• Home
  • Main Menu
    • About Us
    • Membership- Join Us!
    • History of Bedford Master Gardeners
    • Garden Grants
    • Plant Sale
    • Programs & Projects
    • Request A Speaker or Workshop
    • Evaluation Form for Programs and Workshops
  • Help Desk
  • Facebook
  • GROW and SHOW
  • Chestnut Project
    • American Chestnut Articles
  • Contact Us

Bedford Area Master Gardeners Association

Virginia Cooperative Extension

  • Home
  • Main Menu
    • About Us
    • Membership- Join Us!
    • History of Bedford Master Gardeners
    • Garden Grants
    • Plant Sale
    • Programs & Projects
    • Request A Speaker or Workshop
    • Evaluation Form for Programs and Workshops
  • Help Desk
  • Facebook
  • GROW and SHOW
  • Chestnut Project
    • American Chestnut Articles
  • Contact Us

GARDENING FOR SCENTS!

October 3, 2019 by Kathy N

Create Your Own Potpourri and Bath Salts Workshop. Potpourri and bathing salts have been around for centuries. In 17th century France, potpourri or “rotten pot” was created by gathering fragrant flowers and herbs, letting them dry, and then … [Read more...]

Filed Under: House Plants /Home Decor, In The Kitchen, News /Events /People Tagged With: bath salts, bedford extension master gardeners, potpourri, workshop

The NASA Guide To Air-filtering Houseplants

March 13, 2019 by Kathy N

It won't surprise you to hear that the majority of people spend the bulk of their time indoors, whether it's at home or working in an office environment. As such, it's important to ensure that the air quality is of a high standard, something that … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Environment /Water, House Plants /Home Decor Tagged With: air quality, houseplants, NASA study

Gorgeous Indoor Plants that LOVE the Dark

February 28, 2019 by Kathy N

Do you want to brighten up a dark corner of your home or add a little life to the basement? There are a number of beautiful indoor plants that do well in low light situations. Many are also low maintenance and thrive on … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Container Gardening, General Gardening / Landscaping, House Plants /Home Decor Tagged With: houseplants, houseplants for low light, indoor plants, indoor plants for low light

How to Save a Dying Houseplant

January 28, 2019 by Kathy N

Plant Doctor: How to Save a Dying Houseplant You saw a plant you loved in a shop or nursery.  You brought it home, and for months it warmed your heart.  But then it started to decline.  What are you doing wrong?  Is it dying?  Can you save … [Read more...]

Filed Under: House Plants /Home Decor Tagged With: houseplants

Don Davis: 10 Kinds of Houseplants Ideal for Low Light Indoors

January 2, 2019 by Kathy N

Croton and hibiscus are the wrong houseplants to grow if your home has a minimum of light. The following shade-tolerant houseplants are much more likely to be an asset to your indoor environment over the years. CONTINUE SOURCE: The News & … [Read more...]

Filed Under: House Plants /Home Decor Tagged With: Don Davis, houseplants, low light

December Flower Lore

December 17, 2018 by Kathy N

      Who has a December birthday? Your flower is the narcissus, and it's got a lot of interesting lore associated with it. Take a look: http://bit.ly/2E9z3X5 Source:  Farmers' Almanac … [Read more...]

Filed Under: General Gardening / Landscaping, House Plants /Home Decor, Perennials /Annuals Tagged With: December flower, Narcissus

Poinsettia and Christmas Cactus Care

December 10, 2018 by Kathy N

        This article gives advice for prolonging the life and blooms of two popular holiday houseplants. Poinsettia and Christmas Cactus Care Source:  Penn State Extension … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Container Gardening, General Gardening / Landscaping, House Plants /Home Decor Tagged With: christmas cactus, poinsettia

Enjoying Paperwhite Narcissus in Winter

December 6, 2018 by Kathy N

        Paperwhite narcissus bulbs bloom easily indoors and do not require a cold season before blooming. Read on to discover multiple growing and display options for paperwhite narcissus. Source: … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Container Gardening, General Gardening / Landscaping, House Plants /Home Decor, Perennials /Annuals Tagged With: Christmas bulbs, Christmas flowers, Narcissus, paper white

CYCLAMENS: A Christmas Houseplant

December 5, 2018 by Kathy N

Cyclamens (Cyclamen persicum) are attractive, easy-care houseplants that will bloom continuously throughout the winter months. They are a unique alternative to the traditional holiday poinsettia or Christmas cactus. MORE Given the right … [Read more...]

Filed Under: House Plants /Home Decor Tagged With: cyclamens, Holiday houseplants, houseplants

« Previous Page

Copyright © 2026 · Lifestyle Pro Theme on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in