Garden Library

Deer resistant plants: Realizing that no plant is deer proof, plants in the Rarely Damaged, and Seldom Severely Damaged categories would be best for landscapes prone to deer damage. Plants Occasionally Severely Damaged and Frequently Severely Damaged are often preferred by deer and should only be planted with additional protection such as the use of fencing, repellents, etc. Success of any of these plants in the landscape will depend on local deer populations and weather conditions.

These learning modules offer a variety of information to help you better understand invasive plants and assist in their management. Explore topics ranging from the invasion process, to management methods, to tips for giving presentations to refuge visitors, and much more. You will also have the opportunity to see how volunteers are participating in invasive plant projects throughout the Refuge System.

This is Dr. Elaine Ingham’s site with great information.
Find out how to test your compost and teas.

A great compilation of soil stuff.

The idea of an affordable, home-use compost tea brewer was conceptualized by Leon Hussey.

The entire list of invasive alien plant species of Virginia is available on-line as a .PDF file. This is an advisory list published by the Department of Conservation & Recreation (VDCR) to inform land managers of potential risks associated with certain plant species known to exhibit invasive behavior in some situations. This list details light and moisture requirements, habitat regions, and degree of invasiveness for Virginia's most troublesome invaders. The species are ranked as highly invasive, moderately invasive or occasionally invasive. It should be noted the list is not regulatory in nature, and thus does not prohibit the use of the listed plant species.

These guidelines are basics for having a healthy, attractive
lawn that protects water quality – both nearby and in the Chesapeake Bay. Your actions do make a difference.