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In the Garden: Experience the many benefits of spending time in nature

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In the Garden: Experience the many benefits of spending time in nature

Take a break in nature from the stresses of everyday life and the hectic holiday season. Research has found spending time in nature, conservatories, botanical gardens and other green spaces can have a positive impact on mental and physical health. Work, school and other aspects of daily life may have

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, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

December 11, 2025

In the Garden: Christmas tree alternatives that provide year-round beauty

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In the Garden: Christmas tree alternatives that provide year-round beauty

When looking for a unique holiday tree this season consider adding a plant you can enjoy now and throughout the year. Select a larger specimen to use as a floor plant, adding dramatic scale to your indoor décor. Smaller plants can be placed on tabletops throughout the house to add

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, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

December 4, 2025

In the Garden: Bring a bit of spring indoors this winter

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In the Garden: Bring a bit of spring indoors this winter

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, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

November 20, 2025

In the Garden: Create your own winter containers

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In the Garden: Create your own winter containers

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, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

November 13, 2025

In the Garden: Dress up your holiday gatherings with a few succulents

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In the Garden: Dress up your holiday gatherings with a few succulents

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, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

November 6, 2025

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In the Garden: Gardening gifts that keep giving

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

October 30, 2025

In the Garden: Gardening gifts that keep giving

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In the Garden: Winter is amaryllis season

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

October 23, 2025

In the Garden: Winter is amaryllis season

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In the Garden: Mark the location of late emerging perennials

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

October 16, 2025

In the Garden: Mark the location of late emerging perennials

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In the Garden: Collect and save some heirloom vegetable seeds

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

October 9, 2025

In the Garden: Collect and save some heirloom vegetable seeds

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In the Garden: Plant flavorful and nutritious garlic this fall

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

October 2, 2025

In the Garden: Plant flavorful and nutritious garlic this fall

In the Garden: Improve your garden soil with fall leaves and landscape trimmings

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In the Garden: Improve your garden soil with fall leaves and landscape trimmings

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

September 25, 2025

In the Garden: Add a fall display to your garden, front steps or balcony

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In the Garden: Add a fall display to your garden, front steps or balcony

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

September 18, 2025

In the Garden: Plant bulbs this fall for beautiful spring bouquets

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In the Garden: Plant bulbs this fall for beautiful spring bouquets

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

September 11, 2025

In the Garden: Beautify and expand your indoor garden

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In the Garden: Beautify and expand your indoor garden

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

September 4, 2025

In the Garden: Three ways to preserve the beauty of your summer garden

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In the Garden: Three ways to preserve the beauty of your summer garden

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

August 28, 2025

In the Garden: Grow a bee-friendly lawn

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In the Garden: Grow a bee-friendly lawn

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

August 21, 2025

In the Garden: Freshen up your late season garden with strawflowers

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In the Garden: Freshen up your late season garden with strawflowers

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

August 14, 2025

In the Garden: Annual flowers that thrive in the heat

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In the Garden: Annual flowers that thrive in the heat

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

August 7, 2025

Henrico Small Business Spotlight: Bloomistry

Henrico Small Business Spotlight

Henrico Small Business Spotlight: Bloomistry

, and Abigail Seaberg, Special to the Citizen

August 4, 2025

In the Garden: Gathering ideas for next year's garden

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In the Garden: Gathering ideas for next year's garden

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

July 24, 2025

In the Garden: Reduce maintenance to boost your garden enjoyment

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In the Garden: Reduce maintenance to boost your garden enjoyment

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

July 17, 2025

In the Garden: Harvest garlic and replant with quick-maturing vegetables

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In the Garden: Harvest garlic and replant with quick-maturing vegetables

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

July 10, 2025

In the Garden: Gardening in extreme heat

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In the Garden: Gardening in extreme heat

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

June 26, 2025

In the Garden: Maximize your harvest with succession planting

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In the Garden: Maximize your harvest with succession planting

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

June 19, 2025

In the Garden: How to create, plant and maintain a pollinator garden

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In the Garden: How to create, plant and maintain a pollinator garden

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

June 12, 2025

In the Garden: Plant sunflowers for a season of enjoyment

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In the Garden: Plant sunflowers for a season of enjoyment

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

June 5, 2025

In the Garden: The why and how of deadheading

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In the Garden: The why and how of deadheading

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

May 29, 2025

In the Garden: Weekend updates for your landscape

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In the Garden: Weekend updates for your landscape

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

May 22, 2025

In the Garden: Boost your outdoor enjoyment by managing ticks and mosquitos

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In the Garden: Boost your outdoor enjoyment by managing ticks and mosquitos

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

May 15, 2025

In the Garden: Creating and caring for shade gardens

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In the Garden: Creating and caring for shade gardens

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

May 8, 2025

In the Garden: There's always room for tomatoes

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In the Garden: There's always room for tomatoes

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

May 1, 2025

In the Garden: Gift ideas for mom that keep on giving

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In the Garden: Gift ideas for mom that keep on giving

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

April 24, 2025

In the Garden: A sustainable lawn starts with the right grass seed

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In the Garden: A sustainable lawn starts with the right grass seed

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

April 17, 2025

In the Garden: Plant a tree and make a difference

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In the Garden: Plant a tree and make a difference

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

April 10, 2025

In the Garden: Be a waterwise gardener

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In the Garden: Be a waterwise gardener

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

April 3, 2025

In the Garden: Grow, harvest and enjoy all parts of cilantro

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In the Garden: Grow, harvest and enjoy all parts of cilantro

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

March 27, 2025

In the Garden: Grow an abundant harvest of peppers this season

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In the Garden: Grow an abundant harvest of peppers this season

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

March 20, 2025

In the Garden: How to prevent rabbit damage in your landscape

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In the Garden: How to prevent rabbit damage in your landscape

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

March 13, 2025

In the Garden: Garden longer with less muscle strain and fatigue

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In the Garden: Garden longer with less muscle strain and fatigue

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

March 6, 2025

In the Garden: Celebrate the Year of the Asclepias by planting milkweed

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In the Garden: Celebrate the Year of the Asclepias by planting milkweed

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

February 27, 2025

In the Garden: Growing basil

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In the Garden: Growing basil

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

February 20, 2025

In the Garden: Colorful houseplants for lower light locations

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In the Garden: Colorful houseplants for lower light locations

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

February 13, 2025

In the Garden: Organic insect pest control in vegetable and flower gardens

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In the Garden: Organic insect pest control in vegetable and flower gardens

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

February 6, 2025

In the Garden: Dahlia combinations for gardens and bouquets

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In the Garden: Dahlia combinations for gardens and bouquets

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

January 30, 2025

In the Garden: Kid- and pet-friendly indoor gardening

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In the Garden: Kid- and pet-friendly indoor gardening

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

January 23, 2025

In the Garden: Be a weather watching gardener

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In the Garden: Be a weather watching gardener

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

January 16, 2025

In the Garden: Maximize seed starting success with a seed starting chart

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In the Garden: Maximize seed starting success with a seed starting chart

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

January 9, 2025

In the Garden: 2025 is the year of the monstera

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In the Garden: 2025 is the year of the monstera

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

January 2, 2025

In the Garden: Winter celebrations and cold temperatures

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In the Garden: Winter celebrations and cold temperatures

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

December 19, 2024

In the Garden: Unique holiday plants

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In the Garden: Unique holiday plants

, and Melinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

December 12, 2024