Author: Elizabeth McCoy

Susceptibility of Plants to Deer Damage

James City County-Williamsburg Master Gardeners conducted a survey of local residents in order to identify the shrubs, perennials, bulbs and annuals that are often or sometimes browsed by deer in this area, as well as those that usually are not. Among the participants of the survey were landscapers and other professionals, Master Gardeners, members of all local garden clubs, and other residents of neighborhoods where deer damage occurs. The lists below are based on the participants’ personal experiences while living...

Boxwood: An Historic Shrub

Boxwood: An Historic Shrub for Williamsburg Gardens By Shirley Livingston, Master Gardener Volunteer Many James City County residents, influenced by historic gardens in this area, have boxwood plantings in their gardens. Although boxwood is considered to be a low-maintenance shrub, it is subject to a number of diseases that can be minimized by knowing your plant and its growing requirements. Boxwood was introduced to North America from Europe in the mid-1600s and soon became a popular plant in formal gardens...