Though snowfall can transform our landscape in ways beautiful and wondrous, heavy snowfall can also cause astounding harm. Trees and shrubs broken under the weight of snow and ice need to have damaged wood carefully removed. CONTINUE … [Read more...]
Winter dormancy and chilling in woody plants
A warm winter means woody plants will be ready to grow when the weather warms up. Since most plants do not grow during the winter, we say they are dormant. There are actually two types of dormancy during the winter. Read More: … [Read more...]
Uses for Christmas Trees in the Garden
If your family enjoyed a live Christmas tree this year, and haven’t disposed of it yet, then put it too good use. Who said procrastination was always a bad thing? This year, it’s being environmentally efficient. Repurpose, reuse and recycle. Read … [Read more...]
CARING FOR YOUR POINSETTIA YEAR ROUND
People have different opinions about the poinsettia. Some consider it a holiday plant to be enjoyed during the month of December, then discarded with the Christmas tree. Others like to nurture and coddle their plants, coaxing them into bloom season … [Read more...]
THANKSGIVING & CHRISTMAS CACTI
Thanksgiving cactus (Schlumbergera truncata) and Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera x buckleyi) are popular, fall- and winter-flowering houseplants native to Brazil, and are available in a wide variety of colors... Read More … [Read more...]
Christmas Tree Farms!
Cut your own Christmas Tree in Virginia! Maps, directions, locations and more for Christmas tree farms around Bedford County, VA! Pining for the perfect tree? Find one that's right for your home at a Bedford County, VA area Christmas tree … [Read more...]
HOLIDAY DECORATING WITH FRESH GREENERY
Decorating the house with fresh greenery is one of the oldest winter holiday traditions. Evergreens have been a part of winter festivals since ancient times. Evergreens are used to represent everlasting life and hope for the return of spring. Read … [Read more...]
Winterizing Your Fig Tree
So what methods will help you to winterize both containerized and already established in-ground figs? Continued: … [Read more...]
Asian Lady Beetle Infestation of Structures
Large numbers of lady beetles (ladybugs) infesting homes and buildings in the United States were first reported in the early 1990s. Ladybugs normally are considered beneficial since they live outdoors and feed on plant pests. MORE SOURCE: … [Read more...]
What happens to bees in winter?
Bees do not hibernate in winter. They slowly and continuously flex their wings, creating vibrations that keep themselves and the hive warm throughout the winter. Read more: … [Read more...]