Blue Mistflower (Eupatorium coelestinum) is a compact rhizomatous perennial wildflower. The leaves are bright green with a prominent network of veins somewhat like those of mint. From mid-summer until autumn, purplish stems are topped with soft masses of powder-blue fuzzy flowers. The blooms are frequented by butterflies, bees, and skippers. This robust plant forms colonies… Read More
Whether you’re already familiar with the many benefits of Mountain Mint, or just discovering its potential, it’s time to explore how to incorporate this versatile plant into your landscape. With its attractive foliage, long-lasting blooms, and ability to support local ecosystems, this native perennial can elevate your landscape from ordinary to extraordinary. Incorporating Mountain Mint… Read More
Mountain Mint is rapidly gaining popularity among gardeners and pollinator enthusiasts alike. In today’s blog, we’ll explore some of the most beloved varieties of this versatile perennial, each offering unique traits while sharing one essential quality: their ability to attract pollinators and thrive with minimal care. Let’s dive into the different species of Mountain Mint… Read More
Are you searching for a plant that can transform your garden into a pollinator haven with minimal effort? Mountain Mint (Pycnanthemum spp.), a native perennial for our area, is about to become your new favorite addition to your landscape. What is Mountain Mint? Mountain Mint, despite its name, isn’t a proper mint. It belongs to… Read More
Don’t worry, it’s not the food ingredient everyone’s trying to avoid! In this case, “Gluten-Free” is NOT the goal! Corn Gluten is an all-natural by-product of the production of corn starch. It prevents the establishment of weeds and supplies a source of organic nitrogen. Nitrogen promotes green growth in lawns and the nitrogen in corn… Read More
March is the month of mulching here at Meadows Farms and for a good reason. Most gardens are empty and clean of weeds, established plants are just beginning to start growing, And the soil is just beginning to warm up after the long winter. I would contend that mulching is probably one of the first… Read More
Growing your own seeds is fun, easy, and satisfying. It’s a great, inexpensive way to grow an array of interesting and unusual vegetable and flower seeds—a much bigger and more exciting variety than you’ll ever find in starter plants. You can get an earlier start—and therefore, an earlier harvest of vegetables or earlier color in… Read More
Winter in the Mid-Atlantic region doesn’t mean your garden has to be lifeless. Beyond the striking textures of bark and evergreens, there are many vibrant plants that bloom even in the coldest months, adding color and interest to your winter landscape. Winter Aconite Winter Aconite (Eranthis), a member of the buttercup family, is a charming… Read More
“Bundle up!” We all heard this from our moms when we went out to play in the winter snow and winds. The same advice applies to your tender and newer outdoor plantings. The frigid northern winds and freezing nighttime temps can damage or kill those perennials, shrubs, and trees that are more marginal in our… Read More
It’s winter here in the Virginia 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 and improving your home landscape. We urge you to think again! There are several advantages to starting the process of… Read More