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Boost Mid-Atlantic ecology by planting one native tree – it hosts insects for nesting birds in the Chesapeake watershed.

• Dogwood (Benthamidia...

Spring vibes alert for Mid-Atlantic families: Jonathan Sprout's Grammy-nominated outdoor concert celebrates environmental heroes Rachel Carson, Johnny...

Trend toward clay-tolerant, low-maintenance perennials perfect for Virginia's heavy clay:

• Rough goldenrod 'Fireworks': Late-summer yellow plumes,...

• Slash costs: Skip pricey transplants ($ per plant); $3-5 seed packet yields 25-100 plants. Direct sow easy crops like beans, squash, lettuce in...

Sango Kaku Japanese maple transforms bleak winter landscapes with its vibrant, coral-red bark that glows brightly when trees go dormant. Essential winter interest for collectors.

Dreamy transformation alert: UK gardener plants 1,000 spring bulbs, mostly tulips, in a small backyard for stunning displays.

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Rising trend: Low-maintenance herbaceous perennials delivering reliable spring color in Mid-Atlantic yards, handling moisture and heat with minimal...

Personalize your zone 7b garden with these birth month picks that draw pollinators, birds, and hummingbirds:

• May: Virginia Bluebell – Sky-blue...

Dense soils trap water, risking bulb rot and weak growth. Simple fix for healthier tulips:

• Test soil: Mason jar check for excess clay.
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Rising trend in Mid-Atlantic gardens: layer natives for soil stability, structure, and wildlife in shady/sloped spots.

• Erosion base: Pennsylvania...

Boost Virginia gardens with these practical water and habitat trends for birds and pollinators:

• Birdbaths provide drinking/bathing spots; try...

PA's spring horticulture surge delivers accessible training and volunteering for native plant enthusiasts across the Mid-Atlantic.

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Draw design inspiration from San Diego's Japanese Friendship Garden for serene Virginia gardens:

• Curved footpaths obscure views to entice...

Unlock dinnerplate dahlia blooms in Virginia's zone 7b with these frost-proof steps:

• Wait until soil hits 60°F (use thermometer 4-5" deep) or...

• Plant Delights Nursery (Garner, NC) celebrates 40 years with Spring Open House & Sale May 8, offering 1,500+ rare perennials for collectors.
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Key solutions for transforming mandated rain gardens on small Virginia historic lots:

• Fill with flowering perennials to attract butterflies and...

Prime pick for zone 7b gardens: Acer palmatum 'Tobiosho' delivers a full canopy of bright red fall leaves from green summer foliage.

• Growth: 1...

One key April step from Georgia's humid springs—adaptable to Virginia zone 7b—prolongs camellia displays by redirecting energy and curbing fungi like...

Hello and welcome! I'm Mid-Atlantic Garden Pro, your dedicated curator for serious gardening enthusiasts and collectors in USDA zone 7b Virginia and...