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Gardening Resources

Native Plants

Native plants are those that have co-evolved here over centuries. Together, they make the Virginia Piedmont unique. 

Healthy Landscapes

The Healthy Landscapes program is designed to help homeowners create a healthy habitat for
both human enjoyment and our native flora & fauna.

Healthy Virginia Lawns

HVL provides science-based information on the establishment and maintenance of lawns to reduce unnecessary chemical use that can harm our local waters and the Chesapeake Bay

Horticultural Help Desk

Virginia Cooperative Extension’s Horticultural Help Desk is a good place to start if you have gardening questions.

VCE Publications & Other Resources

Find publications from Virginia Tech, Virginia State University and other research-based resources.

Speakers Bureau

Piedmont Master Gardeners offers speakers on a wide range of gardening topics aimed at promoting environmentally responsible, science-based horticultural practices.

Monthly Gardening Tips

Follow our month-to-month guide to caring for the ornamental garden, the edible garden, the lawn, and so much more.

Be a Steward of the Environment

Join us in adopting sustainable living practices. Download our guide to conserving resources, reducing harmful impacts, and becoming a steward of the environment.

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