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Another great feature at Meadowlark gardens vista of the Piedmont Hill is stunning. It’s official, Meadlowlark is one of the best botanical gardens of Virginia. Green Springs Botanical Gardens Be prepared to take care of your plants throughout the growing season. Going on a summer vacation? Remember that tomatoes and zucchinis grow strongest in the middle of summer. If you’ll be gone for part of the summer, you need someone to look after the crops, or they will suffer. Or, you could just grow cool-season crops such as lettuce, kale, peas, and root veggies during the cooler months of late spring and earlyfall. Virginia is home to an array of plants, many of which are native to the state. These plants are well-adapted to the local climate and soil and provide an essential source of food and shelter for Virginia's wildlife. If you're looking to attract bees, birds, and other local wildlife to your garden, here are some of the best native plants to grow in Virginia. Whorled milkweed Peace Lily is one of the most versatile plants on this list. They can grow in gardening containers, can grow in a hanging basket, or can be grown in a flat container. It’s okay if American history isn’t your thing. The list of magnificent gardens of VA will not disappoint. Find the perfect day trip to one of these many botanical gardens and arboretums for natural beauty. We know you will love these places just as we do! So let us not wait- here is the best compilation of public gardens in Virginia. Best Botanical Gardens in Virginia You Must Visit Maymont Arboretum in Virginia

Include these Virginia gardens and more of our ideas for a great Washington D.C. itinerary. Dumbarton Oaks Discover the orchards and kitchen gardens and bask in the beauty on the meadows and wooded pathways. Along the way you will see the grounds adorned with thoughtful garden ornaments such as benches, finials, and sculptures.Nutrient-rich soil. Your soil feeds your plants. You’ll have poor, unhealthy plants if you have thin, nutrient-poor soil. Mix in plenty of organic matter to help your plants grow. See how to prepare your soil for vegetable plants. Most veggies are annuals (planted each year). If you’re planning on growing “perennial” crops such as asparagus, rhubarb, and some herbs, provide permanent locations orbeds. The risk of frost has passed for many bare root perennials (which are dormant and thus do not actively grow) before the start of the early spring (even before the threat of frost has passed). However, in the fall, when the weather cools but the soil remains warm, planting is an excellent time. The Best Time To Plant Flowers For more fun with flowers, take the short drive from Richmond to visit the Colonial Williamsburg Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. Witness the magnificent 18th-century tree and woody shrubs. Discover more than 30 historic gardens located confidently on the same grounds! To get the most out of your garden in Virginia zone 5, seedlings should to be started indoors. We also recommend using a blanket of straw to help protect transplants from a surprise frost.

In Southwest Virginia’s Lee County, Extension agent Amy Byington agrees that access to gardening is important to many peoples’ wellbeing. Tools with D-grips, or upper hand extra handles, that attach to long handles to provide a crosswise grip Learn the history the Colonial Williamsburg Arboretum has to offer. Walk among the living history museum at this Level 2 Certified Arboretum. The gardens are perfect place to visit to see beautiful and thoughtful architectural design from the 18th-century.

There are a few things to keep in mind if you want to create a garden that is both beautiful and welcoming to local wildlife. Don't waste money on constant fertilizers and lawn services. If you are unable to figure out the source of your plant’s problem, reach out to your local Extension Master Gardeners for help. Many EMG units provide “help desks” or call-in hotlines and can help you determine what might be causing your plant’s problem and what you should do.