Holly The Winter Garden Gem October 31, 2017 Becky Calvert When winter arrives, unassuming evergreens like hollies take center stage in the garden. With their... Continue reading
Oh Deer! | Protect Your Garden From This Prolific Pest September 1, 2017 Becky Calvert Once the scourge of rural gardens, the burgeoning deer population has moved to more urban areas thanks... Continue reading
Plot Your Perfect Potting Spot | Create A Stylish, Practical Workbench For Your Garden Tools September 1, 2017 Mitzi Bible There’s nothing that kills the joy of gardening more than back pain. While you’re out in the fresh... Continue reading
Lavender The Wonder Plant June 1, 2017 Becky Calvert Whether you’re planting a kitchen garden, a container of herbs or merely looking for a hardy perennial... Continue reading
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