The Secret's in the Soil | Take the Guesswork out of Gardening by Doing a Soil Test June 1, 2017 Mitzi Bible When you head to the local lawn and garden center to find a cure for your under-performing yard or... Continue reading
Grow Your Own Spring Lettuces April 1, 2017 Katherine Fulghum Knopf Growing a variety of greens is easy this spring. You will find lettuce seed packets everywhere—from... Continue reading
Historic Garden Day in Roanoke April 1, 2017 Meridith Ingram Each spring visitors are welcomed to over 250 of Virginia’s most beautiful gardens, homes and historic... Continue reading
Beneficial Bugs | Insects and Host Plants Work Together to Protect Gardens April 1, 2017 Sara Warrender For many gardeners the task of keeping vulnerable plants safe from the hungry grips of pests can... Continue reading
The Gem of the Landscape | Five Reasons to Love Southern Magnolias February 1, 2017 Becky Calvert Of all species of magnolias, there is perhaps none as iconic or more beloved than the Southern magnolia.... Continue reading
Succulent Gardens | Add Color and Warmth to Indoor Spaces February 1, 2017 Ashley Blair Smith Just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean you have to put your green thumb to rest. There are many... Continue reading
The Elegant Amaryllis | A Perfect Holiday Gift November 1, 2016 Katherine Fulghum Knopf If you’re looking for the perfect gift—for friends, colleagues, neighbors or yourself— add an amaryllis... Continue reading
Deck the Porch | Source Your Garden for Winter Patio & Porch Decor November 1, 2016 Rory Rhodes When the first frost hits and there’s a sustained chill in the air, those festive fall ornamentals... Continue reading
A Path Adds Instant Charm To The Garden August 31, 2016 Megan Jansen Have you ever considered taking that boring plot of grass in your yard and creating a garden path with... Continue reading
Spectacular Shrubs for Fall: Bloom in Spring, Color in Fall August 31, 2016 Becky Calvert fothergilla It would seem most gardeners plant with spring and summer blooms in mind, overlooking... Continue reading