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Oh Deer! Strategies for Deer Management
Roger Zinn, Merrifield Plant Specialist In late winter and early spring, deer will feed on plants they normally avoid out of ... read more
Basics of Growing Summer Berries
By Paul McLane, Merrifield Plant Specialist It’s summertime and here at Merrifield Garden Center we’re excited about all... read more
Environmental Factors and Plant Placement
By Kyle Gregory, Merrifield Plant Specialist Earth, air, fire, and water These four classical elements correspond to the f... read more
Selecting and Caring for Roses
By Sharon Stickell and Rob Capp One of the most traditional and iconic garden plants, the rose is known for its beauty, clas... read more
Getting Your Garden into Spring Shape
David Yost, Merrifield Plant Specialist Spring is almost here and it’s time to start getting our gardens ready for the sea... read more
Orchid Care for Beginners
Paul Knight, Merrifield Plant Specialist Perhaps one of the most well-known houseplants, people love orchids for their elega... read more
Winter Damage: What is it and What Can I do About it?
David Yost, Merrifield Plant Specialist We’ve faced some brutal cold spells this winter and are already seeing the damage ... read more
Keep the Flowers Coming with Camellias
Louis Ratchford, Merrifield Plant Specialist Gardeners focus their efforts on spring, summer and fall, tending to overlook t... read more
Soil Prep for a Low-maintenance Garden
Nikki Norton, Merrifield Plant Specialist I’m passionate about creating low-maintenance gardens because they require less ... read more