Before planning a garden, you need to answer some questions. The most important question has already been answered: Should you plant a garden? Hopefully, the answer is a resounding "yes!" So, let’s get started. First, it is perfectly OK to Read more…
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Although we often interchange the words "dirt" and "soil," they aren’t the same thing. We found a great explanation from Soil Science Society of America: “Soil is alive with living organisms such as worms, fungi, insects, bacteria, and organic matter. It supports Read more…
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Ask yourself several questions before choosing a fruit tree that’s the best for you. Do you enjoy the pink rosy petals of an apple blossom? Is apple pie your favorite? Or, do you prefer figs, peeling back the skin to Read more…
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Have you marked the poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans) vines? Before cutting or getting close to the itchy vine, put on rubber gloves. When you're done using the gloves, remove and dispose of them, or, if they are hardy, you can Read more…
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Let’s get started planting trees. First, think about the tree's purpose — shade, beauty, etc. — and the type of tree. Keep in mind your surroundings: power lines, house overhangs, garages, sidewalks and driveways, septic systems, and water lines. Remember to look Read more…
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For millennia, humans have been captivated by the splendor and mystique of the moon, from werewolves and spooky monsters to high and low tides and “Houston, we have liftoff.” Did you know you can plant using the moon phases as Read more…
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Lions, tigers, and bears, oh my! Lilies, irises, and caladiums, woohoo! LILIES Once your lilies have finished blooming, you may cut back the stalk — but do not remove the leaves. The leaves will continue to furnish nourishment to the Read more…
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Problems in your pumpkin patch? You're not the only one. Daniel of Marble Falls writes: “I hardly get much pumpkin production, and then it looks like squash bugs or something come in and cut around the stem.” So, let’s delve Read more…
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How are your pumpkin plants looking for Halloween jack-o’-lanterns and desserts? Fun facts about pumpkin production from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension’s Crop Briefs: Did you know Texas is the fourth-leading state in commercial pumpkin production? And, 5,000-8,000 acres are planted annually Read more…
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Dogs are digging deeper and deeper in the dirt in search of cool layers. You look at your plants and then up at the scorching ball of fire in the sky. It’s time to pamper your plants. You find and Read more…
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