This is a listing of 31 backyard birds in Virginia that can be seen on your feeders with pictures to identify them and what to feed them
Free planting templatesI often find getting started is the hardest part of many projects. I was recently reminded how true that is for gardening when a Master Gardener from Newport News wrote to me about a fantastic project she is working on with her fellow gardeners: a "Getting Started" kit tailored specifically to Virginia coastal gardens. This sounds like a terrific idea and I hope to be able to share it when it is ready for prime time. In the meantime, her note jogged my memory about anoth
Quarters Farm was not only a beautiful place for Krystyn and Joe to celebrate their wedding day but is also close to their hearts. Joe grew up in the family home on the property. The bed and breakfast and barn were transformed into the most gorgeous wedding space, too. Their casual boho vibe included elements of Lord of the Rings, one of the couples' favorite series. They also planned events and outfit changes to celebrate Joe's Scottish heritage, including Highland games. Don't miss all of their decor touches, much of which was handmade by Krystyn's sister. Keep an eye out for a huge "One Ring," jars of wildflowers, a flower dude, and loads of kilts...
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'Little Henry' Virginia Sweetspire (Itea virginica 'Little Henry'), Sam Bahr, photographer
These fast growing climbing vines can hide unwelcome features, cover bare walls and fences, and lend an air of wildness to even the most staid landscape.
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Fiona Brockhoff's clipped native plants. Photo Virginia Cummins
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Here she is, folks. The final backyard makeover reveal. Now if you are just getting here please read Part I (the before/tree butchering, and landscaping plan) and Part II (the process). We absolutely love it and spend most evenings and ...
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Image 14 of 36 from gallery of HQ House / Fernando De Rossa + Virginia Miguel. Photograph by Federico Cairoli
Parthenocissus Quinquefolia Engelmannii also known as Virginia Creeper Engelmannii or American IvyA deciduous self-clinging climber with excellent autumn colour, Parthenocissus Quinquefolia Engelmannii will add interest to an unsightly garden wall with its splendid foliage. The glossy coarse-toothed leaves, each with five ovate leaflets, emerge green and stay so until autumn, when the foliage turns to shades of warm orange and scarlet red. From June to July, the deep red stems of this attractive vine bear clusters of small insignificant green flowers that turn to fruit. The grape-like berries are inedible but add ornamental value to the shrub.While vigorous and fast-growing, Virginia Creeper Engelmannii is one of the less invasive varieties of the species, so it will require less work to be restrained and kept tidy. Ideal if you want a relatively fuss-free climber that adheres well to buildings and structures but does not cause damage if kept in check.Height and Spread of Parthenocissus Quinquefolia EngelmanniiWith its fast growth rate, Virginia Creeper Engelmannii will easily reach heights well over 12 metres in a couple of years. This vine climbs both with tendrils and adhesive pads and can achieve a maximum spread of 4 to 8 metres.How Hardy is Parthenocissus Quinquefolia EngelmanniiVirginia Creeper Engelmannii originated in North America, so it goes without saying that it is a hardy and robust plant. Fully hardy in the United Kingdom, it will do well even in areas with particularly low winter temperatures- up to 20 degrees below zero.How To Use Parthenocissus Quinquefolia EngelmanniiAs a vigorous self-clinging climber, this deciduous plant is best suited as a cover for structures in the garden. It will spread and cling with ease and its lush, colour-changing foliage offers visual interest throughout the seasons, so Parthenocissus Quinquefolia Engelmannii is most commonly used grown against high walls, towers, and similar larger structures that this deciduous vine can envelop and beautify.How To Care For Parthenocissus Quinquefolia EngelmanniiParthenocissus Quinquefolia Engelmannii is a tough, undemanding cultivar that thrives in almost all conditions. It will happily grow in full sun, partial shade, or full shade, although its autumn colour might be less pronounced in a shady spot in the garden. Does well in any moist but well-drained soil, including clay and chalk.
Add a vertical touch to your garden by growing climbing plants in pots. These 35 Best Vines for Containers are perfect for both small and big gardens!
Summer Igloo was an cradle to cradle pavilion built at the 2014 C!here Art Crawl in Beijing. The idea is to build a small intimate space with in a large public area. Using a normal every day object in this case the inflatable pool toys, to create a geodesic dome. The pavilion becomes a small...
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