Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia
Over 40 Years of Growing Gardens and Gardeners
#MGNV Tried and True #NativePlant Selections for the Mid-Atlantic
Despite its name, this charming, low-profile native perennial is actually a member of the Iris family. Its dense, tufted clumps can spread in optimum conditions to cover small areas and edge paths. Dainty, star-shaped blue flowers create a showy display from April to June.
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Get May & June May Between the Rows Vegetable Gardening tips; Learn how to harden off your seedlings; Find out about FOUA's Plot Against Hunger Saturday Garden Days; and Wednesday Library Garden Talks; and apply for Free Trees through EcoAction Arlington.
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Experts and new gardeners alike will feel empowered to create gorgeous, right-sized gardens by consulting Small Gardens, a book in the “DK Grow” series. A compact guide itself, this 144-page book packs a surprising number of easy-to-read, useful tips alongside colorful, inspiring photos.
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This month, we address hardening off, the process of exposing these transplants to outdoor conditions.
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What adjective describes a plant that grows in dense tufts?
Meet with VCE Arlington/Alexandria Extension Master Gardeners to choose the perfect plants for your garden! If you are planning to start or add to a native plant collection, they will help with plant selection, planting advice, and answer all your questions. In addition, there will be artists, food vendors, and bake sales.
