Propagating Hostas and Other Perennials by Division
Question: I would like to propagate my favorite hosta, and am unsure about the timing and technique. What methods are… Read More »Propagating Hostas and Other Perennials by Division
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Now’s the Time to Plant Your Fall Garden
Summer is slipping away, but there’s plenty of growing season yet to come in the vegetable garden, thanks in part… Read More »Now’s the Time to Plant Your Fall Garden
Best Practices for Tree Planting
Question: I was gifted a flowering dogwood tree (Cornus florida) from my family recently. It is 6 feet tall and… Read More »Best Practices for Tree Planting
World Nature Conservation Day: Ten Ways You Can Help Preserve Our Planet’s Precious Resources
World Nature Conservation Day is observed annually on July 28. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance… Read More »World Nature Conservation Day: Ten Ways You Can Help Preserve Our Planet’s Precious Resources
Identifying, Preventing and Treating Termite Infestations
Question: Some of my neighbors in Central Virginia have reported termite damage on their properties. How can I tell if… Read More »Identifying, Preventing and Treating Termite Infestations
Having a cup of joe? Thank a pollinator!
(Posted June 18, 2025) Did you have a cup of coffee this morning? A banana or blueberries with your cereal?… Read More »Having a cup of joe? Thank a pollinator!
Controlling Groundhogs in the Garden
Question: Groundhogs have taken over my vegetable garden and eaten some crops almost entirely. How do I get rid of… Read More »Controlling Groundhogs in the Garden
Compost: Turn Your Garbage into Gold
May 4 through 10 is International Compost Awareness Week, aimed worldwide to raise public awareness on why we all should… Read More »Compost: Turn Your Garbage into Gold
Mosquito Control
Mosquito Control I love everything about spring and the ability to finally get outside – early garden maintenance, seeing… Read More »Mosquito Control
Protecting Darkness at Night, and Why Gardeners Should Care
April 21-28, the week of this month’s new moon, is International Dark Sky Week. This is a worldwide celebration of… Read More »Protecting Darkness at Night, and Why Gardeners Should Care