How To Care For Your Poinsettia Year-Round

As the holiday season approaches, homes and businesses come alive with decorations that capture the festive spirit. Among these, poinsettias stand out as a timeless favorite. Surprisingly, they hold the title of the top-selling potted plant in the United States—a remarkable feat given their popularity peaks during just a few months each year. With the… Read More

How to Care for a Christmas Cactus

The Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera bridgesii) has become one of the most cherished indoor plants during the holiday season. These flowering cacti typically bloom from early November into February, bringing vibrant color to our homes during the gray winter months. This beautiful plant may live for 20 years or more. Many of our customers have shared… Read More

Two kids shopping for a real Christmas tree

6 Reasons to Buy a Real vs. Artificial Christmas Tree

The Christmas tree is one of the focal points of your Christmas decorations. It’s the place where you gather with family on Christmas morning to open presents and enjoy each other’s company. Buying a Christmas tree can be an overwhelming process. One of the choices you’ll have to make is whether to go with a… Read More

A line of various houseplants

Houseplant Highlight: Bringing Plants Inside for Winter

As cooler weather approaches here in the Mid-Atlantic, it’s time to bring your outdoor plants back inside for the winter. Houseplants like your fiddle-leaf fig or snake plants, which have thrived outside during the summer, must be gradually transitioned back indoors to avoid shock. To make this process smoother and less stressful, there are a… Read More

13 Fall Foliage Tree Varieties That Offer Stunning Color

Some trees simply have a gift for fall color – holding their leaves longer, displaying more vivid hues, or offering unique color combinations. The following varieties have proven themselves reliable performers in Virginia, each bringing its own character to autumn’s display. Fall Foliage Tree Varieties Available at Meadows Farms Remember, the trees listed below are… Read More

A fall-blooming camellia

The 7 Best Varieties of Fall Blooming Camellia Flowers

Throughout gardens in Virginia, camellias stand as elegant and versatile shrubs, offering captivating displays of blooms. While many gardeners are familiar with the spring-blooming Camellia japonica, the fall blooming Camellia sasanqua offers a unique and equally stunning spectacle. With the right insight and planning, it’s possible to have a camellia garden that blooms from fall… Read More

How to Make a Stunning Fall Container Garden

Fall is the perfect time to freshen up your outdoor space with vibrant and colorful container gardens. These easy-to-create arrangements can add a touch of beauty to your patio, deck, or porch and is easier than you think! Here’s what you need: Choosing Your Container The first step is to select a container that suits… Read More