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Sustainable Pest Control for Japanese Beetles
Struggling with Japanese beetles in your garden? Learn how to identify and sustainably manage these destructive pests with our comprehensive guide. Discover effective organic methods, including using annual geraniums as trap crops, beneficial nematodes, and neem oil. Protect your prized flowers and vegetables from damage while promoting a healthy, eco-friendly garden. Click here to read more and keep your garden thriving naturally!
Peony Care: They’ve bloomed now what?!
Peonies brighten any garden, but care doesn't stop after the blooms fade. We will dig into 5 care and maintenance tips. With these post-bloom care tips, your peonies will thrive and produce stunning blooms year after year.
Welcome Summer! Kid-Friendly Gardening Tips
The kids get out of school today and I feel like it snuck up on me so fast! I find myself scrambling to figure out how to entertain the kids, make memories, and manage the day-to-day on the farm. Here are some simple and fun gardening projects to keep kids engaged this summer. These activities are perfect for making the most of summer break with educational and enjoyable outdoor fun.
Farm Update: May 2024
Join me on a journey through the latest happenings at Breemar Flower Farm. From the first sprouting sunflowers and an exciting edging project to the health check on our beloved peonies and the joyous sight of a Monarch butterfly, there's a lot to share this month. Dive into our update to see how we're nurturing our native plants and preparing for a season full of growth and beauty.
Unveiling the Secret Garden of Hummingbird-Attracting Perennials
Unlock the secrets to creating a hummingbird paradise in your garden with our latest blog post! Dive into the vibrant world of herbaceous perennials that beckon these winged wonders, from the fiery hues of Cardinal Flower to the delicate blooms of Columbine. Discover how these five remarkable plants not only add beauty to your landscape but also serve as vital sources of nectar for hummingbirds. Join us as we explore the magic of gardening for wildlife and transform your outdoor space into a haven for these delightful creatures. Read more now!
Attracting Hummingbirds: The 5 Best Shrubs for Your Eco-Friendly Garden
Discover how to turn your garden into a hummingbird paradise with our guide to the top 5 native shrubs that attract hummingbirds. From the fragrant blooms of Sweet Pepper Bush to the vibrant flowers of Wild Azalea, learn how these enchanting shrubs not only beautify your garden but also provide essential habitats and nectar for hummingbirds. Plant these shrubs and enjoy watching these fascinating birds flutter and feed right in your backyard.
Upward Blooms: Native Vines Hummingbirds Can’t Resist
Dive into our exploration of Virginia's native vines that are perfect for attracting hummingbirds. Featuring detailed profiles of Coral Honeysuckle, Passionflower, and Crossvine, this guide provides all the insights you need to cultivate these hummingbird favorites. Enhance your garden’s vertical appeal and support local wildlife with these stunning, nectar-rich vines.
Soaring Beauties: Virginia’s Hummingbird-Friendly Trees
Discover the top 5 native trees in Virginia that attract hummingbirds. From the majestic Tulip Poplar to the vibrant Eastern Redbud, learn how these beautiful trees can transform your garden into a hummingbird haven. Explore planting tips, care instructions, and the unique benefits of each tree to both wildlife and your landscape.
For the Love of Hummingbirds
In this blog post, I introduce my new series about attracting hummingbirds to your property by planting native perennials. Today, I will share my raised bed garden design and a recipe for the best hummingbird nectar.
Master Gardener Training Series: An introduction to Integrated Pest Management for Home Gardeners
In this blog post, I will review integrated pest management and practical applications for the home gardener.
A Garden Unlike Any Other... Unexpected takeaways from the Biltmore Estate Gardens
It’s Spring Break and our family visited the gardens at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC. As an avid gardener, I was awestruck by the beauty and design of the vast gardens but also found some unexpected takeaways that will forever change my perspective on my gardening, landscape, and self.
Master Gardener Training Series: Tree Pruning
In this blog post, we will cover some basic myths and facts about pruning trees. We include instructions on proper timing fo tree pruning and why.
A Gardener’s Guide to Hanover, VA Plant Nurseries
In this blog post, I explore all of the plant nurseries in Hanover, VA. This includes native plants, large garden centers, small businesses, and everything in between.
United by Flowers at the Philadelphia Flower Show
In this travel blog post, we take a journey to the Philadelphia Flower Show hosted by the Philadelphia Horticultural Society. I will share my experience at the show and my key takeaways from the 2024 theme— United by Flowers.
Master Gardener Training Series: Lawn Scaping Responsibly
In this blog post, I talk about responsible lawn scaping. I focus on how to maintain a healthy lawn if you must have one, and how we can protect our water quality by utilizing smart lawn care techniques.
Master Gardener Training Series: Gardening for Wildlife
In this blog post, I talk about the benefits of gardening for wildlife and provide resources for ways to attract wildlife such as birds, bats, butterflies, and other beneficial insects to your garden.
Master Gardener Training Series: Water Wise Landscaping for the Chesapeake Bay Watershed
In this blog post, we discover the importance of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed and how we can utilize water wise landscaping to help protect this precious resource. We review the Environmental Protection Agency’s Total Daily Maximum Limit diet and talk about ways that we can reduce and improve water management on our properties.
Master Gardener Training Series: Bugs in the Garden
In this blog post, I discuss bugs in the garden. I focus on why they are important, considerations to be taken into account before applying pesticides, and resources for insect identification.
Master Gardener Training Series: Native and Invasive Plants
In this blog post, Nicole Dillon of Breemar Flower Farm, located in Ashland, VA covers the basics of native and invasive plants and provides loads of resources to help you choose the right plants for your landscape.
Master Gardener Training Series: The Power of Plant Pathogens in History
In this blog post, Nicole Dillon talks about the basics of plant pathology and how plant diseases have affected historic events such as the Irish Potato Famine, the witch trials, and more.