There seem to be two schools of thought on rain water. One is that it is our enemy and needs to be removed from our property as quickly as possible. The second is that water is our friend, and we need to capture it and let it sink back into the soil. Clearly, moving it [...]
Most people associate insects with a need for pest control. They think of bugs as a problem that needs to be treated. A landscape professional knows differently. Many common northwest bugs are good for your yard and garden. They can pollinate your plants and keep other, more harmful pests out of your landscaping. Northern Virginia [...]
I love fall. It’s my favorite season. I love the colors, the smell of dried leaves in the air, seeing my breath puff in the morning. I love that we need an extra blanket on the bed. I love that I can get out my heavier jackets. I love that I have an excuse to [...]
If you live in the Arlington area you may be going to the outdoor concert at Merriweather pavilion, or taking the Capital sites bike tour, or maybe enjoying Shakespeare’s magical comedy at PFI Historic Park. Most any activity you choose this weekend will be outdoors. The summer season with bursts of color and greenery is [...]
What are rain barrels? A rain barrel is a water tank which is used to collect and store rainwater runoff, typically from rooftops. Instead of running down driveways and sidewalks to sewers, rainwater falls into a rain barrel where it can be stored for use in gardens and for house plants. It reduces demand for [...]
Flowers Remember it still too early to plant non-hardy flowers Direct-sow hardy annuals, biennials and perennials Provide supports for peonies and other perennials that need stalking Prune roses, remove dead wood Control weeds by mulching, cultivating or pulling Garden Plant cool crops, such as broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, lettuce, peas, potatoes, radishes, spinach Plant or transplant [...]
Roses make a nice addition to a front yard or flowerbed. Planting them properly and caring for them will allow you to enjoy beautiful flowers and get the most out of your rose bushes. Here are some tips to help you plant rose bushes and take care of them throughout the season. Sunlight, sunlight, sunlight! [...]
A good way to get the varieties you want for your flower or vegetable garden. This gives you an early start, so you are ready to transplant them at the proper time. Items needed to start your seeds are; fluorescent light, seed-starting mixture, containers and, of course, the seeds. Place two 40 watt daylight-type tubes [...]
