Above ground, plants stop growing in winter. But below ground they tell a very different story. During the winter months days are shorter, providing less...
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Just because the sky is gray doesn’t mean your landscape has to be! Once the leaves fall, you think of winter in gloomy, drab colors....
Beds:
Lawns:
No irrigation needed this week. Water once per month in winter on your watering day.
Warm season turf grass won’t resume rapid growth again until April.
December 15, 2025
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In this workshop we will cover the materials needed to start seeds of plants native to south-central Texas, as well as a few techniques to ensure your seeds have the […]
Join Eco Centro to explore a wide range of vendors offering sustainable minimal-waste gifts and decorations, participate in interactive workshops, and visit with environmental organizations offering informative presentations on everyday […]
Be inspired at the Botanical Garden and learn about the best seasonal plants and design tips for creating a beautiful, drought-tolerant landscape. Free with admission or SABOT membership.
Join Mitchell Lake Audubon Center and other members of the community to help clean up the habitat at Mitchell Lake! This can involve trail maintenance, removal of invasive species, and […]
Explore the ecological benefits of cover crops that harness nitrogen from the atmosphere, improve soil structure, and reduce the need for synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. Gain insights into harnessing the […]
Session 1: Mitigating urban heat at home Nancy Parrilla and Patricia Santos of Fuerza Unida will share how “Fuerza Unida Urban Heat Resiliency Program” is bringing down the heat in […]
Be inspired at the Botanical Garden and learn about the best seasonal plants and design tips for creating a beautiful, drought-tolerant landscape. Free with admission or SABOT membership.
You may have heard that plants native to central Texas thrive in poor soils. But just like any other part of your garden, healthy soils are key to growing a […]
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Jennifer Granneman
Above ground, plants stop growing in winter. But below ground they tell a very different story. During the winter months days are shorter, providing less sunlight that plants depend on […]
Kevin Pride
There’s no pressure to find the perfect present for this quirky gift exchange. Here are a few fun ideas that’ll make for a memorable experience. Everyone knows it’s better to […]
Casey Cuellar
Just because the sky is gray doesn’t mean your landscape has to be! Once the leaves fall, you think of winter in gloomy, drab colors. But just because the sky […]
Sasha Kodet
Protect your garden from a cold snap and keep backyard wildlife cozy with careful landscape design. Sweater weather is here! Wrapped in layers with a warm mug of apple cider […]
Malachi Leo
Poorly built systems waste 20% of the water they use. Ensuring they’re designed and installed according to state and local regulations helps manage our resources responsibly. Irrigation systems are complex, […]
Seth Patterson
You have several options to get rid of autumn leaves. But it might be simpler — and more beneficial for your landscape — to just leave them where they land. […]
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