This year, the Gardeners’ Dirt column will feature a different herb each month. Each article will feature an herb that was recognized as the “Herb of the Year” by the International Herb Association. All the herbs described in the articles will grow well in this area.
January 4, 2025 – MASTER GARDENERS – A REALITY: If you can dream it, it can happen by Nelda S. Hensley
January 11, 2025 – HERBS FOR 2025: No matter the use, Fennel remains attractive for gardens by Suzanne LaBrecque
January 18, 2025 – PLANTING GUIDE: Here’s some herbs of the month by Sandra Heinold
January 25, 2025 – THAT TIME OF YEAR: Scratching the itch to get out in the garden by Marcia Kauffman
February 1, 2025 – GARDEN BUILDERS: 2025 introduces new lunch and learn programs by Cindy Brewer
February 8, 2025 – WHAT THYME IS IT?: A look at this herb’s varieties and values by Kristine Oksenholt
February 15, 2025 – THE ‘OTHER’ BUCKEYE: This smallish understory tree makes Texas its home by Charlie Neumeyer
February 22, 2025 – BEE AWARE: More than honey bees are about to appear by Kathy Chilek
March 01, 2025 – HERB OR SCHRUB? The debate between gardeners rages on about Rosemary by Charlie Neumeyer
March 08, 2025 – HOT OR NOT? Hard core pepper connoisseurs know the answer, and the difference by Debbie Bruns
March 15, 2025 – SPRING PLANT SALE: Get ready for VCMGA’s long-awaited 2025 event by Linda Lees
March 22, 2025 – COME AGAIN? This curious-looking vegetable raises some eyebrows – by Dana Wright
March 29, 2025 – SHOESTRING BUDGET: Gardening with limited finances can prove challenging – by Heidi Bloebaum
April 05, 2025 – WISE CHOICES: How to beat the heat this summer by Carla Rodriguez
May 03, 2025 – VCMGA CAMP: Kids event remains fun for all and all about learning by Linda Lees
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