Gardening Basics
Starting Your own Garden can be Fun and Easy Keeping a Gardening Journal Month by Month Gardening Chores Three Methods of Tree Grafting
Monthly archives: February, 2023
Native Plants
Spotted Lanternfly Identification and Reporting in Virginia
Pollinators
Native Bee Presentation – Mason and Leafcutter – Native bees serve an important role as pollinators. Learn more about two of Virginia’s native bees – the Mason and Leaf Cutter bees. Resources for Native Bees – Learn more about native bees in our area. Bee Loss in Virginia – There was a 60% loss of bee population …
Pests and Diseases
Spotted Lanternfly Identification and Reporting in Virginia Squash the Squash Bugs – best ways to deal with this pest Cross Striped Cabbageworm – dealing with this garden pest Relationship between Plants and Pollinators – Plants have a unique relationship with the insects that pollinate them. Tick Identification – Learn more about how to identify ticks and what diseases they …
Kitchen Gardening
Farmers Market Handout – Selecting and storing farmer’s market bargains Herb Hints – tips for growing, harvesting, storing, and using herbs Easy Orchard – Many of the typical fruits are difficult to grow in our region. Here are some alternatives you might like to try. Options for Extending the Growing Season – Links to articles about cold …
Soil and Compost
Understanding Your Soil Sample Report – help with interpreting the results How to Make a Worm Bin – Grow red wigglers who will turn your garbage into great fertalizer for your plants. Three Bin Composting System – Make a three bin system using pallets. How to Get Started in Composting – Learn how to set up a composting …