Photo Courtesy of Smith Mountain Lake Association (SMLA) Understanding Harmful Algal Blooms The shimmering waters of Smith Mountain Lake are a beloved attraction for residents and tourists alike, but recent years have shown that these picturesque waters aren’t immune to…
Finding plants that can resist a deer’s appetite Almost 15 years ago, my wife and I landscaped the walkway to our front door in Bedford County. The final piece of this project was the placement of 16 hosta plants —…
Help plants thrive even with just part-time care If you’re anything like me, your plants shudder at the thought of living in or outside of your home. Even with my best intentions, I can’t seem to keep them alive. So…
Photo Courtesy of Seven Oaks Landscape Hardscape Protect the Lake and Add to Your Property’s Value with Buffer Landscaping Those who are fortunate enough to live along a shoreline know there are benefits that come with that location. Being close…
Using Plants as Screens Whether home is a city apartment or townhouse, a suburban house or a house by the lake, most of us crave a space with some degree of privacy. Fortunately, erecting a fence or wall is not…