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Pests
Vine Borers Life Cycle in Virginia Beach
Vine Borers In Zone 8a, Virginia Beach, squash vine borer larvae are white to cream-colored, grub-like caterpillars with brown heads
Gardening
Changing Our Mulching Guidelines for Squash (and all Cucurbits)
For many years, squash bugs an vine borers have been an ongoing challenge in the community garden. Several years ago,
Gardening
End of Season Shut Down
Sunday Oct 19, 2025 is the official end of the 2025 Garden Season. ALL renters must have their plots prepared
Disease
Powdery Mildew on Vegetables in Virginia Beach
It’s early June and community plot holders are already reporting powder mildew on squash plants. Powdery mildew is a common
Gardening
Hose Etiquette
Follow these guidelines to keep the hoses in working condition and be respectful to garden plots and renters.
News
Straw for Mulching
Straw has been delivered for the 2025 Season! It is covered on the side of the shed (by the compost