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Your Guide To Easy Home Herb Remedies

September 8, 2025DrDans

For centuries, herbs have been at the heart of home remedies, cherished by cultures across the globe for their ability to soothe, heal, and restore. In an era dominated by pharmaceuticals and technology, the quiet wisdom of herbal medicine remains a beacon for those seeking gentle, natural solutions. From the fragrant sprigs of mint tucked into tea to the golden roots of turmeric stirred into soups, herbs infuse our daily rituals with subtle strength and time-honored healing. This blog post invites you on a journey through the uses of herbs as home remedies, offering both practical advice and a glimpse into the rich traditions that define nature’s medicine cabinet.

Best Flowers to Plant in August in Southeast Virginia

August 8, 2025DrDans

A Gardener’s Guide to Late-Summer Blooms August in Southeast Virginia is a season of lush, humid afternoons and lingering warmth that stretches into the evenings. While many imagine spring as the prime time for planting, late summer offers unique opportunities for gardeners. With careful selection, August plantings can result in vibrant autumn blooms and even set the stage for a spectacular spring. This article explores the best flowers to plant in August in Southeast Virginia, examining the characteristics, care requirements, and landscape roles of each, so you can transform your garden into a patchwork of beauty as the seasons turn.

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OCTOBER LANDSCAPING TO DO LIST

October 5, 2022April 12, 2023DrDans

It’s beginning to look a lot like Fall. Cooler temps, a little more rain, and some dreaded nor’easters. But that doesn’t end the landscaping season and certainly shouldn’t keep you from completing some important tasks and fun decorating ideas.

Baby Joe Dwarf Pye Weed Virginia Beach landscapers

PLANT OF THE DAY – BABY JOE DWARF PYE WEED

September 7, 2022April 12, 2023DrDans

Joe Pye Weed is a compact plant with super showy, mauve-purplish dome-shaped flowers that bloom from late summer and into early fall. It’s a great addition for borders if you need some vertical interest.

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TOP GARDEN TRENDS FOR 2022 – PART 1

February 4, 2022July 24, 2023DrDans

We all know that the best gardens are the ones that bring you the most joy. While trendy may not be your thing, it’s fun to see what’s trending with landscaping designs.

PLANT OF THE DAY – MOJAVE JEWELS RUBY SEDUM

September 8, 2021July 24, 2023DrDans

Dense clusters of blood-red flowers contrast dramatically against deep-purple, almost black foliage, to make a big statement in the garden. Unlike many sedum, this one is a bit shorter and much sturdier. It’s perfect for an a water wise area, rock garden, or container. Succulent foliage will die back to the ground in areas experiencing a colder winter, but will re-emerge again in the spring.

THE ZEN GARDEN…A STRESS RELIEVING GARDENING STYLE

August 8, 2019July 27, 2023DrDans

Tranquil. Peaceful. Calming. Elegant. The term the Japanese use for a Zen garden is “karensansui” and it means dry landscape. To achieve this look, a merging of gravel, rocks and boulders are used to create a vision that represents islands and mountains surrounded by an imagery of flowing water. A Zen Garden is not a Japanese Garden. There are differences in the two. A Zen Garden will not include a pond, but a Japanese Garden typically will.