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Summer Flowering Bulbs
Spring is the season to think summer-flowering bulbs—everything from exotically fragrant lilies to ever-blooming shade-loving begonias. There is such a wide variety of sizes, shapes and color from...
View ArticleRain Gardening: Let it Rain!
By: Designer Jennifer Whalley Rain gardening is not a new term for planting in the rain, but instead the latest craze in the landscape industry. It’s the creation of beautiful backyard gardens that...
View ArticleRhododendrons
Rhododendrons are one of the most popular spring-blooming plants available. These plants are very hardy in our area and once established will grow profusely with very little maintenance required....
View ArticleVacationing with Plants
Home, Sweet Home!! Vacations are great, but it’s always nice to pull up in front of your own place and see… UH-OH… flower stalks bent to the ground with thirst? A brown mat of straw for a front lawn? A...
View ArticleTips on Watering Your Plants
The main reason that plants die is because they are either given too much or too little water. With the poor draining, heavy clay soil in our area it is especially important to improve drainage at...
View ArticlePlants for Wet Areas
Wet areas pose special problems in the landscape. However, there are many plants which may tolerate these poor drainage conditions. In wet areas, the addition of Meadows Farms Planting Mix will improve...
View ArticleOrnamental Cabbage and Kale
If you’re looking to plant something a bit different this fall, why not try the various selections of ornamental cabbages and kales? Ornamental cabbage and kale provide vivid color for your landscape...
View ArticleMaximizing Your Outdoor Space: The Benefits of Winter Landscape Planning
It’s winter here in the Washington, D.C., Metro area. You’re bundled up from the cold, and you can see the white puffs of your breath when you venture outside. The last thing on your mind is designing...
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Pictures with Santa at the Great Big Greenhouse
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View ArticleThe Benefits of Planting Your Own Fruit Trees
The beginning of spring is right around the corner, which means it’s fruit tree season here at Meadows Farms Nurseries. In today’s hectic and fast-paced world, finding ways to connect with nature and...
View ArticleVirginia Flowers That Bloom in May
Perennials are a low-maintenance way to add lasting beauty to your garden. With careful planning, you can enjoy a succession of blooms throughout the growing season. To begin, choose a few perennials...
View ArticleSturdy Stepables and Groovy Groundcovers
What are Stepables? Stepables and groundcovers are sturdy perennials designed to endure foot traffic and are ideal for walkways, narrow paths, and rock gardens. But don’t let the small size fool you —...
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Deadheading Your Virginia Flowers for Prolonged Blooms
What is Deadheading? Love your garden but tired of fleeting blooms? Deadheading is a simple yet powerful technique that can extend the flowering season of your favorite plants. This idea is a simple...
View ArticleNative Virginia Plants for Your Yard & Garden
Are you a Virginia gardener looking to create a unique and thriving landscape? Consider adding plants native to the mid-Atlantic to your garden or lawn. These plants are perfectly adapted to our local...
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Fall Planting in Virginia – What to Plant in Fall?
There are so many wonderful fall planting choices for annual and perennial beds along with great trees and shrubs for specimen plantings. Take a look at the list below for a handful of plants that are...
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Meadows Farms’ Top 8 Fall Flowers & Plants
As the Virginia summer fades, so do its blooms. It’s a perfect time to incorporate plants for fall color. Here are a few of our favorite fall plants that thrive in our region’s climate: Asters When the...
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Fall In Love with Fall Pansies
Ideal for fall gardens, pansies offer a colorful display for almost six months – in the fall when they are planted, in the winter during a stretch of sunny days, and again in the spring! With so much...
View ArticleVirginia Fall Planting Guide: Your Seasonal Success Plan
While the old adage “fall is for planting” is well-known, its full potential often goes untapped. Contrary to popular belief, spring isn’t the only ideal season to cultivate your garden. In fact, here...
View ArticleHow to Make a Stunning Fall Container Garden
Fall is the perfect time to freshen up your outdoor space with vibrant and colorful container gardens. These easy-to-create arrangements can add a touch of beauty to your patio, deck, or porch and is...
View ArticleThe 7 Best Varieties of Fall Blooming Camellia Flowers
Throughout gardens in Virginia, camellias stand as elegant and versatile shrubs, offering captivating displays of blooms. While many gardeners are familiar with the spring-blooming Camellia japonica,...
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