Garden Tool Maintenance: End-of-Season Tips for Cleaning and Storing Garden Tools
As the vibrant summer days give way to the cooler fall temperatures, gardeners find themselves transitioning from the hustle of planting...
Your August Garden Checklist
We survived the crushing heat of June and early July and, thankfully, were greeted with some welcomed rain—and our gardens are soaking it...
Your July Garden Checklist
July is a pivotal month for gardeners in Zone 7A, a time when summer is in full swing and the garden requires both maintenance and...
TransformingYour Yard
Conservation Landscaping Best Practices By: Lindsey Cline-Shrader Conservation landscaping blends aesthetic appeal and ecological...
Nature Is Healing
Nature is healing,” said Catherine Eubank, founder of ONE Forest School near Smith Mountain Lake in Bedford County. ...
Intensive Planting: Maximizing Space and Yield in Raised Beds
Raised bed gardening has surged in popularity, offering gardeners a controlled environment to cultivate a variety of crops. Among the...
Your June Garden Checklist
Everything you need to do for a successful growing season When Andy Williams sang, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year” we’re...
Exploring Virginia’s Wild Culinary Frontier
Virginia's lush landscapes contain a cornucopia of edible treasures. Like much of our evolving local food system, the art of foraging has...
Your May Garden Checklist
Your May Garden ChecklistEverything you need to do for a successful growing season Another planting month is upon us! Tomatoes, cucumbers,...
Top 10 Vegetables for Successful Container Gardening
Container gardening is an excellent option for those with limited space or for gardeners looking to add a touch of green to their patios,...
