It’s our annual FALL CLEARANCE SALE at Meadows Farms Nurseries and The Great Big Greenhouse. Save up to 75% OFF on the select trees and shrubs listed below. *Please note: Not all items are available at every nursery location. Please call ahead if you are looking for something specific. Not valid on special orders. Not… 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
Fall Planting in Virginia – What to Plant in Fall?
There are so many wonderful fall planting choices for annual and perennial beds along with great trees and shrubs for specimen plantings. Take a look at the list below for a handful of plants that are just coming into their prime in the fall. Aster A wonderful cut flower, asters make any garden explode with… Read More
Ornamental Cabbage and Kale in Virginia
If you’re looking to plant something a bit different this fall, why not try the various selections of ornamental cabbages and kales? Ornamental cabbage and kale provide vivid color for your landscape from fall into early winter! The vibrant greens, purples, pinks, and whites that wash the leaves of these plants work as a standalone… Read More
How to Grow & Care for Fall Mums
Chrysanthemums are a wonderful fall option for beautiful garden color year after year! Mums have been grown for their beautiful fall flowers for centuries (recorded as early as 500 B.C.) The flowers come in many beautiful colors and bloom from early September until late fall. Mums will grow well in almost any soil although they… Read More
Checklist of Fall Lawn Care Tips in Virginia
Take advantage of crisp fall weather to fertilize, control weeds, and improve the health and appearance of your lawn. Follow these care tips our checklist provides to ensure that your lawn performs at its peak for seasons to come. Lawn Renovation and Preparation When fall rolls around, it’s important that your yard is already ready… Read More