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With prolonged drought and shallow, poor-quality soils, the conditions of our region are not favorable for healthy grass growth. There’s a common misconception that every American home should [...]

One of the simplest ways to get rid of grass is to use the power of the sun. If you’re ready to leave the lawn behind, summertime is the best time to get rid of it — permanently. While many will [...]

Don’t be fooled by the moniker. Mallows are some of Texas’ toughest plants — and an easy way to add carefree color to your summer landscape. The scorching summer heat may take a toll [...]

Prehistoric limestone, fascinating fossils and dinosaur footprints — see all that and more on a short hike at Canyon Lake Gorge. By Carmela Cantu, Conservation Intern If you’re taking a break [...]

One major advantage of a drought-tolerant yard in blazing temperatures is the low maintenance. As the past few summers have taught us, a traditional American grass lawn landscape requires a lot [...]

While it’s always a good idea to paint fresh wounds with oil or latex paint, the searing heat this time of year helps protect against oak wilt. The scorching weather of recent weeks has a bright [...]

If you see overspray onto cars, walls and asphalt, your sprinkler system heads may have the wrong nozzles installed. Imagine taking a shower without the shower head in place. While you can [...]

Outdoor watering in a scorching summer can burn through cash faster than you think. By Madelyn Perez, Conservation Intern June’s unprecedented and unrelenting heat dome fast-forwarded us to [...]