Our lawns offer aesthetic and environmental benefits around our homes while providing a green space where children and pets can play. We can grow our lawns in ways that maintain these benefits while limiting harm to people and the environment....
Light pollution is making nights almost 10 percent brighter every year. The disappearing darkness not only limits our view of the stars but also has serious implications for the health of all living things. Biological processes have evolved with our...
Have you wondered whether you can save and replant seeds from ornamentals, native plants, and vegetables you enjoy? Join us to learn about the benefits of saving your own seeds and to receive great tips on how to get started...
Join us to learn about the benefits of saving your own seeds and to receive great tips on how to harvest, process, and save seeds from your garden. Our workshop will cover: • Plant pollination • Cross-pollination issues and preserving...
In addition to providing nutritious fruits and vegetables, beautiful landscapes, and fresh flowers, gardening offers a variety of health benefits. As a part of special programming in recognition of the International Council on Active Aging's Active Aging Week, retired nurses...
Join us to learn about the benefits of saving your own seeds and to receive great tips on how to harvest, process, and save seeds from your garden. Our workshop will cover: • Plant pollination • Cross-pollination issues and preserving...
Permaculture: What is it? Learn about this fascinating approach to land use that can be applied whether designing a small garden plot or embarking on a large agricultural undertaking. Permaculture works in concert with your ecosystem by allowing design, soil,...
Pruning landscape trees, especially when young, will set them on a path to a long, healthy life. At 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 4, the Center at Belvedere will host a free presentation by the Piedmont Master Gardeners on “When, Where,...
If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in these activities, please contact our main office at 434-872-4580 during business hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday to discuss accommodations five days prior to the event. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120.
