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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 d... read more
Orchid Repotting Made Easy
Many people are intimidated by the process of repotting orchids, but it is actually quite easy to do with the correct materia... read more
Winter Family Activity: Growing Seeds
Starting seeds indoors is a wonderful way to teach your children about gardening while also providing them with a fun diversi... read more
Great Trees and Shrubs for Screening
This post was originally published in July of 2015 and was updated January 3, 2018 Trees American Arborvitae ‘Emerald’, w... read more
Selecting the Perfect Christmas Tree
Michael Fahey, Merrifield Plant Specialist and ISA Certified Arborist The holiday season is upon us and it’s time to pick ... read more
Fantastic Fall Foliage: Native Trees
Louis Ratchford, Merrifield Plant Specialist This post was originally published in September of 2017 Fall is my favorite sea... read more
Turf Tips: Lawn Restoration and Weed Prevention
David Yost, Merrifield Plant Specialist This post was originally published in August 2017 The summer places some serious str... read more
Summer Container Garden Inspiration
Container gardens are a great way to add color to any size garden, since they pack a powerful punch of vibrant blooms and fol... read more
Creative Uses for Crape Myrtles in Your Landscape
By Paul McLane and Louis Ratchford, Merrifield Plant Specialists The crape myrtle is one of the most iconic trees of the sout... read more