Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia
Over 40 Years of Growing Gardens and Gardeners
#MGNV Tried and True #NativePlant Selections for the Mid-Atlantic
The term “interrupted” in this native fern's common name refers to the distinctive gap left in the middle of the fern blade when fertile leaflets wither and fall off mid-summer. It is more common in the western and northern Mid-Atlantic.
February is all about the heart. From craft paper hearts to chocolate treats, they are basically everywhere. For houseplant collectors, heart-shaped leaves are highly desirable. Some people collect plants of a specific color, or species, but the four plants described below are perfect for a heart-obsessed houseplant lover.
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#MGNV Tried and True #NativePlant Selections for the Mid-Atlantic
The most climate-adaptable of our native trees is noted both for its multi-season interest and the fluted bark, which leads to its alternative name: “Musclewood.” This understory plant is found in both upland and floodplain forests throughout eastern North America.
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Are you ready for the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) February 14–17? Participate by identifying and reporting birds you see/hear over a 15+ minute period. Learn more about the GBBC, why birds and native plants are critical to a healthy ecosystem, and how you can help.
#MGNV Tried and True #NativePlant Selections for the Mid-Atlantic
Found in woodlands and on rocky slopes and ledges, evergreen Marginal Wood Fern provides year round interest. It is monomorphic so its fronds (leaves) are the same size and shape, whether or not the leaf underside bears sori, the spore-producing receptacles.
#MasterGardener #MGNV Why should gardeners take care when planting? Roots contribute to the growth, stability, and nutrient absorption of plants so damage to roots threatens a plant’s survival and vigor. Dig into underground plant life and discover the difference between taproots and fibrous roots and what’s unusual about adventitious roots.
