Deterring Deer in the Garden: Can it be done?
It’s hard to imagine that, in 1900, white-tailed deer were nearly extinct in Virginia. The state’s largest herbivore has made… Read More »Deterring Deer in the Garden: Can it be done?
Timely Topics
Composting: Great for Soil and a Great Way to Recycle Organic Wastes
This is International Compost Awareness Week, an ideal time to consider this great way to recycle organic material like food… Read More »Composting: Great for Soil and a Great Way to Recycle Organic Wastes
For Earth Day: Protect Biodiversity in Our Community
The natural beauty of Albemarle County is especially breathtaking in the spring. We enjoy the parade of subtle changes that… Read More »For Earth Day: Protect Biodiversity in Our Community
Loss of Tree Canopy Is a Hot Issue for Our Community
We all know the relief we feel when we walk from, say, a hot parking lot into a leafy landscape.… Read More »Loss of Tree Canopy Is a Hot Issue for Our Community
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?
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
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
The Trend Toward Conservation Landscaping
These days home gardeners are increasingly turning to more eco-friendly practices. Designed to benefit the environment, conservation landscaping is becoming… Read More »The Trend Toward Conservation Landscaping