When summer season draws to a close, garden centers prepare for winter by discounting prices on in-stock nursery items, such as perennials, shrubs and trees. How do you know if that clearance plant is a bargain or a waste of your money? Follow these … [Read more...]
Fall Garden Care for Pollinators
Doug Tallamy’s seminal work in backyard ecology, the book Bringing Nature Home, implored gardeners to think about how their landscapes are viewed by the bugs and birds that rely on plants for survival. Read more about Fall Garden Care for … [Read more...]
Boxwood Blight YouTubes
This 11-part video series covers topics important to preventing the spread of boxwood blight in Virginia, including symptoms of the disease, disease spread, and prevention measures. The videos are appropriate for homeowners as well as landscaping … [Read more...]
Overwintering Plants in Containers
Annuals grown in containers are discarded at the end of the season, but many potted perennials, shrubs and small trees can be maintained over the winter if steps are taken to protect the plants and their containers. Check it out! Overwintering … [Read more...]
Fall Shrubs and Trees
When designing a garden with autumn interest, consider bark, fruit, and the form and texture of the plant, in addition to fall leaf color. For additional information, follow this link: Fall Shrubs and Trees Source: Penn State Extension … [Read more...]
The Garden of My Dreams
Retirement brought us back east with a move from Houston, Texas to Blue Ridge, Virginia. Another of life's many adventures with new beginnings on friends, shopping and finding my way around, all with a song in my heart and my dream of finally having … [Read more...]