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Soil should be loose, well-drained, and rich in organic matter and nutrients. But what can you do if yours isn’t? Healthy soil is the basis of everything in the landscape and garden. But in [...]

It’s natural to be concerned for our shady friends in this scorching heat. Rest assured they’re pretty tough, but you can help them weather the drought. It’s a question that comes up during any [...]

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 [...]

How often you mow and how short you cut the grass can determine how much water you save — or waste. With recent rains, turf grass is still growing fast in south central Texas. If you haven’t [...]

Got new plants but don’t know how to get started? Follow our easy planting guide to get your flora flourishing. With spring underway, many of us are coming home from the plant nursery with leafy [...]

Even the hardiest citrus trees struggle to survive days of ice, snow and frigid temperatures. Those that do can benefit from a little TLC from you. There are many plants that can survive cold [...]

There are several fruit trees that are well-adapted to our climate. Choose wisely and you’ll be enjoying the fruits of your labor before you know it. If you’ve had the privilege of tasting fruit [...]

Prepare and protect. Those are the tasks to tackle now, especially if you have tender, non-native plants. Winter is coming, and it could be moderate or severe. Regardless of the extremes, it’s [...]

Recently moved into a house with an in-ground sprinkler system? Make a beeline for the irrigation controller and turn it off. Whether you just bought a brand-new home or one that’s new-to-you, [...]

Garden centers stock an endless array of hose colors, lengths and materials. Our guide will help you find the right fit for your landscape needs. Because there are endless options on the market, [...]