Gardening
Cut back this, not that—in a perennial garden
Learn tips for preparing your perennials for winter.
Homeowners can help preserve essential unsung garden heroes
While moths, flies, beetles and wasps may drive away picnic guests, they’re as essential as butterflies, bumblebees and other ecological wonders.
Ancient mosses provide simple groundcover
Though tiny, the ecological role of moss is outsized—providing habitat for insects and other invertebrates.
Safely handle homegrown harvests
Eating a fresh salad from the garden is a rewarding experience. But a homegrown harvest requires safe handling to prevent illness.
Farmers and gardeners cultivate their own ‘black gold’
Wiggling worms are not the most glamorous members of the garden, but they’re one of the most essential.
Decorate your space with homegrown sunshine
Learn how to grow sunflowers of all shapes, colors and sizes.
Citizen dog detectives can help target, mitigate spotted lanternflies
Spotted lanternflies continue to spread across Virginia, and experts seek ways to track and control their populations.
Prep your garden plants before vacation
Use these tips to leave your plants worry-free during a summer vacation.
Virginians urged to slow spread of ever-expanding imported fire ants
A long-established invasive pest is marching across Virginia.
Protect and preserve essential Virginia pollinators during national observance
Many unsung heroes are behind the abundance of food and beauty that surrounds us.
