Hampton Road’s love affair with crepe myrtles is undeniable. Few plants can match their combination of stunning summer flowers, vibrant autumn foliage, and unique and beautiful exfoliating bark.
The crepe myrtle is originally from China and has been in cultivation in the United States for more than a century. This beloved tree can be seen all over Hampton Roads, lining streets in its wide range of.
Enjoy the beauty of a drought tolerant yard and gardens. by Kathy Van Mullekom, a lifelong gardener and gardening writer living in York County, Virginia When husband Ken and I lived in the Kiln Creek area of Newport.
Plant more warm season veggies now for cool season harvests. by Kathy Van Mullekom, a lifelong gardener and gardening writer living in York County, Virginia I grew up with a vegetable garden.
One man’s trash is another’s treasure! Recycle old tins for a small, quick project that will add some green to your space while going green in the process.
An explosion of color, this upright, annual grass features variegated stripes of white, green, burgundy and hot pink blades. Fireworks produces red burgundy foxtail plumes from mid summer to early fall.
Savor the sweet smells of fragrant plants in your garden. by Kathy Van Mullekom, a lifelong gardener and gardening writer living in York Co., Virginia If you’ve ever ridden past a patch of white flowering privet on the.
People of all ages can enjoy gardening, but children in particular have lots of fun developing new skills. A garden is much more than just plants and soil it’s a hands on, living classroom .
You’ll love this super unique Crepe Myrtle that has exploded onto the scene and has everyone talking about it’s vibrant, dark red blooms offset by intense black, yes black foliage!
Well, summer is officially upon us Hampton Roads! With the days getting longer and temperatures on the rise, your garden needs a little TLC, and summertime is all about garden maintenance!
