Floriography simply means the language of flowers. Every flower holdsa different meaning based on its species, color or both. Read more: Source: … [Read more...]
Native and Invasive Plant Legislation in the 2024 General Assembly
The Virginia General Assembly convened January 10, 2024 and several bills were introduced in the Senate and House of Delegates that deal with native and invasive plants. MORE … [Read more...]
Planning the Vegetable Garden
Plan the garden on paper first. Draw a map showing the arrangement and spacing of your crops. To keep the garden growing all season, make a spring, summer, and fall garden plan. Read more: … [Read more...]
NC State Extension Master Gardener Volunteers Assist Pollinator Research
As the perils facing pollinators continue to rise, many people want to know what they can do in their home landscapes to protect them. In addition to planting pollinator-friendly plants that provide nectar and pollen resources, how you manage plants … [Read more...]
How to Identify Oak Trees Using Acorns
Although there are many ways you can identify each oak, the trees’ acorns are a great indication of species. By looking at the acorn’s shape, color, and size, you’ll be able to identify which oak species it came from. Continued: Source: … [Read more...]
Garlic Production for the Gardener
Garlic (Allium sativum) is a hardy perennial member of the onion family. Garlic is probably native to Central Asia but has long been naturalized in southern Europe and throughout the world. Read on: Source: University of Georgia Extension … [Read more...]
Fall leaves – to bag or not? Turf experts explain why mulching leaves is a better solution
October is peak season for admiring fall foliage and soon those leaves will begin to fall, if they haven’t already done so. Before you start to clean them up, Virginia Tech turf experts suggest that you try a different approach instead of bagging and … [Read more...]
Bring houseplants indoors before the first frost
As fall draws near, it’s time to bring houseplants inside for winter. Read more: Source: … [Read more...]
Growing Garlic – Fall Planting
Fall is the time to plan a garlic bed. This article discusses planting methods and care. Read on: … [Read more...]
Cole Crop Plants – When To Plant Cole Crops
Cole crops are a common sight in the home garden, especially in cooler weather, but some gardeners may not know what cole crops are. Whether you know what cole crop plants are or not, chances are you enjoy them on a regular basis. … [Read more...]