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New book From the Ground Up collects columns from The Indy by Virginia Beach’s “Farmer John” Wilson

August 1, 2022 The Independent News

BY JOHN-HENRY DOUCETTE VIRGINIA BEACH — I am thrilled to announce that the columns by my friend John “Farmer John” Wilson, who has written

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Agriculture Virginia Beach

Column: An unusual plant seen during my travels leads me to consider the azaleas of home

May 26, 2022 The Independent News

Ed. — From the Sunday, May 8, print edition. BY JANE BLOODWORTH ROWE VIRGINIA BEACH — I recently visited Twin Lakes State Park in Prince Edward County,

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Farmer John: Strawberries are a treat worth seeking out in local fields or growing in your own home garden

May 16, 2022 The Independent News

Ed. — From the Sunday, May 8, print edition. BY J.D. WILSON VIRGINIA BEACH — Nothing speaks of spring to me like a fresh strawberry. I’ve

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Farmer John: Native plants are a passion for Gunderson of Southern Branch Nursery — and lead to a better ecosystem

May 15, 2022May 15, 2022 The Independent News

Ed. — From the Sunday, April 10, print edition. BY J.D. WILSON CHESAPEAKE — Back when I farmed in Pungo, I knew poplar and maple trees

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Column: On natural beauty growing wild

May 15, 2022May 15, 2022 The Independent News

Ed. — From the Sunday, April 24, print edition. BY JANE BLOODWORTH ROWE VIRGINIA BEACH — It’s strange what you don’t notice until someone points

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Agriculture Virginia Beach

Column: As winter ends, a look at early spring plantings

March 20, 2022 The Independent News

Ed. — From the Sunday, March 13, print edition. BY JANE BLOODWORTH ROWE VIRGINIA BEACH — The final days of winter can bring cold winds

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Agriculture Environment Food & Drink Virginia Beach

Farmer John: The earth may be cold, but it’s time to ready a spring garden

March 6, 2022 The Independent News

Ed. — From the Sunday, Feb. 13, print edition. BY J.D. WILSON VIRGINIA BEACH — There is a longstanding practice of putting your potatoes into

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Virginia Beach

Farmer John: I’m recovering from a stroke but look forward to planting, composting, writing again

January 23, 2022 The Independent News

Ed. — From the Sunday, Jan. 16, print edition. BY J.D. WILSON VIRGINIA BEACH — One night in November, I awoke seemingly bouncing against the

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Agriculture Virginia Beach

Column: Doing battle with invading summertime pests

August 15, 2021August 15, 2021 The Independent News

BY JANE BLOODWORTH ROWE VIRGINIA BEACH — Sweet summertime brings beautiful flowers, homegrown vegetables and warm evenings on the patio sipping iced tea and admiring

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Virginia Beach

Column: DIY culture has taught me new tricks — even as lumber prices soar

June 28, 2021June 28, 2021 The Independent News

BY JIMMY FROST VIRGINIA BEACH — The best toys I had growing up were Lego blocks and an electronic science kit Mom bought me for

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