … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Guide to Planting Spring Bulbs
Learn when to plant spring bulbs, how to choose the best bulbs, and how to plant bulbs. Continued: Source: … [Read more...]
Understanding Shade: How to Create the Ultimate Shade Garden
Shade can be challenging to some, and over the years as a landscape designer, I have received questions from clients on what to plant in the more shaded areas of their property. My response always is, “You can achieve a beautiful shade garden by … [Read more...]