Vegetable Gardening in February
February is the last chance to get ready to move outside in March.
Ralph Morini
A Pruning Primer: Tools, Techniques and Timing
A Basic Guide to Why, When, and How to Prune Many Common Trees and Shrubs
Vegetable Gardening in January
A time of dormancy and regeneration for both garden and gardener
The December Vegetable Gardener
December is a transitional month for vegetable gardeners as we transition from last year’s closeout to next year’s planning. Or, maybe we just take a break…
November in the Vegetable Garden
End-of-season tasks
Row Covers: A Gardening Season-Extender With Benefits
These simple plant covers extend both ends of the growing season while encouraging vegetative growth and providing chemical-free pest protection.
October in the Vegetable Garden
October vegetable gardening is a blend of harvesting, planting and preparing the garden for the winter and next season.
The Vegetable Garden in September
Now is the time to tidy up the summer garden and plant hardy leaf and root crops for late fall and early winter harvest
Responsible Lawn Management in the Era of Climate Change
Do we truly need that perfect turfgrass lawn?
Eggplants: Easy to Grow with Surprising Variety and Versatility
Eggplants grow well in Central Virginia and add many international possibilities to the garden and table.