Tag: gardening tips
How to start seeds at home
By Courtney Belew
Oh, the joys of gardening. One can find a sense of pride in starting plants from seeds, and while it may seem...
How to plant container gardens
By Greenstreet Gardens
Follow a few simple steps, and your container gardens will be off to a solid start and ready to fill your growing...
A guide to pre-winter gardening prep
By Kim Davis
The leaves are beginning to turn beautiful shades of orange and the temperatures are getting cooler – a sure sign winter is...
Homes: Gardening for the future
By Kim Davis
August is typically one of the hottest and muggiest months in what is not so lovingly called “the swamp” of Washington, D.C....
Homes: The best heat-loving perennials
By Greenstreet Gardens
Some plants just can’t take the heat — they’ll wither away if left in direct sunlight all day long. If you’ve ever...
Homes: How to plant summer blossoms
By Kim Davis
As with every seasonal change, now is the time to prepare the garden not only for summer but for next year. Key...
Inch by inch, row by row: Tips for a successful garden
By Kim Davis
Taking a stroll down the streets of Alexandria this time of year is a true delight. We are graced with gardens filled...