Controlling Tree-of-Heaven
Question: A friend told me that the Tree-of-Heaven (Ailanthus altissima) in my yard is an invasive species and said I… Read More »Controlling Tree-of-Heaven
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A Growing Controversy: Should We Stop Using Peat?
This year’s World Wetlands Day, celebrated on February 2, highlights the significance of taking action to “ensure the conservation and… Read More »A Growing Controversy: Should We Stop Using Peat?
When it Comes to Snow and Ice Melt, how can I make a smart choice?
With winter in full swing, Virginians are thinking about choosing a deicer to purchase for that next winter storm to… Read More »When it Comes to Snow and Ice Melt, how can I make a smart choice?
Houseplants With Brown Leaf Tips
Q: What causes some of my houseplants to develop ‘brown leaf tips’? How do I go about diagnosing the problem?… Read More »Houseplants With Brown Leaf Tips
Growing Blackberries & Raspberries
Question: I would like to plant some blackberry and raspberry bushes on my property. Can I plant them together in… Read More »Growing Blackberries & Raspberries
New Year’s Resolution for Gardeners
It’s that time again when we are looking forward to the new year and making our annual resolutions. It is… Read More »New Year’s Resolution for Gardeners
Recycling Christmas Trees
Question: How do I recycle Christmas trees and other holiday greens? What other types of recycling should I be thinking… Read More »Recycling Christmas Trees
A Favorite Festive Flower
Blooming plants are often given as holiday gifts. Thanks to Bloomakers from Waynesboro, who donated amaryllis bulb “seconds,” to the… Read More »A Favorite Festive Flower
Take a Pledge 4 the Soil
Healthy soil is essential to a healthy garden. But what does soil health really mean, and how can we improve… Read More »Take a Pledge 4 the Soil
Understanding Male Hybrid Asparagus Plants
My asparagus plants were planted five years ago, but the spears grow only to the size of a pencil. It’s… Read More »Understanding Male Hybrid Asparagus Plants