Assorted views (9/6/2023) - Here are some images of Nature in all its beauty. Please send your photos to editor@gazettejournal.net. Marshmallow native plant which self-seeded in Bena, in Mary Bourne’s yard. Whitney Gurganus of… …Will problems with invasives never end? (9/6/2023) - To answer the question I asked in the title of this column, “No, probably not.” It is frustrating and exhausting to discover that a shrub or perennial that you recently… …
Creating a thriving butterfly habitat at home can alleviate habitat loss (9/6/2023) - More than 102 butterfly species have been observed in Virginia, according to butterflyidentification.org. Habitat is said to be essential to them. The Virginia Farm Bureau Federation said creating a thriving… …
Farm museums bring history, innovations and legacies to life (9/6/2023) - Several museums in Virginia illustrate the history and methods of farming in the state. A news release from the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation highlights these institutions. In Surry, Chippokes State… …
From the earth (8/30/2023) - Plants, trees, flowers, all interacting with birds, bees, butterflies and a dog. Please send your photos to editor@gazettejournal.net. Rose Hips photographed by Cheryl Battle of Bavon. Molly Broderson says, “Our… …
Is this poison ivy? (8/30/2023) - As summer slowly meanders toward fall, my thoughts turn to cooler weather and English ivy removal from our woods, a thankless task, but good upper body exercise. Unfortunately, English ivy… …