Bryce Lane, Alumni Distinguished Undergraduate Professor Emeritus and Lecturer Emeritus, Department of Horticultural Science, NC State UniversityMondays, March 15 through May 3 – 6:30 PM–8:30 PMCome hear eight of Bryce's best presentations, each … [Read more...]
pH for the Garden
Soil pH is important because it influences several soil factors affecting plant growth, such as (1) soil bacteria, (2) nutrient leaching, (3) nutrient availability, (4) toxic elements, and (5) soil structure. Read on: … [Read more...]
AAS Winning Petunias
These incredibly versatile plants come in an abundance of bold colors, are widely adaptable, and largely pest and disease-free. They are low maintenance and drought tolerant, available nation-wide, are a great value, sport a variety of forms and … [Read more...]
Growing Sugar Snap Peas
Growing sugar snap peas in the home garden is relatively easy if you take a few simple steps to prepare the garden beds and give peas plenty of cool weather days to grow and flourish. Read More: … [Read more...]
MARCH MADNESS! SPRING GARDENING IS AFOOT!
The hot summer months will soon be upon us, so ready or not, it is time to be thinking about all those garden chores that need to be done. The quiet winter and early spring months are great times to get those garden tools and … [Read more...]
Gifts from the Garden
Cooler weather has reduced the frenzy of garden chores, so let’s have fun. It is time to get crafty with Supervisory Horticulturist Melinda Whicher! Learn how to upcycle things around your house or from your local thrift store to create beautiful … [Read more...]
Garden Photography Tips
Learn how to beautifully capture your backyard oasis or neighborhood park no matter what kind of camera you own. Join Smithsonian Gardens’ Living Collections Photographer Hannele Lahti as she shares tips on lighting, positioning and developing your … [Read more...]
LANDSCAPING WITH VIRGINIA NATIVES- Webinar Series Of 12
Plant Virginia Natives partners are offering a series of 12 webinars for gardeners about landscaping with natives this spring (March-May) and in the fall (September-November). ONLY $10 to register for ALL 12 webinars! Spaces will fill up … [Read more...]
Seven Simple Actions to Help Birds
In 2019, scientists documented North America’s staggering loss of nearly 3 billion breeding birds since 1970. Helping birds can be as simple as making changes to everyday habits. Here’s our quick list of 7 Simple Actions you can take to help birds. … [Read more...]
Winter Gardening Activities for Children
When winter seems far from over and the days are still too short to spend much time outdoors, don't let the cold weather get you down; there are several indoor gardening activities that you can enjoy with your children or grandchildren. They may even … [Read more...]