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features
showcase home
OUTDOOR ROOMS Bring the indoors out for fresh-air living
MIDCENTURY REVIVAL Bringing new life to 1950s home
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BY CHARLOTTE A.F. FARLEY
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BY CARTER HEALD BENDALL
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READERS’ FAVORITES HOME’s first annual Readers’ Favorites awards highlight the area’s top providers of home and garden goods and services
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MULTISEASON PLANTS Plants to bring year-round interest to your garden BY BECKY CALVERT
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DESIGN
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30 FOR THE LOVE OF LEATHER
Home accents with fresh autumn style BY RORY RHODES
77 STYLISH SEATING
Accent chairs provide flair and function
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BY CHRISTY RIPPEL
114 BEST IN BOOKS
Design coffee table books to delight and inspire BY AMELIA POORE
IMPROVE
43 STAIRCASE SMARTS
Elevate the look of your staircase BY PAULA PETERS CHAMBERS
106 SCRUB IT DOWN, WIPE IT UP
The right towels for kitchen jobs BY MITZI BIBLE
GARDEN
38 COMPOSTING 101
Upcycle kitchen scraps into garden gold BY KATHERINE FULGHUM KNOPF
111 FALL LAWN CARE
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Autumn’s to-do list for a lush lawn BY JANE RENNYSON
LIVE
34 ON THE HUNT
Buying a house with efficiency BY KENDALL ATKINS LIVICK
82 SEASONAL FLAVORS
Warm, spicy recipes for fall dining BY MARSHA GALE
116 THE BEAUTY OF BEANS
A nutritional powerhouse for your pantry and meal planning BY SLOANE LUCAS
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40 YEARS AGO
Our Beautiful Story Began... 1980
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Construction of 36 cottages (1996-98) expanded occupancy and offered larger floor plans.
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Since our doors opened in 1980, and the first residents found their way to Westminster Canterbury, our campus has continued to evolve. Our vision is to provide a lifestyle that allows those who join our community to leave their cares behind and live life to the fullest. We look forward to the next 40 years as we strive to provide a person-centered quality of life to all who call Westminster Canterbury home.
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EDITOR’S note Here we are, our second issue of HOME magazine since the shake-up caused by the pandemic. While the world is still uncertain, while we’re still practicing great caution and care, here at HOME we feel more than ever that “the more things change, the more they remain the same.” Though nothing about the world is business as usual, our mantra has always been: Love your home. It should be the place you most want to be (even if you’re getting a little tired of it by now), and especially during times like this, we hope it is your refuge. We strive to provide you with the information and resources to help you make it your favorite place, as we always have. In that spirit, we welcome fall with our first annual Readers’ Favorites awards. You, our faithful readers, cast thousands of votes in late spring for your favorite providers of home and garden-related goods and services, and we’re thrilled to announce the winners here. We hope you’ll consider this a great resource and starting point as you plan your next project. Also in this issue, we help you discover ways to make your home your favorite place to be. We dream of spending time outdoors in temperate Virginia fall weather with features about indoor/ outdoor rooms, and incorporating plants with dazzling flora and foliage to wow your garden with year-round interest. We provide a delicious menu for a warm and spicy fall meal that can be enjoyed al fresco on a crisp evening. If you’re looking for some interior projects, our article on sprucing up your staircase with paint or a runner may be just
the project you never knew you needed to do. Learn something new in our article about beans, a nutritional powerhouse and pantry favorite, or be inspired to jazz up your kitchen-cleaning routine with some new-and-improved towels and scrubbers. (I don’t know about you, but my kitchen has never seen this much action, with everyone at home, and everyone hungry.) We may be “safer at home” but I also like to think of it as “happiest at home”—my favorite place to be.
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PUBLISHER’S note Our goal here at HOME has always been to provide ideas and inspiration along with highlighting the local businesses that can help make your visions a reality in your home or garden. I hope you’ll use the results of our first Readers’ Favorites awards published in this issue as a resource when planning your next project. Thank you to all who nominated and voted for your favorite home- and garden-related local businesses and service providers. In addition to honoring local businesses and gathering a great resource list in the process, it’s a treat for us to hear from our readers in this way, to get a glimpse of what’s important to you. In that vein, I’m wondering about your favorite things even closer to home. Do you have a favorite space, nook or unique feature in your own home? Perhaps a renovation, transformation of a room, or a special unique feature that you’d be willing to share with our readers? Maybe even that friend who has an incredible home you’d like to see featured on the pages of HOME? I’d love to hear about it. Or, did you have an exceptional experience with a local craftsman, business or service provider? Send me your story. We’re always looking for ideas and local stories to share with our Central Virginia readers. For now, enjoy all the tips, tricks and creativity in this issue of HOME. And if you need to call on a local business to help with a project in your home, please start with our list of Readers’ Favorites.
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hose of us who call Virginia home are lucky to live in a place where we can thoroughly enjoy the outdoors for three full seasons—or all four if the winter proves mild. Combine our great climate with a continuous quest for less screen time, and the idea of an indooroutdoor room becomes even more appealing. After all, when was the last time you thought you needed less fresh air? While we all love a screened-in porch or a sunroom, another option is an indooroutdoor room—the creation of a covered space outside that seamlessly blends interior and exterior living. A great open-air room offers the best in both: fresh air, scenic views and creature comforts galore. 2 2
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The concept isn’t entirely new. Frank Lloyd Wright, whose signature style famously blurred the lines between the outdoors and the indoors, explained it best: “We have no longer an outside and an inside as two separate things. Now the outside may come inside, and the inside may and does go outside. They are of each other. Form and function thus become one in design and execution if the nature of materials and method and purpose are all in unison.” If the words of that iconic architect speak to you, here’s how you can create a beautiful balance of bringing the outdoors in and the indoors out. Open up the possibilities
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PHOTO AND PROJECT: SOUTHERN LANDSCAPE GROUP With a desire and vision for an indoor-outdoor room with water views, the homeowners of this Smith Mountain Lake home transformed this onceunused space under the deck into a peaceful retreat. Two sets of sliding doors make it easy to access this cozy hideaway equipped with a fireplace, comfortable seating and ambient lighting. 2 4
If you’re interested in adding an openair room to your home, you’ll need to determine where this room can go. Are you going to create this new space from scratch? You might not need to if you have a place you can retrofit and turn into the plein-air room of your dreams. Start by sizing up your assets and evaluating which interior rooms are adjacent to your back or side yard. This might be the kitchen, dining room, or living room. Maybe you have a few large, lovely windows that look out onto plenty of backyard space. If you already have a patio or deck, you might want to repurpose it into a covered space to maximize enjoyment. If you have space outside your home that won’t eat into the rest of your yard or garden, you can likely create an outdoor room. To start, you’ll need a level space, but if you’re building the room from the ground up, you may need to consult with a professional landscaper or contractor to ensure a proper foundation. Whether this is going to be a DIY pursuit or whether you’re hiring a contractor, be sure that you’ve obtained the proper permits and permissions necessary to begin your project. From ceramic tile and brick pavers to poured concrete or artificial grass (which has come a long way since the 1980s), options abound. The ideal flooring will be solid, weatherproof, and help continue that seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces. If possible, choose natural materials that speak to the surrounding landscape. As you consider what needs to go underfoot, don’t forget about what needs to go overhead. Central Virginia HOME Fall 2020
A covering of some kind is important in these kinds of rooms; they offer refuge from rain and shade from the blistering sun. Not only will a roof extend the concept of indoors to the outdoors, but it will also help define this space. The question, then, is what will work best as a roof or partial roof? You might be able to extend the roof of your home over the designated space, and if that’s a possibility for you, then consider adding skylights.
Skylights are wonderful way to connect to the outdoors, maintain shelter, and bring in natural light. However, extending the roof might not be the most practical choice for your home. In that case, a canopy or retractable awning can provide adequate overhead protection from the elements. You’ll need an entrance and exit, and one of the best ways to link your interior to the outdoors is with glass. You may want to install windows (or
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This space allows the homeowners to enjoy the great outdoors while surrounded by the comforts of home: protection from the elements, comfortable seating, a cozy fireplace, a large-screen television and overhead lighting. A ceiling fan keeps things cool during hotter months. An outdoor kitchen and bar means no trips inside to refill the appetizer platter during the big game or movie night.
enlarge existing windows) to help you maximize garden views. On the other hand, you could replace your current windows with sliding doors or swinging French doors. To really up the wow factor in your design, consider glass bifold doors. NanaDoors is one company that specializes in such operable glass doors (think sliding or frameless glass walls). If your outdoor view is nothing short of breathtaking, then why not ask your contractor if an around-the-corner window would be feasible? Remember, the goal here is to increase your view and access to the outdoors, and the larger the view, the more connected you’ll feel to the outdoors. Whatever option you choose will be determined by your home’s architecture, your budget and your vision. A great contractor will be able to help point you to the best choices for your home. Central Virginia HOME Fall 2020
Create a beautiful, cohesive design
When it comes to setting up an indooroutdoor room, the key word is seamless, and carrying the look of your interior design into your outdoor design will help create a cohesive connection. Choose similar or complementary materials, trim colors, and other accents that will make it seem as if this room has always been a part of your home. You might even be able to use the same flooring in your outdoor room that you use in the adjacent room if the flooring is practical for outdoor use (like certain kinds of tile). Today’s outdoor area rugs are a far cry from the plastic camping rugs of yesterday, so you can easily find an indoor-outdoor rug that can work well in both spaces (Dash & Albert is a go-to for rugs that can withstand the elements). The idea here is to make it feel like the living you do inside can take place similarly in the out-of-doors, as if one room blends into the next. Every room requires comfortable seating, and this one is no different. There are so many great furnishings on the market, from wrought iron and wicker to furnishings upholstered in weather-resistant fabric like Sunbrella. But before you go shopping for new outdoor furniture, visualize how you and your family will use this space. Do you love the idea of dining al fresco three seasons of the year? Then you’ll need a large dining table that can withstand the weather. You might even entertain visions of an outdoor kitchen complete with a built-in grill and bar. With a few swivel stools at the counter, you’ll feel like you’re vacationing at a resort every time you step into the space. On the other hand, maybe your family wants to enjoy some plein-air entertaining and host the big game on the big screen while enjoying breezes and sunsets. In this scenario, you’ll want some kind of cozy sectional, an outdoor TV (yes, they make them now!), and a place on which you’ll mount that TV. You might simply want to feel more connected to the natural world and prefer simple furnishings, a café table, and outdoor lighting for you to read, relax, and while the time away. Whether you’re creating a personal oasis, an al fresco dining experience, or an outdoor family room, think about the ways in which you’ll most often use this space. With that in mind, outfit c vhomemaga zine .com 27
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This Lynchburg indoor-outdoor lounge is quite different from its earlier life as an unused patio with a worn-down pergola. The homeowners modified this space into a screened-in outdoor living room that opens onto a patio complete with a chiminea, water feature and dining area. By adding a fireplace, the family can enjoy using this room even when the temperatures dip.
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your space with design that’s both functional and beautiful. If the room is as comfortable as it is lovely, you’ll be tempted to spend your days and nights here. Speaking of comfort, don’t forget heating elements so that you can enjoy this room in the chilly days of fall or even during a mild winter. Larger hardware stores carry safe outdoor heaters. Sometimes called patio heaters, you can choose from electric or gas heaters, chimineas, or fire pits. Along the same lines, be sure to install a few overhead fans, which will feel like a lifesaver during Virginia’s hot and humid summer days. 2 8
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Soft lighting is a must-have for any indoor-outdoor room. After all, you’ll want to enjoy this space long after the sun goes down. Lanterns come in a wide variety of sizes and colors, and you can move them around easily if needed. Carriage lamps and basic deck lighting are traditional choices, and you can’t go wrong with candles flickering in hurricane glasses for ambience and charm. Outdoor chandeliers and weather-proof table lamps are also attractive lighting options. If you are one of the lucky ones with green thumbs and have a gorgeous garden or yard, then you may
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hen you think of leather in home decor, do you envision a traditional study with dark, masculine colors and heavy furnishings? Perhaps a tufted Chesterfield sofa, or a library chair with Queen Ann legs—cigar and brandy snifter optional? While it’s true that leather has been used as furniture for centuries, new shapes and applications make it very much of the moment. In modern interpretation, leather is a textural element, and its warmth is the perfect autumn accent. It can be utilized in a variety of ways to impart any feeling, from ancestral to du jour, refined to rustic. Using leather in unexpected ways, beyond the time-honored chair or sofa, can give your home an effortlessly stylish update. 3 0
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TYPES OF LEATHER
Common terms you’ll encounter when selecting leather: FULL GRAIN: The highest quality available, and the most expensive. It’s the top layer of hide close to the hair. Thin, will have natural blemishes, but ages beautifully. TOP GRAIN: The secondhighest quality. It’s thicker than full grain and has had marks and blemishes sanded away. Strong and durable. GENUINE LEATHER: The third-highest quality, also known as “corrected leather.” Lower layers of the hide are fused together. BONDED LEATHER: Made from leather scraps and shreds, combined with a filler and embossed for texture. Not known for durability; best for short-term uses. NUBUCK: Made from top grain leather which is sanded to produce a soft, velvety texture. Thick and strong. SUEDE: Comes from split leather (the middle or lower section of the hide) that has been textured to produce its distinctive finish. Softer than nubuck; open pores mean it’s easily stained by water and oil. VEGAN LEATHER: An ecoand animal-friendly option for the look of leather. Affordable, can be made from a variety of materials, often polyurethane. Will not patina; not known for longevity. ANILINE: Refers to the dye used in processing. Retains leather’s natural markings and blemishes, making it the most natural looking. More likely to scratch. SEMI-ANILINE: Processing with a pigment instead of dye hides natural imperfections to make it look more uniform. Lasts longer and is more resistant to water and sunlight.
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There are many fresh and imaginative ways to use leather in your home. Know that while there are a multitude of both fun and traditional colors to suit any taste, shades of tobacco and caramel are especially current in modern leather decor. In a bedroom, tufted headboards offer a cozy and classic vibe, while smooth and sleek lines can have a bohemian, West Coast or rustic appeal. A leather bench at the end of the bed offers an inviting spot to sit or drape a bathrobe and slippers. Leather-covered poufs and ottomans fit a range of aesthetics, often casual or Moroccan. Likewise, a leather stool offers a comfortable place to perch or put your feet up. For underfoot, consider a leather rug. They are generally hair-on-hide patchwork rugs in a pattern such as rectangular strips or herringbone, with tonal colors in grays and browns. Their pattern and texture make them a welcome addition to many spaces, including a family room, office or bedroom. Central Virginia HOME Fall 2020
Leather floor and wall tiles are a creative alternative to more traditional materials. They offer a warm, luxurious feeling and also function well for sound absorption, making them a good choice for movie or music rooms. Drawer pulls and cabinet hardware can be made of leather too, and look chic on chests of drawers, desks and cabinetry. They can be purchased easily online, but are also a fairly simple DIY project if so desired. Leather is a natural fit for desks, especially as an inlay, which offers a sophisticated touch. Desks with slender legs will balance the richness of the style; pair with a modern chair for an updated look. Accessories are a wonderful way to add a touch of leather to any space without a major investment. Throw pillows, trays and trinket dishes are fun and easy additions. Leather desk accessories are a stylish accent your workspace. A home bar gets a dash of panache with a leather ice bucket and coasters. Tooled leather, which is embossed with a pattern (typically flowers, vines, and leaves) is an eye-catching option. Though
more commonly seen in western wear such as belts, boots and handbags, it can be found in accessories such as trays and mirror frames. It makes a fun statement piece, and looks especially good when paired with silver. Care and cleaning
Leather can dry and crack, so it’s best to keep it away from direct sun and heat. It also needs to breathe, so never store it in plastic. While some people value the aesthetic of distressed leather, to keep it in top condition wipe it with a damp cloth and avoid contact with oil, including from hands or skin. Special leather cleaners and conditioners are your best bet for leather care. Be aware that some of them contain lanolin, which tends to soften leather. For suede, use only a dry suede brush, never water or anything damp. The warmth and texture of leather is an inviting accent to any space. Whether a furnishing or an accessory, full grain or vegan, there’s something to suit every style, taste and budget. ✦
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My young family of four is on the brink of a big move. THE move. The one that will shape our little ones’ childhood memories and set the stage for bike-riding mastery, make-believe fun, backyard campouts and first dates. I know we’re in good company. The housing market is hotter than hot, with some houses receiving multiple offers and going under contract within mere hours of listing. It’s worth noting, though, that haste can lead to regret. CNBC recently reported that almost half of American homeowners end up with buyer’s remorse, and a whopping 70 percent of millennials regret their most recent house purchases. One big reason? Settling for something that’s not quite right. In a sellers’ market with low inventory and high demand like this, haste is necessary—but haste does not have to equal carelessness. 34
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Oftentimes, house hunters hit the road and head toward their destination only to discover when they arrive that a certain aspect of the home is a deal breaker. Knowing those deal breakers and narrowing down preferences can save hours of time—particularly in a time of social distancing when there may already be a few extra hoops to jump through. Here, local Realtors offer tricks and tips to prepare, narrow down, and take action to sniff out and snag that much-anticipated next house. Prepare beforehand
You’ve heard it time and time again: Do your homework! Before even considering needs and desires, Nadine Blakely, RE/MAX residential agent, recommends knowing with confidence where you stand financially. “Determine if you are ready to buy or if you need to sell a home first,” she says, explaining that in this market, many sellers are not accepting contingency offers. “Get prequalified with a reputable lender,” Blakely adds, noting that this process, which can last a few hours and takes place primarily online, is essential to knowing what you can afford. Knowing price range up front can help identify the parameters of your search. Throughout her career in real estate, Blakely has noted a shift in values from “location, location, location” to “price, location and condition.” Of course, these preferences will be driven by buyers’ personal values. While the financial and objective aspects of home ownership—resale value, square footage, property value and mortgage interest deduction—are worthy of consideration, home buyers shouldn’t overlook emotional appeals that inspire the “home is where the heart is” feels. Kathy Terrell, sales associate and Realtor with John Stewart Walker, Inc., offers a house-hunting hack to narrow down the more value-based preferences. “I would say make a list of things that are important to you,” she says, noting that this exercise will help lead to clarity. Beyond that, she says getting out there and immersing yourself in possibilities can add a layer of realism and depth to the brainstorming process. “Look at neighborhoods. Read. Drive around. Look at statistics,” Terrell urges. Questions for consideration as you make your list could include: What features are you willing to live with and without? Where do you want your bedroom? How many bedrooms do you need? Will you need guest accommodations? Do you have specific flooring needs for pets? Are you looking for a home in close proximity to work, a specific school system, and other places you frequent? What kind of floorplan will suit your family’s lifestyle? Do you have any specifications based on hobby or professional needs, like a home office c vhomemaga zine .com 35
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In a fast-paced market, it pays to gather information as quickly as possible and communicate efficiently with your real estate agent. Popular house-hunting apps include Zillow, Realtor. com and Trulia. While these can be user friendly in terms of filters and notifications, lynchburgvarealtors.com contains the most recent MLS (Multiple Listing Service). This service can help you spot listings as soon as they hit the market. The minutes and hours between the time a house hits the market and the time it takes to be picked up by the popular real estate apps can make a difference when time is of the essence. Sometimes it isn’t possible to physically tour a home. Whether the house is too far away from where you currently live, you can’t venture out immediately, or time simply doesn’t allow, technologies like Zoom or FaceTime set the stage for a virtual tour. If you and your real estate agent are on the same page and you have a moment to hop on your device, you could virtually tour your dream home and lock it in without ever setting foot in the house. Act fast
When you do your homework by getting preapproved, gaining clarity on your preferences, and using technology for quick information gathering, you’re fully prepared to snag that right house when it comes along. But here are a few last words of advice. When a house meets four out of five of your top priorities, “that is a good house,â€? says Terrell. “There is no time to hesitate in this market with our inventory being so drastically low‌ Act fast if you see something you like.â€? âœŚ Central Virginia HOME Fall 2020
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Black gold, chocolate cake mix, and liquid treasure all sound like something we should want—and as gardeners, we do, since they all describe “compost.” Gardeners use creative nicknames like these to lend importance to the ordinary. 38
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Kitchen scraps, sticks and twigs, and old potting soil and leaves take on a whole new worth when you start saving them instead of tossing them in the trash. Those plants you forgot to water before you went on vacation, the old salad greens and shriveled berries in the back of the fridge combined with yard debris make great fertilizer for your plants. Compost is the best ingredient you can add to your garden, and best of all, it is free. All you have to do is start the habit and you will be hooked. Avid composters know that composting is easy once you get your housemates on board. Unless you want to be pulling vegetable scraps put of the trash, everyone has to agree to one simple routine. Inside, you need a pail or plastic container with a lid. Everything that is a fruit or vegetable scrap goes in there as well as coffee grounds, used tea bags and eggshells. When it is full, dump it in your outside compost pile or bin. There are many variations on the basic method. For a pile, place it away from the house in a sunny spot of your yard. You can dig down a few inches to make a hollow place to pile up the scraps to contain the grass clippings, sticks and leaves you will add. To keep the smell down, and to make it tidy, many people choose to make or buy a compost bin. Garden centers and online retailers offer a variety of compost containers, or you may have the tools and supplies on hand to make one.
To construct your own, find a plastic bin or trash can with a tight-fitting lid. Drill holes in the bottom for drainage and on the sides for air. Making compost requires oxygen and accelerator. There are commercial products you can purchase to speed up the decomposition process, but many composters believe adding natural ingredients such as old potting soil creates the best recipe. Worms are wonderful for your compost bin. You can buy red worms from a garden store or dig some in your yard after a rain. Place them in the compost bin with your vegetable and other leftovers, and place it in a sunny spot in your yard; you’ll want it to get 4 to 5 hours or sun each day. The more sun the better, as the heat does part of the work for you. The bin should also be within reach of a hose so you can add water if it gets too dry. Compost needs to be turned every week to keep it decomposing; turning distributes the oxygen and bacteria that keep the internal temperature hot. A pitchfork works if you have a big pile; a shovel is good for a bin or you can buy the composters you turn with a hand crank to rotate the batch. Just remember the three no’s when choosing the compost bin over the trash receptacle: no dairy, no diseased plants, and no pet waste. Moldy fruits and vegetables are fine. There are other recipes for homemade fertilizer that take less time to implement, or are good if you don’t have the
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outdoor space for composting but want that natural boost for your plants. Banana peel water: Soak 2 to 3 banana skins in roughly 2 ½ cups of water for a few days. The minerals leach into the water, which creates a natural fertilizer for your plants. Don’t dilute. Pour directly on plants both inside and in the garden. The soaked peels can be tossed or added in your compost pile if you have one. Compost tea: This easy-to-make fertilizer is an excellent source of nitrogen. Place 2 to 3 cups of compost (or old coffee grounds, tea bags and some old salad greens) in a pillow case or burlap sack. Put the bag in a large bucket with a lid and cover it with 10 to 15 cups of water. Let it sit for 7 to 14 days; then it is ready to use on your plants. You can dilute it 1 part compost tea to 16 parts water. Dump the compost back in your compost pile and start another brew. Straight additives: Ground eggshells are good to sprinkle around peonies, basil, lettuce, strawberries, marigolds and cabbage. Adding ground eggshells to the hole when planting tomato plants gives them a boost of calcium and helps fight disease. Ferns, azaleas, gardenias, camellias, roses and lilies love the acidity of coffee grounds scattered around the base of the plant. Tea bags can be added near the roots of a plant to retain 4 0
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moisture and slowly release nutrients as the tea and the bag decompose. The Bokashi method: If you want to be able to compost all—or almost all—kitchen waste, including meat or fish scraps, then you may be interested in the Bokashi method, which is gaining popularity. In this method, a cup of the Bokashi “bran” is added to a special accompanying bucket; this bran is an accelerator that relies on beneficial bacteria to break scraps down. Bonus: The bran makes this compost bin smell sweet, almost like fresh mulch. Like traditional composting methods, you place a full bucket outside in the sun. Within a few days, you’ll have two components in the bucket; a liquid natural fertilizer forms to be poured directly on your plants using the bucket’s spout device, and solids that remain can be added to your yard compost or used as mulch around the base of your plants. Natural fertilizers are easy and simple. You always have the ingredients on hand and once it becomes a habit, it makes your kitchen even more functional. Composting conserves our landfills, and houseplants, trees and gardens benefit from this black gold. ✦
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Carpeting on stairs is a personal preference. If you’re worried about slipping, it’s good to have something atop the tread—the flat horizontal surface of the step. Carpeting may also be the best option if the house’s stairs were constructed from lesser-quality wood, which may not be appealing when uncovered. If the wood is good quality, but you want to muffle sound, a runner will cover the center of each tread, leaving the ends exposed. For a formal look, you can add stair rods, which are metal bars that fit where the tread meets the riser, the vertical face of the stair. Stair rods are purely decorative—the runner is secured with glue and/or staples—and can cost anywhere from $15 to $60 per rod. The cost of carpeting or installing a runner can vary widely, just as it does with carpet elsewhere in the house. If your primary concern is to minimize slips, adhesive stair treads are an option. These are individual pieces of carpet or even rubber that are peel-and-stick (though the addition of double-sided carpet tape is advised). Pricing on stair treads varies widely; the thicker and more decorative the tread, the higher the cost (think $5–$25 each). For a formal look, consider bullnose treads, where the front edge wraps around the lip of the stair; these can cost as much as $40 each. Central Virginia HOME Fall 2020
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Terminology for the hardware around a staircase is a little confusing. Balustrade encompasses the railing and the posts underneath. Banister often refers to the handrail atop the supporting posts, but it can also mean balustrade. Balusters are the posts underneath the rail; these can be spindle (turned wood), pickets (square or rectangular), or columns (rounded or square). Often, balusters are wood, but they can be wrought iron, steel or aluminum. To change the look of a staircase, you can switch out the elements of the balustrade, moving away from traditional Colonial to a transitional or even modern appearance. Be sure to keep the overall decor of your house in mind; you don’t want a “country casual” staircase surrounded by Victorian details and furniture. The eye’s the limit
For the stairs themselves, there are myriad creative ways a staircase can be transformed. A classic approach is to simply paint (or cover with painted plywood) the risers white. A white riser against a dark wood tread creates a clean, crisp look. For extra visual interest, add a runner with a fun or unexpected pattern:
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bold stripes, faux animal print, or oversized floral in lieu of the standard Persian. For something more adventurous, consider painting each riser a different color or a different shade of the same color. An ombre staircase, in which the color intensifies (or lightens) as it ascends, is both fun and easy. Select a relatively dark hue and thin it with basic white, creating the shades needed. For a taller staircase, try a pyramid pattern, where the color moves from light to dark and then back to light again. If the stairs lead to a playroom or are in a garage, go bright with rainbow stairs, a unique and random line-up of bright colors, or even vertical color stripes in varying widths, using painter’s tape to keep lines crisp. For a formal approach, you can stencil a pattern on the riser, whether geometric or floral—floating, along the edges, or topCentral Virginia HOME Fall 2020
to-bottom. When considering geometric or repeating patterns, pay close attention to the color and size of the images. Small patterns that have significant color contrasts can create the optical illusion of movement; you don’t want a pattern that “swims” as you’re walking up the stairs. If you don’t want to paint…
Tiling the risers is an Old World approach, and this might require a professional for cutting and even placement. An easy and economical option is to apply vinyl stickers, which can look like tile but don’t have the weight, cost or permanence. Be sure to use vinyl stickers, however, as regular adhesive stickers are more difficult to remove. As with any other area of your house, the staircase can reflect your personality and support your home design aesthetic. Oftentimes, a stair update is a relatively small project that is easily managed, is cost-effective, and brings an unexpected impact in a much-used space. ✦
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CONTRACTORS, REMODELERS & HOME BUILDERS ARCHITECTS Platinum: Scott Glass Gold: Atelier 11 Architecture Silver: Architectural Partners Silver: Dominion Seven Architects
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LILLY CONSTRUCTION PLATINUM: HOME BUILDER Construction is in Brent Lilly’s blood. As a third generation builder, Lilly has owned and operated Lilly Construction for ten years—but had been building with his father, Deitz Lilly, his whole life. His company specializes in building custom homes as well as multifamily and commercial builds. As a local builder, Lilly enjoys the opportunities that the community provides. “Lynchburg is continually growing and changing,” says Lilly. “I really enjoy working with clients and being able to make their ideas a reality. Working with them through the whole process and paying extra attention to what details they are looking for allows me to deliver a product the client is very happy with.” In recent months, Lilly Construction has navigated challenges that have arisen from the pandemic, including the availability of some manufactured products used in their projects. Nothing has been insurmountable, however. “Low interest rates make it a great time to build your dream home,” he says. 5 2
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CONTRACTORS, REMODELERS & HOME BUILDERS HOME BUILDER Platinum: Lilly Construction Gold: F&S Building Innovations, Inc Silver: Gordon T. Cudd Construction, Inc
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MOVING COMPANIES Platinum: American Moving and Storage Gold: Five Star Moving & Transportation Silver: Moody Moving and Storage
PAINTERS Platinum: Walter Mahone Painting Gold: Harris Painting Silver: Bob Jones Painting Contractor
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BANK OF THE JAMES MORTGAGE PLATINUM: MORTGAGE LENDING COMPANIES “Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions a consumer will make in their lifetime, and it gives me a great pleasure to assist and guide during this process,” says Bank of the James Mortgage’s Senior Vice President/Mortgage Sales & Development and Loan Officer Bianca Allison. She’s been with the organization for seven years and has enjoyed developing relationships with her customers. “Most clients have no idea how much goes on behind the scenes, but the mere fact that they do not know means I have done a great job in making the process appear seamless,” she says. Obtaining a mortgage may be highly transactional, but it’s also one of the most personal and impactful things a person will encounter in a lifetime. Allison enjoys this personal angle to mortgage lending. “Everyone has a story and something you can gain from them,” she says. Like many industries, the mortgage business has experienced changes during the pandemic. “The industry is experiencing increased restrictions and guidelines during this time … Making sure all parties to the loan are kept in the loop on changes and next steps has been critical,” she says. While Allison says that most clients have been “very receptive and excited to take advantage of an incredible rate environment,” she looks forward to the time when traditional face-to-face meetings can resume. 7 2
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THE SUMMIT PLATINUM: RETIREMENT LIVING COMMUNITIES Celebrating its 17-year anniversary in August 2020, The Summit is a Life Plan Community offering a continuum of care that includes independent living, assisted living and a health and rehabilitation center. The Summit is a partnership between Centra and the Disciples of Christ, Christian Church of Virginia. Brenda Dixon, marketing director since 2014, says the campus is one of The Summit’s best features. “A trail around the lake allows residents to take full advantage of the natural surroundings with bird watching, walking, fishing and boating,” she says. Along with amenities and a beautiful setting, community is an important aspect of life at The Summit. “Although some residents maintain home gardens, a community garden and orchard allows the opportunity to work together, ”she says. In addition to serving its residents, Dixon says The Summit serves the greater Lynchburg community as well through activities like food truck round-ups in Wyndhurst, annual community firework displays, food collections for area food banks, and more. “Summit residents will tell you that they love our community; they live among friends that become family,” says Dixon. “The smaller community allows new residents to settle in quickly, and they enjoy the welcoming hospitality of their new neighbors.” c vhomemaga zine .com 75
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DESIGN accent seating
A CHAIR FOR EVERY ROOM How to choose accent seating BY CHRIST Y RIPPEL
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ccent chairs are the fun counterpoint to the functional sofa. They can impart a dash of whimsy to a room, providing a welcome spot for guests or a favorite area to curl up with a good book. If you are contemplating new seating for your home, you have more options than ever before, including chairs that swivel or recline, or accent seats that aren’t even chairs, like a chaise, bench or stool.
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If you want a reading nook, you’ll need a sink-in chair that invites staying awhile. A wingback, with its high back and curved sides, is a timeless choice. Originating in the 17th century, it was created to protect the occupant from drafts, so it makes a cozy reading spot. A club chair would also suit, since its original French name translates to “the comfortable chair.” It has simple curved lines, a low back and is traditionally clad in durable leather, though it can be found in any fabric. If you want something modern and midcentury, the Eames lounge chair is now a classic. Husband and wife team Charles and Ray Eames set out to create a chair that captured the look of a worn Central Virginia HOME Fall 2020
baseball mitt, and the curvy wood shell and leather upholstery on a swivel base was an instant hit. While you’ll find an original in the Museum of Modern Art, you can score a knock-off for a relative bargain. But whatever chair you choose for reading, you might consider either a chair with an ottoman or one that reclines for those long reading sessions. If you have an empty corner in your home that you want to fill, a beautiful chair that is as much art as a seat can fit the bill, especially if you don’t plan to sit there for long stretches of time. A Bergere chair, a French upholstered armchair with an exposed wooden frame, lends a formal air to a dining room or living room corner. A slipper chair, which lacks arms and sits low to the ground, can also play well in formal spaces. If it will be rarely used, a fine fabric you can’t use in the family room can have its place without worry about wear. An unusual chair, with an exaggerated profile, splashy fabric or both, can make a style statement in a guest room corner or in a vignette by the front door or in a hallway, giving you a jolt of joy when you bypass it, whether or not it functions as a chair.
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Scale can be tricky, and nearly impossible to get right if you pick out furniture in a big showroom without measuring first. A chair that appears small in a store with soaring ceilings can quickly overwhelm your space once it’s delivered. If shopping in person, take the tape measure with you, and if browsing online, pay close attention to dimensions. Consider visual weight as well, because a chair with chunky arms, a high back or dark fabrics might appear larger than it is. If you want a bargain, browse antique stores and estate sales. While a pair of chairs can be hard to find there, unique single pieces are easier to score. A coat of lacquer in a show-stopping accent color and some new fabric can make an old piece sing. Some vintage favorites feel fresh now, such as rattan and cane chairs. For an airy look, consider an armless chair, a transparent acrylic chair (sometimes called a ghost chair), a bench or pair of stools. If the room is tight on space but has a fireplace, a bench or pair of stools in front of it utilizes the space when the fireplace is not in use. And most importantly, when it comes to determining size, be sure you aren’t blocking the flow of the room. If you have doubts, consider putting painter’s tape on the floor in the exact size and shape of the chair you’re considering, and walk around it for several days. If it feels awkward, reevaluate. What kind of fabric do I want?
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If other seating in the room is neutral, you can inject color by choosing a bright accent fabric on chairs. If you are working with an existing sofa and neutrals speak to you, go with a coordinating neutral fabric, but don’t try to match your sofa. A match that isn’t perfect looks awkward, but coordinating neutral tones are soothing. If you have pets or children, performance fabrics like Sunbrella have come a long way and ease clean-ups. Chairs that are slipcovered also clean up easily and many can be thrown in the wash, allowing you to freshen them up periodically. If durability is a concern, examine a fabric’s rub count. Rub tests are done on fabrics to determine how much normal wear it can handle before it shows. For maximum durability, choose fabrics above 25,000 for frequently used chairs. For accent
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chairs in less-used spaces, like a guest room, it’s fine to select fabrics that are lower on the scale. What’s the style in this room?
When considering fabric and chair design, look at the other furniture in the room. Matchy-match is out, so it’s nice to vary furniture legs in the space. For example, if a sofa is leggy, consider a slipcovered chair with a softer drape. If the coffee table is visually heavy, a lighter profile chair with longer legs, or an armless one, can be the counterpoint. Variation creates interest in a room. If your style is eclectic, your options are limitless. Midcentury, modern, transitional and vintage-style chairs could all look at home in your home. For transitional spaces, modern touches can look fresh; chairs with streamlined style can play well with more traditional pieces. With a little forethought, a tape measure and some painter’s tape, you can ensure that your new chair selection will look perfect in your home, and will be enjoyed for years to come. ✦
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any of us are dining al fresco these days. The heat and pop-up thunderstorms of summer have faded, which makes dining outdoors more predictable and enjoyable. Fall dinner parties can be an unexpected seasonal delight, including appetizers and a cocktail near a fire pit, or dining in front of an outdoor fireplace. A pretty quilt or a burlap runner on a picnic table with lanterns or votive candles creates a rustic, comforting ambiance. Keep a basket of cozy throws nearby if the temperature drops while your guests linger over dessert and coffee.
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ool evenings give rise to cravings for warm food with the essential fall flavors of pears, apples, earthy herbs and spices, and roasted vegetables. A lot of flavors and great textures are packed into these company-worthy recipes, although you can easily make them on a weeknight for your family as well. This menu is simple and makeahead, so you can be a relaxed host and enjoy your own dinner party. Pear Pizza (8 servings)
Not your typical pizza, this is a delightful appetizer with pears and cinnamon amongst creamy Brie and salty Parmesan. It’s a starter, so you just want to whet the appetite with great flavor, not serve a heavy, filling pizza. Sometimes I add prosciutto and caramelized onions, but use a light hand distributing toppings. This is a true crowd pleaser! 1 thin Boboli pizza crust Olive oil for drizzling 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon dried or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme 1–2 pears, peeled and sliced 8 oz. Brie cheese, most of the rind removed, and cubed 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon (I just use the shaker top and sprinkle it lightly over all) 1/2 cup chopped, roasted pecans 1/2 cup shredded or grated Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper Arugula, optional
Brush crust with olive oil and set aside. Sauté pears in butter and thyme until soft, about 5 minutes. Cool slightly. Place pears evenly over pizza crust. Scatter Brie, brown sugar, cinnamon, pecans and Parmesan. Add a little salt (remember, the Parmesan is salty already) and freshly ground black pepper. You can place the ready-to-bake pizza in the refrigerator at this point so it’s ready to bake right before your guests arrive. Remove pizza from the refrigerator. Preheat oven to 450 (or 500 if your oven gets that hot). If you have a pizza stone, put it in the oven before you turn it on. If you don’t have a pizza stone, place pizza on a baking sheet. Bake for 10–15 minutes or until crust is crisp and cheese is melty and beginning to brown. Top with a bit of arugula for some freshness and color, if desired. I usually use a pizza cutter and cut into thin, pie-shaped wedges or squares. Serve immediately.
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Spiced Roasted Nuts (makes 2 cups)
A delicious nibble that goes well with a cocktail or elevates a basic salad, these roasted nuts pack some sweet heat. Spray olive oil 2 cups pecan halves 1/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed 1/4 cup melted butter 4 teaspoons Mexican hot pepper sauce (Cholula is our favorite) 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly spray olive oil on a baking sheet. Mix all other ingredients and spread on the pan in one layer. Bake 10 minutes until lightly toasted, stirring after 5 minutes. Cool and store in an airtight container.
Stuffed Acorn Squash (serves 4)
Roasted, caramelized acorn squash is stuffed with slightly spicy sausage, savory vegetables, toothsome farro and sweet apple along with salty Parmesan cheese and crunchy, toasted almonds. Protein, vegetables and carbs are all included, so there’s no need for a side dish unless you want to throw together a simple green salad, dressed with oil and vinegar and topped with Spiced Roasted Nuts. 2 acorn squash 2 tablespoons butter 1 cup farro 1 pound sausage (I like Jimmy Dean’s Hot sausage but use what you like) 1 onion, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 carrot, chopped 1–2 unpeeled apples, chopped small 1 teaspoon dried or 1 tablespoon chopped, fresh parsley 1 teaspoon dried or 1 tablespoon chopped, fresh sage Salt and pepper, to taste 1/4 cup slivered, toasted almonds 1/2 cup grated or shredded Parmesan cheese, divided With a sharp knife, cut the acorn squash in half and scoop out the seeds. Place squash skin side down on a sheet pan and place 1/2 tablespoon butter in each half. Bake for 1 hour or until the squash is soft and caramelized. Cook 1 cup farro according to directions on the package. Drain. Meanwhile, cook the sausage in a skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently and breaking up large pieces, until browned through. Transfer sausage with a slotted spoon to a large bowl leaving about a tablespoon of grease in the pan to saute the vegetables. Saute onion, celery and carrot until soft. Add the apple, parsley, sage, salt and pepper and continue 8 4
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cooking for two minutes. Transfer vegetable mixture to the bowl with the sausage. Stir in the cooked farro, slivered almonds, and 1/4 cup of the Parmesan. Once the squash is cooked, stuff each half with the sausage mixture and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan. Depending on the size of your squash you might have leftover stuffing. That is not a bad thing, as the stuffing is delicious on its own or atop some sautéed greens. At this point, you can cover and refrigerate the stuffed squash if you are making this ahead. When ready to eat, remove stuffed squash from the refrigerator and preheat oven to 400 degrees. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until the cheese starts to brown and the squash is heated through.
Apple Pie Martini (serves 1)
Pear and apple dry hard ciders are some of my favorite libations to enjoy in the fall. However, if you want a fancier drink that celebrates the season’s fabulous flavors, this is a tasty combination of vanilla, cinnamon and apple cider, perfect for fall get-togethers (or to enjoy with your significant other in front of the fireplace). 1 1/2 ounces vanilla liqueur 1 ounce vodka 2 ounces apple cider 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Dash of lime juice Apple slice, optional Cinnamon stick, optional Pour ingredients into a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a thin apple slice and cinnamon stick if desired. ✦
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MIDCENTURY REVIVAL bringing new life to a 1950s home B Y C A R T E R H E A L D B E N DA L L P H OTO G R A P H Y B Y M I C H A E L PATC H
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With three kids out of college and only one high schooler left at home, Amy and Jimmy came to the decision that they no longer needed their large, traditional, historic house. “We were ready for something different,” says Amy. She says they no longer needed all of the space in their previous home and were ready to “go all in” with a new adventure. This meant that they sold just about everything out of their former house; artwork, furniture and accessories were cleared out to start over. It helps that Amy, who was a studio art major at Sweet Briar College, also has an interior design degree. Jimmy is the marketing director for Bank of the James and also has an eye for design. With their talents combined, they set out to make a fresh start. Once finding the house that spoke to them, Amy and Jimmy asked John Vincent of John S. Vincent Custom Building to be their contractor. They brought him to the house and showed him around, bouncing ideas off of him. Amy says, “He immediately saw my vision. It was a great partnership.” Right off the bat, they knew they wanted to open up as many walls as they could and move a set of stairs to the middle of the house that leads to a small basement. Over the course of a year and a half, they added a bedroom and bathroom to the front of the house, and a master suite off the back of the house. They also remodeled the original master suite for their son’s use. This allows the family to do all of their living on the main floor of the house. Amy jokes that all of the changes were essentially “building a new house around an old one.” Right off the bat, walking into the Davis house, guests are met with a traditional midcentury front door. Originally Amy tried to source a door similar to one she had seen in a magazine, but she soon found that the price was exorbitant. Instead of a new door, Amy asked Vincent to add fretwork
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to the original door. Vincent added the detail to the back of the door as well. All original door hardware, the mail slot, and the glass blocks on either side of the door were left in place. Amy says the glass blocks were “something that really drew me to the house” and they needed to stay intact. A front courtyard garden was also added with clean, linear concrete pavers to mimic the glass blocks. The once-overgrown garden was tamed with new landscaping that features boxwood and laurel. Two solid copper obelisks that came from a downtown church made the move with the Davises from their prior home. They now flank the front garden. The foyer is flooded with light and all of the interior walls are painted white to further brighten the space. Wallpaper pops up in accents around the house, which Amy sourced from James T. Davis Paint and Design Center. Many of the doorways were raised to give the ranch a greater sense of height. All of the hardwood flooring which was original to the house was refinished, and the floors in the additions were matched to these. Such touches make the house feel cohesive and connected.
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The living room is the largest space on the main floor. In this room, windows line both the front and back walls, resulting in a stunning display of light. The room centers around a greenstone fireplace with modern abstract artwork atop the mantel in gold and black tones by Lynchburg native Megan Davies. A pair of gold sputnik sconces from World Market illuminate the art. Amy spray painted these sconces herself when she couldn’t find the color she truly wanted. To add a sense of depth to the room, Amy chose a green tufted sofa from Anthropolgie. Across from the sofa sits a pair of gold metal slingback chairs in white leather. The coffee table, purchased at Green Front in Farmville, features a teak base with a glass top. Atop the table are shells, beads and a Buddha head. Gold lamps with black shades adorn the side tables and a white faux fur bench adds more seating to the room. CB2, Etsy, West Elm and Pottery Barn Kids were among Amy’s favorite spots to look for lighting and accessories. 9 0
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The den, dining room, kitchen, art studio and mudroom are located along the left side of the house. The dining room sits in between the den and kitchen, and the eye travels the full length of the space. Amy and Vincent worked together to create a subtle room divider between the three rooms. Amy found a three-panel screen at Green Front that Vincent reworked into two screens to use to visually divide the space. In the dining room, midcentury wooden chairs with white hair in hide cushions surround a white lacquered oval tulip table, a reproduction of the original Eero Saarinen tulip table created in the 1950s. A capiz light fixture hangs above the table and an orange Oriental rug sits beneath it. An open-backed brass book shelf between the dining room and den holds a record player and records. The small den features another sofa from Anthropologie, this time a terra cotta-colored sectional on top of a hide rug. The family TV hangs above the raw-wood floating mantel. Aqua Pools and Spas, Inc. installed gas logs in the fireplace for cooler weather. On either side of the mantel, built-in shelves 9 2
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house vases and Buddha heads. Between the two windows in the room hangs original artwork by Amy. Featuring brightly colored, cubic abstract flowers in shades of pink, orange and black, the artwork ties the room together as well as links it to the dining room palette. Conveniently, Amy has an art studio at the back of the house. Sliding the barn door aside, in this small space, she creates work of great style and whimsy. When it came time to create a new kitchen and redo all of the bathroom cabinetry, Amy
worked with Tracy Kearney, owner and designer at Cornerstone Cabinets and Design. Amy says that working with Tracy was “fabulous” because “she will research and find anything you need.” This was the case when Amy found a picture in a magazine of gold banding around a stove hood. Tracy sourced the brass tape for her and the results are stunning. The cabinets are flat panels in a white lacquer finish with gold, angular hardware. The countertops are white quartz and complement the white, large-tile backsplash that incorporates
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brass stripping instead of traditional grout. Piedmont Floors was brought in to help with all of the tiling done in the kitchen as well as the bathrooms. The kitchen features two ovens and two sinks as well as a specialty cabinet to house all of the appliances so they don’t clutter up the countertops. A large island provides lots of deep-drawer storage and seating on white leather stools for less formal meals. Directly opposite the kitchen, on the right side of the house, the Davises added a master suite. In the bedroom, they vaulted the ceilings and installed French doors leading out to the back yard. A king-sized bed with a tufted fabric headboard sits in between two white side tables with custom made vase lamps. A sitting area features two pale pink slipper chairs, and a red chinoiserie cabinet hides the television. On a trip to Atlanta, the Davises met artist Vikki Weigel and commissioned a family portrait of their children which now hangs outside the master closet and bath. Done in bright colors in a whimsical style, the children in the picture are not painted to likeness but instead are representational of each. The master bath, as well as all of the other baths in the house, was a collaborative effort between Cornerstone Cabinets, Piedmont Floors, James T. Davis, and Amy’s creative mind. Design details include floating cabinets, modern sconces, gold hardware, bold geographic wallpaper and unique abstract art. Clean lines and high impact choices sum up these spaces. c vhomemaga zine .com 97
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Not to be left out, the back courtyard is an area of beauty outside of the house. The Davises wanted the outdoor space to feel like an extension of the inside, and as a result, the patio is accessible from all sides of the house. A screenedin porch along the back wall of the house was taken out and it is place a three-level patio was erected. White planters dot the landscape and white outdoor curtains make the covered space feel like it could be in Malibu. A metal sofa with white cushions, a hanging chair and a painted concrete floor add to the beachy feel. For privacy, a horizontal slat fence was added along the left side of the house. A house that was once the first of its kind in Lynchburg has found its way back to its roots, thanks to the loving restoration by the Davis family. This midcentury modern gem is beautiful, functional and extremely livable. It goes to show that great design will stand the test of time. âœŚ
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aybe they matched your decor perfectly so you just had to buy them. Or maybe your old ones are fraying, so you quickly bought the first pack you saw. Most of us don’t give much thought to what types of kitchen cleaning cloths we should buy, choosing them more for their looks than their function. But with the variety of products available today, we can be more intentional in our selection for the specific task at hand.
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Towel types THE OLD STANDBY: TERRY CLOTH
This multipurpose towel and dishcloth is the most common type and usually the least expensive. Take a closer look and you’ll see that this fabric (mostly cotton) has small, raised loops on both sides, making it soft and absorbent. The thicker the loops and the closer together they are, the greater the absorbency. Just make sure you buy a higher-quality terry cloth that won’t leave lint behind, especially on glassware. Ideal uses: Drying dishes and hands and wiping up spills THE NEW AND IMPROVED: MICROFIBER
Many claim these scientifically designed towels that came on the kitchen scene in the 1990s can do magic. With thousands more fibers than a typical dish towel, these popular all-purpose towels can grab dirt with only a little bit of water, but can also absorb about six times their weight in liquid. They can endure hundreds of washings when you take care of them properly. (They can also attract a lot of lint, so if you wash them in the washing machine, make sure you do them with sheets or other microfiber towels, and don’t use fabric softener.) Often touted as a green product, many don’t need chemical cleaners to work. They are soft enough for more fragile items like glassware or a marble countertop and now come in many different vibrant colors and patterns. Ideal uses: Almost all uses, especially washing dishes and wiping down counters, cabinets, and appliances THE DELICATE TOUCH: TEA TOWEL
This traditional towel got its name from its dainty duty of wiping down china for tea time. Whether you call it a tea towel or a dish towel, we’re talking about towels that are made of flat-woven linen or cotton (basically, smaller towels that aren’t terry cloth). The fabric is perfect for embroidery, so you can find some unique and special designs to decorate your table for multiples uses, such as napkins or trivets. Ideal uses: Drying and polishing dishes and silverware. Can also use between pots and pans to protect from scratches when storing and use to dry and store salad greens. THE OLD-FASHIONED BUT FUNCTIONAL: FLOUR SACK CLOTH
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THE GREENER CLEANER: SWEDISH DISHCLOTH
Paper towels are a common go-to, but if you’re looking for an eco-friendly alternative, this new material can save you from filling up the trash can. These super-absorbent cloths are made from biodegradable cellulose (wood pulp) and all-natural cotton. Ecologie’s version of Swedish dishcloths are marketed as “Swedish sponge cloths” and indeed are made in Sweden. They are sold as a single stiff cloth that softens when wet and purports to do the work of 40 paper towel rolls and five sponges. (If you have a small home with no place to store paper towels or thick towels and washcloths, this is a great choice.) They dry quickly, so they resist breeding bacteria and don’t create odors. They come in adorable, whimsical patterns. Ecologie’s products can last over 200 machine washes but can be composted after 6 months or more. People find they are less wasteful with their paper towels when they use these special items from across the sea. Ideal uses: Washing and drying dishes, cleaning up messes
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If you think there are multiple options for towels, there are just as many options or more for dish scrubbers. The gold (or more accurately the “silver”) standard steel wool isn’t going anywhere. It is best to use for cast aluminum pans and, of course, pots and pans that do not have a non-scratch surface. But many brands of sponges and pads offer a non-scratch product. The Lola brand makes a scouring pad called the “Wonder Scourer” that is good for wiping down kitchen appliances, cleaning your sink, and removing grease. Brushes are also getting the thumbs up. While you can choose a simple bottle brush for narrow glasses and jars, there are also many styles with soft towel-like tips that help with wiping down and preventing streaks and scratches. Google “palm dish brush” and you’ll find some attractive options, even ones with soap dispensers and stylish saucers for setting them in. Make it a combo
The ingenuity of our kitchen tool designers has been cranked up a notch with new products that do dual jobs. I have several dishcloths with soft microfiber on one side and a plastic mesh scrubber on the other, making it easy to switch from washing dishes with soft food waste to scrubbing hard, dried-on messes. Talk about multifunctional, some products available today are like the Swiss Army Knife of kitchen cleaners. I use a silicone scrubber with a textured pattern for hard scrubbing, soft silicone bristles for wiping down surfaces, and a plastic scraper at the end. (Search “3-in-1 dish scrubber” online). Replacing your tattered towels and washed-up scrubbers with a fresh set is an easy way to spruce up your kitchen and get the job done better, too. Some days, you may feel like throwing in the towel on your kitchen chores—and when you find the perfect one, that’s just what you should do. ✦
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FALL LAWN CARE
GETTING YOUR GRASS READY FOR WINTER BY JANE RENNYSON
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Your grass will continue to grow until late fall, so keep mowing until then. If grass is left too long, it could develop mold or fungus; if it’s cut too short, it will be stressed by cold weather, so it’s important to maintain the correct length. For the last few cuts of the season, lower the blade of your lawnmower to allow more sunlight to reach the crown of the grass and keep it from turning brown. Never trim off more than one-third of the length of the grass at any one time, and never cut it shorter than 2 to 2 1/2 inches in length. Continue watering your lawn if it needs to recover from drought or summer stress. A healthy lawn needs 1 inch of water per week, and the best time to water is in the morning. This will help the grass get stronger for the winter and dissolve any fertilizers that need to soak into the ground. Try to keep your lawn free of leaves and debris throughout the fall. Leaves left on the grass will get wet from dew and rain and form a covering that will block light and cause diseases, which can ultimately kill your grass. Aerate, overseed and feed
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oxygen, water and fertilizer to better reach the roots of the grass, aiding the development and healthy growth of those roots before the winter months. It also allows hearty roots to permeate the soil, thus thwarting the growth of weeds in the spring. Aerating can be done by a landscape professional or you can rent an aerator at your local hardware store. Be sure to use an aerator that extracts the plugs, not just punches the holes. Just punching holes will cause compaction of your lawn over time, making it harder for your lawn to absorb the nutrients it needs to survive. It makes sense to overseed your lawn following aeration. Some of the seeds will fill the holes and sprout, but even the seeds scattered on top of the lawn will grow and make for a lush lawn. There are always new varieties of grass seed, so you can choose the right one for your specific needs. If you fertilize your yard only once a year, it should be done in mid to late fall. Even though the grass seems to be growing slower, the roots and rhizomes (plant stem below the surface) are still growing fast and need nutrients to support them through the fall and then later in spring when growing season begins. A good fertilizer has a blend of nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium. You can have your soil tested to see what exactly your lawn needs, or you can ask the professionals at any nursery or garden center. If you prefer to use an organic fertilizer, choose one that is labeled Central Virginia HOME Fall 2020
“natural organic” and “slow release.” These natural products contain nutrients for your lawn that come from plants and animals, such as seaweed and bone meal. A walk-behind drop spreader is the best way to get full coverage of either kind of fertilizer on your lawn, and should be done three weeks before the last mowing of the season. A little effort goes a long way
Don’t panic if your yard is in major disrepair and you are overwhelmed at the idea of spending your entire fall trying to fix it. A beautiful yard takes time to cultivate, and you can always start small by filling in any bare spots in your lawn. Simply purchase a lawn repair mix, which contains seed, fertilizer and mulch, then rake the area, apply the repair mix and water every other day for a couple of weeks. You can also improve the look of your yard by eliminating weeds. There are numerous products on the market that will feed your lawn and control weeds at the same time. A healthy lawn will prevent those pesky plants from taking root. ✦
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COFFEE TABLE BOOKS THAT FEED YOUR APPETITE FOR INTERIORS BY AMELIA POORE
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oday, we do so much of our decorating and renovation research online. It can be easy to find a room-muse using social media, but why not invest in something longer lasting and (inarguably) more beautiful? So many of our favorite designers and artists publish the secrets to their inspiration in stunning coffee table books. We all love a good coffee table book—the glossy pictures, the instructive captions, and most of all, the added interest books add to our own tablescapes. Here, we’ve gathered are a few of our recent favorites. With everything from the classic style of Susan Scully to the good-vibes focus of Justina Blakeney, there is something for every style and every coffee table.
“Live Beautiful”
by Athena Calderone (2020) In her latest project, lifestyle guru Calderone explores how designers craft their own spaces. In each space, Calderone studies the initial inspiration and breaks down the details of the rooms, such as layered textures and patterns, collected pieces and intimate vignettes, to showcase the journey to a complete and comfortable interior. Calderone’s tips and tricks paired with beautiful and detailed photographs will surely get your creativity flowing. “The New Bohemians Handbook: Come Home to Good Vibes”
by Justina Blakeney (2017) In her second book, designer and artist Blakeney guides readers in bringing positive energy to the home, both through decor and practice. The book is divided into two parts: first, understanding the elements of achieving good vibes—clarity, flow, spirit, growth, and harmony; and second, a guide to designing spaces utilizing Feng Shui, symbols from around the world, and even crystals and flowers to influence the energy in your space. Blakeney explores how to affordably turn any space into a sanctuary by capturing the productive, soothing and inspiring energy you actually want to be around. “Living in Provence”
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across picturesque villages atop rocky hillsides. Included are master artist Paul Cézanne’s studio, Frédéric Mistral’s (1904 Nobel Prize winner) home, and the famous Hotel Nord-Pinus in Arles. The warm ochres of the natural stone and clay that have built the region’s homes for centuries and the minimal, cool and classic elements of evolving French design make this book an inspiration for the Francophile in all of us. “Wild Interiors”
by Hilton Carter (2020) Carter, a renowned plant stylist and plant care expert, guides readers through creating a lush interior garden that will not only look (and smell!) incredible, but can improve your mood and overall health. Hilton explores a wide variety of “plant parents” and their individual decorating styles and environments. From a tiny house in Venice, California, to a sprawling Barcelona home, Hilton presents ideas for all spaces and budgets, taking the reader room-by-room: plants that thrive in the humidity of bathrooms, the variable heat of kitchens, and the indirect light of an entryway or bedroom. “Southern Hospitality at Home”
by Susan Sully(2019) In a classic take on interiors, Sully presents a step-by-step and room-by-room guide to perfecting Southern hospitality in your home. Focusing on the areas where we entertain, Sully guides readers through inviting foyers and living rooms, comfortable kitchens and guest rooms, and charming and functional dining spaces. Sully’s goal is to teach readers how to craft their own classic and attainable style to exude welcome, hospitality and love in our homes. Along with beautiful photographs, Sully provides an extensive resource list of trusted architects, designers, landscapers and shoppers, as well as cultural anthropologists and “Southern home finders.” “Hygge & West Home: Design for a Cozy Life”
by Christiana Coop and Aimee Lagos (2018) The Scandinavian concept of hygge (pronounced “hoo-guh”) describes a feeling of coziness and contentedness. In their book, wallpaper designers Coop and Lagos explore different ways to infuse your space with hygge no matter where you are. Coop and Lagos teach readers the basic tenets of hygge-inspired homes: embracing nature, creating cozy spots, making plenty of space for loved ones, and imparting some personal charm into every room. With a focus on real people with real homes, “Hygge & West Home” will help you bring some coziness into whatever space you have. “The House that Pinterest Built”
by Diane Keaton (2017) In what is quickly becoming a classic guide to design, actor Diane Keaton takes readers on a journey as she puts together her own new home. Keaton draws inspiration from her past homes, her friends’ homes, film stills, book covers, pottery, and (of course) from her Pinterest profile to craft a dreamy space detailed in beautiful photographs. Keaton takes readers into the nitty-gritty of home design, from obsessing over bathroom light fixtures to mapping her kitchen’s layout. Keaton also explores environmental efficiency, providing great ideas for readers to adjust their own home improvements. ✦
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nexpensive to buy, easy to store, simple to cook, and versatile to use: Beans have it all. If you haven’t been stockpiling an assortment of these plant-based powerhouses, it’s time to start. Beans are members of the legume family, characterized by plants that produce a pod with seeds inside. Some of these common edible seeds include black beans, kidney beans and pinto beans, as well as their close cousins, lentils and chickpeas.
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Benefits
Beans and other legumes are staples of diets all over the world, and the anchor of many a plantbased menu. They offer protein, carbohydrates and fiber in one compact package. In fact, beans feature both soluble fiber and what’s known as “resistant starch,” both of which are key for gut health because they pass undigested until they reach your colon, providing food to feed your “good” gut bacteria. Beans are rich in folate, iron, magnesium and potassium, with additional nutrients like B vitamins, phosphorus, zinc, copper and manganese.
There is also significant evidence that beans have a measurable impact on preventing cancer. The American Institute for Cancer Research published an extensive analysis based on thousands and thousands of studies, reaching a key conclusion: Eat legumes with every meal. Not just once a week or even once a day, but at every meal. Choosing to eat more legumes also helps the planet. These crops decrease greenhouse gases, promote soil health and require less water than other crops.
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inhibitors and toxins that allow them to stay dormant for long periods of time; think about how long seeds stay in their seed packets before you plant them in your garden. Some of these enzyme inhibitors and toxins, like phytates, are what cause some folks to have gas after eating beans. To get rid of these, just soak your beans in fresh water for between 12 to 24 hours, with an added 1 to 2 tablespoons of vinegar. The acid in the vinegar helps mimic the germination process, tricking the seed into thinking it’s ready to sprout, which neutralizes phytates and makes nutrients more available during digestion. Remember that beans will swell to two to three times their dry size, so be sure to add an appropriate amount of water when soaking. After a long soak, beans are ready to cook. They can be cooked in a variety of ways. Boil them in water in a pot on the stove, or cook them in an electric pressure cooker or even in a slow cooker. Different beans and other legumes will cook at different rates, so follow the instructions on each packet of beans (or your appliance’s cooking guide) to determine cook time.
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You can find many mainstays in the canned and dried foods aisle, including black beans, pinto beans, red kidney beans and black-eyed peas. But here are some legumes that you might want to try, to expand your bean library. Mayocoba Beans: These go by several other names
including Peruvian, canary and Mexican yellow beans. They are thin-skinned and take on a lot of the flavor of whatever dish they are in. They are mild, creamy and buttery and make a great substitute for pintos in refried beans. These are usually found bagged as dried beans, but Goya and some other brands are available canned. Cannellini Beans: Also called white kidney beans, these Italian superstars are larger and more meaty than other white beans (such as Great Northern or Navy beans) and, because they tend to hold their shape and texture after cooking, they are great for salads and soups, including traditional Italian soups like minestrone. They boast an earthy, almost nutty 120
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flavor and make great bean dip when pureed with roasted garlic. These are readily available both dried and canned. Black Soybeans: Most people know yellow soybeans, either in their processed form as tofu or tempeh, or as edamame. But there is another type of soybean— black soybeans—which are extremely low carb (and therefore a mainstay in vegan keto diets) and can sub in where you might use regular black beans. They have a mild flavor, making them a great choice for salads, casseroles and salsas. They are also a great choice for homemade veggie burgers. These are somewhat specialized, so you may need to order online or shop at specialty gourmet stores to find them canned or dry. If buying canned, be sure to rinse well. Brands like Eden Organic pack beans with Kombu seaweed that needs to be rinsed before eating. Chickpeas aka Garbanzo Beans:
Close cousins to beans, you can find evidence of chickpeas dating back to Turkey around 3500 BCE. They feature prominently in a variety of cuisines, from Middle Eastern to Indian to Mexican. You can soak them for 24 hours and pulverize them in a food processor to make the base for falafel. You can soak and cook and add to salads, or mix with tikka masala sauce for Indian Chana Masala. Or, cook them until extremely soft and whirl in a blender with tahini, olive oil and garlic to make your own hummus. These are readily available both dry and canned. If you buy these canned, save the liquid after you strain the beans. That liquid is called aquafaba and can be whipped and used like egg whites to make egg-free desserts.
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repeaters and all-season rebloomers), most will produce a second bloom with deadheading and adequate water and fertilizing. The majority of these rebloomers are bearded iris, but other types, like Siberian and Japanese iris are also known to offer this feature. Some of the more popular types of reblooming bearded iris include the yellow Harvest of Memory and the blue Sugar Blues. More information on the right reblooming iris for your garden can be found through your local garden center or your favorite mail-order catalog. While some old fashioned and climbing roses will only bloom once a year, many more varieties of roses will continue to bloom throughout the summer with diligent deadheading, fertilizing and watering. You’ll want to stop this practice toward the end of August to help your roses prepare for the coming winter, but a few carefully chosen cultivars will add color to your garden all summer long. Clematis is another perennial with some varieties blooming throughout the summer. Available in both vining and non-vining cultivars, there are clematis
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are trees we equate with the coming of spring—particularly the dogwood, native to Virginia, that offers spring flowers, summer shade and fall color. Spicebushes and fothergilla are both native shrubs that bloom in the spring while offering color in the fall. Spicebush, a native understory plant, has small yellow-greenish blooms before everything else leafs out, attracting early pollinators with leaves that turn yellow in the fall. Fothergilla, sometimes known as witch alder, is relative of witch hazel. A hardy low-growing, low-maintenance shrub, fothergilla has fragrant brush-like blooms in early spring before leafing out in shades of blue and green. Come fall, fothergilla takes on hues that range from golden yellow to bright oranges and intense reds. Once the leaves are shed, their zigzag branches continue to add interest to your landscape throughout winter. While many hydrangeas offer color throughout the summer season, oakleaf hydrangeas are one of the few to offer fall color with their foliage. A native of the region, oakleaf hydrangeas are not as fickle as their colorful cultivated counterparts, being mostly unattractive
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to passing hungry deer while being able to withstand late cold snaps, droughts and other issues that plague other varieties of hydrangeas. Oakleaf hydrangea leaves turn beautiful shades of red, bronze and burgundy in the fall before dropping off to reveal a peeling bark that highlights a dark brown layer underneath. This peeling is normal for oakleaf hydrangeas, adding some texture to the winter garden. With over 150 species of viburnum, many of which are native, it can be hard to choose just one. In general, viburnum have lovely, often fragrant spring blooms, attractive foliage that turns brilliant shades in the fall, and colorful fruit that attracts birds and other wildlife. Many types of viburnum can adapt to various growing conditions and while they do best in full sun, they’ll also take partial shade. Among the varieties that do well in this area are the arrowwood, nannyberry and mapleleaf. All three boast white flowers in the spring (with the mapleleaf veering towards yellow), fall fruit in shades of green to red to blue-black, and colorful fall foliage. The mapleleaf, pink to deep purple in the fall, can grow up to 6 feet tall and 4 feet wide, while the arrowwood, with its yellow to orange fall foliage, can grow to 10 feet tall and wide. Nannyberries, which can be maintained as a small tree, can grow up to 15 feet tall, sport shades of burgundy in fall, offsetting dark blue berries. Trees also provide colorful multiseasonal foliage and offer interesting shapes or colorful skeletons during the winter months. One example is the shagbark hickory. Named for the peeling appearance of its bark, the shagbark hickory is an excellent shade tree that also produces edible nuts for both humans and wildlife. The coral bark maple, an ornamental tree 1 2 8
with lime green leaves in spring and bright fall colors, creates a pop of color in the winter garden with the colorful bark from whence it gets its name. Not to be overlooked for what they offer to the year-round garden are evergreens. There are hollies, whose berries keep birds and other wildlife fed all winter, as well as the stalwart Southern magnolia. Native to the area and beloved by many, the Southern magnolia is a hardy evergreen that is resistant to many pests and diseases while offering fragrant blooms throughout the summer months before those blooms turn into seed pods, with red seeds popping out in contrast to sturdy dark green leaves. There are also the edible native plants that lend more than just spring blooms and fall color to your garden throughout the year, like elderberries, mulberries, serviceberries and pawpaws. Beyond natives, there are a number of other interesting plants for the garden that offer color multiple times a year, like Josee and Boomerang lilacs or Encore azaleas, blooming in both spring and fall. Gardeners are drawn to native plants because, once adapted to the landscape, they are easy to care for, but there is an argument to be made for adding a few non-native cultivars that do well in our growing zone. Be careful to avoid plants that seem to do well but are considered invasive, like nandina. While it’s generally easy to care for, it spreads easily by root and its berries are toxic to birds. Gardens are an outdoor extension of our home. Creating a garden that’s attractive and appealing all year is achievable for even the most beginning gardener with a little know-how and planning. ✦ Central Virginia HOME Fall 2020
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