gardening

It Was the Best of Gardens; It Was the Worst of Gardens

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 09:39:43 GMT

Is Arlington ready for locavorism, and do we have the land for it?

Midges Kill Blooms and Rose Appreciation Day

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 15:19:15 GMT

A plan to celebrate the roses of Bon Air Memorial Garden has been undone by an attack of midges, a small insect that, in its larval phase, eats the tender rose blooms before they have a chance to open. Improper insecticide use is the culprit.

In Urban Agriculture, Hens Make News, But Don't Need to Dominate

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 07:00:00 GMT

When it comes to urban ag, folks have told me that they are interested in a variety of programs, such as more community gardens and demonstration farms in Arlington (such as Reevesland). Roof top gardens are also mentioned by quite a few folks.

BRAVO Digging for Support of Community Gardens

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 09:46:00 GMT

Grant applications are due today for nonprofit organizations who want some money to start a community garden.

Horwitt, Rock Spring Garden Club Take Home Thomas Award

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 07:18:10 GMT

At the Arlington County Board recessed meeting last night, Joan Horwitt and Rock Spring Garden Club were honored for their environmental work in the county. They took home the 2011 individual and group "Bill Thomas Awards."

Master Gardeners Garden Tour

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 22:10:00 GMT

Master Gardeners of North Virginia will host a tour and discussion of the Sunny & Shade Demonstration Garden. Program is free.

Vegetable Gardening 101: Seed-Starting, Soil Prep and Where and When to Plant

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 16:36:00 GMT

Get Ready for Spring Workshops Vegetable Gardening 101: Seed-Starting, Soil Prep and Where and When to Plant Sponsored by Arlington Virginia Cooperative Extension Supported by Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia

Gardening for Life: Getting Ready for Spring

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 16:30:00 GMT

Get Ready for Spring Workshops Sponsored by Arlington Virginia Cooperative Extension Supported by Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia

Arlington Garden of Year Competition

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 13:01:27 GMT

The Rock Spring Garden Club will hold its third annual “Garden of the Year” competition for Arlington residential gardens.

Arlington Central Library Garden Talk

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 13:10:00 GMT

Learn what crops do well, where and when. Hear how light, water and soil work together and get free seeds at the Arlington Central Library Wednesday Garden Talk.

CRYSTAL CITY COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 15:10:00 GMT

Registration is now open for returning and new Crystal City Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) members! Sign-up now to guarantee your box for 2012. Enjoy 20 weeks of Thursday deliveries of fresh, farm produce straight from the local farm.

NARFE Chapter March Meeting: Gardening in Arlington

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 21:18:52 GMT

Social time begins at 12:30 p.m., with refreshments, followed by presentation by guest speaker, Kim Haun, Arlington County community gardens coordinator and Court House Farmers' market coordinator.

Free, Starting Your Vegetable Garden Indoors from Seed

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:49:00 GMT