If you’re seeking a flowering shrub that offers stunning colors throughout the seasons, is deer-resistant, low-maintenance, and great for pollinators, Abelia may be your perfect match. Here are some of the best varieties available at Meadows Farms that you need to consider: Kaleidoscope Abelia Abelia ‘Kaleidoscope’ is a versatile, low-growing shrub that delivers vibrant colors… Read More
As the Virginia summer fades, so do its blooms. It’s a perfect time to incorporate plants for fall color. Here are a few of our favorite fall plants that thrive in our region’s climate: Asters When the blooms of many summer perennials are fading, the fall-blooming perennial aster is at its best. Perennial aster can… Read More
Daylilies are not your grandmother’s yellow and orange summer flowers growing out by the mailbox anymore. The genus Hemerocallis (Daylilies) has gone through tremendous hybridization in the past ten years. Many of today’s daylily varieties are tetraploid hybrids, meaning they’ve been bred to include extra sets of chromosomes, which leads to larger blooms, a wider… Read More
Best Types of Perennials for Fall Fall plantings are not limited to just mums anymore. This is just a small sampling of the many perennials you can plant in the fall found at any of our locations in Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, and DC. Many of these perennials either bloom in the fall or have… Read More
Labor Day marks the annual arrival of Dutch Flower Bulbs to Meadows Farms Nurseries. For centuries, gardeners have been digging and dropping bulbs into the ground to produce the fantastic colors of spring. While tulips and daffodils are the most popular varieties of flower bulbs, other favorites like crocuses, hyacinths, and allium are popping up… Read More
Creeping Phlox (Phlox subulata), also known as moss pink or moss phlox, is a hardy, low-maintenance perennial ground cover that transforms your landscape each spring with a thick blanket of blooms. Available in a range of vibrant colors, including pink, lavender, red, white, and bluish-purple, this versatile plant thrives in various settings. It’s perfect for… Read More
Virginia winters can be long and cold, with outdoor gardens slowing down as frost and snow take over. Forcing bulbs offers a fun and rewarding way to bring vibrant indoor color to your home during these dreary months. This process encourages bulbs to bloom out of season, typically in the winter when your outdoor flowers… Read More
As summer winds down and your vegetable crop begins to fade, it’s the perfect time to explore cool-season vegetables that can thrive in your garden. Arugula Prized by chefs and health gurus across the country, arugula can add a peppery kick of flavor to an ordinary salad and some fantastic health benefits. However, fresh arugula… Read More
As August ushers in the transition from summer to fall, it’s time to focus on key tasks that will set your garden up for success. Here are five essential items every gardener should add to their August to-do list. 1. Plan and Plant Cool-Weather Annuals and Perennials August is the perfect time to start planning… Read More
There’s nothing that says spring more than the first blooms of our favorite bulbs. Review this list for some of the most common spring bulbs available for purchase. These spring bulbs generally arrive at our locations in early to mid-September. Plant them anytime between October thru November, though it is best to wait to plant… Read More