When it comes to the curb appeal of our houses and other buildings, the difference between starkly naked and softly clothed is the...

It’s no myth that trees hold a special place in our collective psyche. Trees play a prominent role in myths, often symbolizing life and...

By Laura Handley One of the most satisfying moments of invasive plant management comes when you pull the last vine off a struggling...

Residents who are interested in installing solar panels often face a dilemma. Which is better for the environment, solar panels or shade...

The outdoor space on larger properties in Northern Virginia, whether residential or commercial, is typically divided into formal...

If your community owns some wooded common land, or if you yourself own a wooded property, you may have noticed that the woods around here...

As Northern Virginia goes into the second year of its five year regional native tree campaign, autumn colors start to move to center...

September marks the first anniversary of the launch of Plant NOVA Trees, a regionwide effort by over a hundred local organizations and...

On a recent day, driving out of the sun into a wooded community resulted in a temperature drop from 91 to 86 degrees. We all try to stay...

As community associations around Northern Virginia ramp up their native tree planting efforts, they are looking around to find ways to...

Native groundcovers are becoming increasingly popular, for good reason: even if they have minimal time for gardening, people want to use...

April marks the 150th anniversary of Arbor Day, the national holiday dedicated to planting trees. It’s the perfect occasion to discuss...

If your yard sits in the blazing sun in the summer, it may have already occurred to you that a native shade tree would benefit you...

Northern Virginia’s oldest and best-loved trees are in danger, and the threat is in plain sight – and yet there are few who can see it....

Are you ready to brighten up your yard but not to spend hours researching plant choices? You may be a candidate for a native plant...

In the winter, as you drive across the American Legion Bridge or across many of our creeks, you may be startled to see large numbers of...

We don’t usually associate the native plant movement or a tree campaign with sports, but players at the Giles Run Disc Golf Course see it...

Trees plant themselves and replace themselves – except in our lawns. Many Northern Virginia neighborhoods that are graced by magnificent...

Arlington National Cemetery is a place to honor, remember, and explore. The beauty of the grounds and the comfort of its visitors is...

Who doesn’t love trees? September 2021 marks the start of Plant NOVA Trees, a five year campaign to promote the planting and preservation...