Chapters in Virginia

Join us for the first of our Belmont Library series. This class will focus on the why and how native plants benefit pollinators with an overview of native trees, shrubs, and perennials to grow. We'll be distributing some native seeds and talking about what you should do with them in winter.

Meredith Hoggatt, Associate Extension Agent, on behalf of 4 the Soil, will talk about building soil health.

All of us have direct and indirect efforts on the soil. Whether when we maintain acres of farmland, an urban garden, or a lawn, or when we purchase produce and meat at the store, we all influence soil health. 

While soils are complex, taking care of it can be simple. Come learn about the four core principles of soil health:

(1) Keep soil covered; (2) Minimize disturbance; (3) Maximize living roots; (4) Energize with diversity. 

Each principle builds on each other. We can start with one and implement each as we grow in ways that fits our lifestyle and landscape.

Join us for the second in our series, at which we'll talk about when and how to plant native seeds. We provided seeds at our first  program on January 25, but we'll try to bring some extra in case you missed it. 

Join your chapter board members for a planning meeting to determine the coming year's activities and discuss club business

More Information Coming Soon!