Regional Gardens: Brookside Gardens
By Extension Master Gardener Elaine Mills Photos by Elaine Mills July 2019 marked the 50th anniversary of the opening of Brookside Gardens, the award-winning public garden situated within Wheaton Regional …
A Green Oasis in the Heart of Arlandria
The Dale St Community Garden, located at 65 Dale Street in Alexandria, is a thriving new example of a green and lovely garden spot that not only offers local residents space to grow crops and flowers but also teaches sustainable gardening practices and the benefits of fresh food and the uses of native plants.
Great Long-Blooming Plants for Pollinators
A 2013 plant trial conducted by Penn State Extension, Bees, Bugs & Blooms, ranked three species native to our Mid-Atlantic region as among the best plants for flowering longevity, and in attracting desirable insects. An additional benefit is that deer dislike all three plants. Learn more . . .
Regional Gardens: Ladew Topiary Gardens
Ladew Topiary Gardens is known around the world for its topiary and flower gardens. See the gardens through the eyes and camera of Extension Master Gardener Elaine Mills.
Extension Master Gardeners Share their Favorite Tools
Gardening is easier and more fun when using the right tool for the job. EMGs shared some of their favorites in response to an informal survey.
Garden Myth Busters! Compost Tea
THE MYTH: Compost tea suppresses pathogens and enriches garden soil.
THE REALITY: Read on to learn more!