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Question: I am building a new home and am interested in having a “green roof.” What are the main benefits… Read More »Benefits of Green Roofs

Question: I have several types of hydrangeas and I am confused about when to prune them. One year I pruned… Read More »Pruning Hydrangeas

Question: I’m building a new home and want to incorporate sustainable landscaping in my yard. What factors should I consider… Read More »Sustainable Landscape at Home

Question: We have wild honeysuckle everywhere, especially along our creek. It smells so lovely, but it is growing up into… Read More »Removal of Wild Honeysuckle

Question: In January 2018, a new invasive pest, the Spotted Lanternfly (SLF), was first seen in Northern Virginia. Is this… Read More »Protection from Spotted Lanternfly

Question: How can I upgrade my garden to provide a welcoming habitat for pollinators and other wildlife, while keeping some… Read More »Creating Welcoming Habitats

Question: How do I start a wildflower meadow? What native plants can I use? There is growing interest in the… Read More »Starting a Native Wildflower Meadow

Question: What are some recommended plants to grow for a cutting garden in Central Virginia? I’d like plants that also… Read More »Creating Cut Flower Gardens

Question: For my new home, what are some stormwater management practices to protect my yard and for water conservation so… Read More »Best Management Practices for Stormwater Runoff

Question: Last year I tried a raised bed vegetable garden, but it didn’t produce any vegetables. What am I doing… Read More »Dos & Don’ts of Raised Bed Gardening