Trees are the long-lasting framework of our landscape, providing many benefits to our community, environment, landscapes and lives. They provide shade, help reduce energy costs, and provide food and building materials. Trees also help manage storm water, reducing the risk of storm water runoff, soil erosion, local flooding and
Virginia's weather has swung from drought to a series of powerful storms, making gardening a challenge for some growers.
The experts at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden on Lakeside Avenue in Henrico have some answers.
The garden's 82 acres are home to thousands of different plant varieties.
Transfer the beauty of favorite flowers onto paper or fabric to create works of art, greeting cards, and gifts for family and friends. Pounding flowers is a fun and easy way gardeners of all ages can preserve the beauty of garden flowers.
Use watercolor or other rough surface paper when