Passalong Plants | The Tradition of Sharing Old-fashionedaGarden Favorites
Mama always said, “Be careful what you admire in a friend’s garden. You might end up goin’ home with it.” All that is needed is an established plant that is ...
English Cottage Gardens | Wild & Winsome
The English cottage garden dates back to the late 14th century, when it is believed they popped up with the very practical purpose of providing food for the working class ...
Historic Garden Day in Roanoke | Hikes, Hops, Homes and Gardens
This year celebrates the 85th anniversary of Roanoke’s Historic Garden Week Tour, and to mark the occasion three enchanting homes and three gardens will be featured. “Hikes, Hops, Homes and ...
Spring Pruning | The Art of the Cut
Pruning is one of those gardening tasks that can be fraught with uncertainty. It’s all about the timing—prune a tree or bush at the wrong time of year and at ...
Beekeeping | A Sweet Investment
Honeybees are a buzz-worthy topic in the news. Reports about colony collapse, a devastating disorder that causes most of the worker bees to abandon their hive, may lead honey lovers ...
Noel Au Natural | Bring Colonial Williamsburg Style To Your Holiday Decorating
When you tour Colonial Williamsburg during the holidays, you’ll see the town’s signature Christmas decorations that greet guests strolling down the picturesque streets. Evergreen wreaths, swags, and garlands are uniquely ...
Christmas Gifts to Attract Winter Winged Visitors
While winter brings the joys of dancing flames in the fireplace, it can also mean a bland view of a landscape devoid of color. But, when gardens are stripped ...
Holly The Winter Garden Gem
When winter arrives, unassuming evergreens like hollies take center stage in the garden. With their glossy green leaves and cheerful berries, they stand out in what can otherwise be ...
