Grow, grow, grow. That’s what all gardeners are praying now as trees and shrubs promise to bring new life to yards once again. Of course there are fertilizers and other plant foods for sale this season, but one of the best ways to stimulate growth is by pruning. As they say, “Out with the old, [...]

Simple. Elegant. Gracious and charming…these are conditions the consummate Southern hostess aims for in home and entertaining. How fitting that these qualities can also be attributed to orchids—the subtle plant adorning more and more homes in our area as their popularity takes hold. Once only a hobby for the wealthy, orchids are now widely available [...]

 
Grilling gadgets are more varied and plentiful than ever before. It’s heaven on earth for grill lovers in hardware stores and on websites nowadays. Gone are the grill kits with mere tongs, a burger flipper and a basting brush. Today’s selection of barbeque tools would make Tim the Toolman from the popular TV show “Home [...]

By Mitzi Bible
Custom Design
“A fence can enhance the look of a house by complementing the home with style and color if you pick the right design,” says skilled ironworker Travis Nichols, of Nichols Welding in Rocky Mount and Smith Mountain Lake.
Gone are the days when you had one style and one product to choose from. [...]