Tagged: Learn and Grow

Nature Photography with a Focus on the Garden

Nature Photography with a Focus on the Garden

Local nature photographer Jim Easton will cover aspects of creating a good photograph, including light, location, equipment and several of the important design elements of composition. His presentation includes stunning images, many of which...

Native Orchids in Virginia

The word “orchid” usually conjures visions of exotic blossoms in tropical climates, but there are many orchid species that are native to Virginia and our Hampton Roads area. Join us as we welcome back...

Starting and Maintaining a Herb Garden

Starting and Maintaining a Herb Garden: What the Colonists Did and What You Can Do Join Wilma Sharp and her Herb Society of America Team as they tell you about re-creating a 17th century...

Bluebirds in Your Back Yard

Learn about the lifecycle of bluebirds from nest building to fledging and how to attract these delightful birds to your yard. Our speaker is Connie Reitz, current President of the Historic Rivers Chapter of...

Winter is Prime Time for Pruning

Winter is Prime Time for Pruning

Most (but not all*) trees and shrubs should be pruned during winter while they are dormant to invigorate the plant and encourage new growth in spring. The VCE Master Gardeners Pruning Team will explain...

Fresh Inspirations for Holiday Trimmings

Fresh Inspirations for Holiday Trimmings

Be inspired with new ideas to create unique holiday decorations with fresh greenery, herbs, driftwood, willows, dried flowers, and other materials from the natural world. Today’s speaker is Robin Daniels, who operates a floral...

The Mixed Blessing of Garden Insects

The Mixed Blessing of Garden Insects

The Mixed Blessing of Garden Insects with Shawn T. Dash, Ph.D. There’s a wild world of insects that call your garden home. Learn about the creatures that rule your corner of the planet and...

Stormwater Basics for Homeowners

Stormwater Basics for Homeowners

Stormwater Basics for Homeowners to Limit Erosion and Mitigate Flooding Every homeowner needs to know how to deal with stormwater issues that we face in our area. Learn ways to control erosion, prevent and...

Wildlife Rehabilitation: the What, the Why, and the How

Wildlife Rehabilitation: the What, the Why, and the How

Wildlife Rehabilitator Deb Woodward shares heart-warming stories of caring for orphaned and injured creatures. Learn what it takes to become a permitted Wildlife Rehabilitator in Virginia and what you can do as a citizen...