When we moved into our home in 2014, we never imagined our yard would become a thriving turtle habitat. Over the past decade, we’ve documented more than 20 individual Eastern Box Turtles using simple photo tracking — no paint, no tagging, just curiosity and care. Here’s how you can do the same.

Discover the top native woody pollinator host plants for Hampton Roads. Learn how to plant trees like oaks and cherries to support local wildlife and pollinators in Southeast Coastal Virginia.

Discover the top 10 nonwoody pollinator plants perfect for your Hampton Roads garden! Learn how these native plants can beautify your yard while supporting local butterflies, moths, and other vital pollinators. Visit Southern Branch Nursery to find these plants and more.