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Tag: plants
In the Weeds
I am considering installing a minimal maintenance, full sun garden that will not require constant seasonal mulching. Could you suggest a few basic details...
In the Weeds: Container Gardening
DC summers are no joke. My patio container garden always looks like a barren wasteland come July. Do you have any tips to help...
In The Weeds: Mitigating Summer Pests Without Chemicals
How can I mitigate summer pests in my yard without using harsh synthetic chemicals?
Summers in the District mean unwanted visits from pests–particularly mosquitoes–but smart...
Congressional Cemetery Seeks Arboretum Status Volunteers
Washington, DC is unique in many ways – particularly when you think about the area’s historic cemeteries serving as a final resting place.
Capitol Hill...
Holiday Gifts for the Gardener
With or without a green thumb, you may know someone who appreciates all things green. Maybe they admire and identify the plantings in their...
In the Weeds
Your April column about early spring weeds had me thinking a lot about them; I’ve heard many weeds are edible and highly nutritious! What...
Dear Garden Problem Lady: In The Weeds
What plants could you suggest for a sunny front yard garden that would offer a long bloom time, are low maintenance, and attract pollinators...
Shop the FONA Garden Fair and Sale April 27
Celebrate spring at the National Arboretum during the Garden Fair & Plant Sale on Saturday, April 27th!
Shop from thousands of plants, get expert gardening...
Plants and Blooms
It is a new year and a chance for all of us to reimagine our gardens. For gardeners, the winter months are an ideal...
Season’s Greenings at the U.S. Botanic Garden
A Christmas holiday tradition for many Capitol Hill residents is a trip to the U.S. Botanic Garden (USBG) at the bottom of the Hill....
