Dogwoods | Virginia’s Springtime Specialty April 4, 2018 Mitzi Bible A single dogwood bloom was the design for the troop crest on my Junior Girl Scout vest, and... Continue reading
Passalong Plants | The Tradition of Sharing Old-fashionedaGarden Favorites April 4, 2018 Megan Jansen Mama always said, “Be careful what you admire in a friend’s garden. You might end up goin’... Continue reading
English Cottage Gardens | Wild & Winsome April 4, 2018 Becky Calvert The English cottage garden dates back to the late 14th century, when it is believed they popped up... Continue reading
Historic Garden Day in Roanoke | Hikes, Hops, Homes and Gardens April 4, 2018 Editor This year celebrates the 85th anniversary of Roanoke’s Historic Garden Week Tour, and to mark the... Continue reading
Spring Pruning | The Art of the Cut January 30, 2018 Becky Calvert Pruning is one of those gardening tasks that can be fraught with uncertainty. It’s all about the... Continue reading
Beekeeping | A Sweet Investment January 30, 2018 Alexandra Reynolds Honeybees are a buzz-worthy topic in the news. Reports about colony collapse, a devastating disorder... Continue reading
Noel Au Natural | Bring Colonial Williamsburg Style To Your Holiday Decorating October 31, 2017 Mitzi Bible When you tour Colonial Williamsburg during the holidays, you’ll see the town’s signature Christmas... Continue reading
Christmas Gifts to Attract Winter Winged Visitors October 31, 2017 Sara Warrender While winter brings the joys of dancing flames in the fireplace, it can also mean a bland view of... Continue reading
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