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 Join the ‘Healthy Soils, Healthy You’ Project
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By Guest Author
In Extras, Outdoor Living, Rebates & Coupons
Posted May 24, 2022

Join the ‘Healthy Soils, Healthy You’ Project

Scientists from the University of Texas at San Antonio will study how the microbes in our soil affect our health. Bexar County homeowners are invited to participate! By Allison Veach, Ph.D. The [...]

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 Winter Chores for the Garden
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By Guest Author
In Maintenance, Winter
Posted January 4, 2022

Winter Chores for the Garden

It may be wintertime, but that doesn’t mean you can’t spend time in your garden. Tool maintenance and prepping your landscape for new plantings are two tasks you can tend to now.   Winter has [...]

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 Managing Our Water: From Faucet to Gulf
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By Guest Author
In Event, Extras
Posted October 19, 2021

Managing Our Water: From Faucet to Gulf

Is a river still a river without water? Get the answer to this question and more during a webinar Oct. 21. By Gregg Eckhardt  How much water does a river need for its own health and that of [...]

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 Pave the Way for Wildflowers
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By Guest Author
In Plants, Wildlife
Posted September 28, 2021

Pave the Way for Wildflowers

A wildflower bed might be a great option for a sunny, well-drained spot in your yard. Sow seeds now for a splendid spring show later. By Jerry Parsons, Ph.D. Fall is the time to sow seeds for [...]

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 Herbs: Easy, Drought Tolerant and Tasty
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By Guest Author
In Fall, Outdoor Living, Plants
Posted September 21, 2021

Herbs: Easy, Drought Tolerant and Tasty

Many herbs are more than just drought tolerant perennials and groundcovers. They can also add a little zing to your fall cooking. Herbs are used not only for culinary purposes but also for [...]

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 Our Fuss-Free Plant Picks for Shallow Soil
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By Guest Author
In Landscaping, Plants
Posted August 10, 2021

Our Fuss-Free Plant Picks for Shallow Soil

Some plants fail miserably in thin soil. But these natives prefer and even thrive in these far-from-ideal conditions. by Kahne Cobarrubias  If you live north of 1604, you’re probably quite [...]

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 Bee a Friend to Pollinators
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By Guest Author
In How-to do Stuff, Outdoor Living, Wildlife
Posted July 27, 2021

Bee a Friend to Pollinators

One of the most helpful things we can do for pollinators is provide them space and resources. Then, just let them be. by Bruce Venable  Most garden enthusiasts don’t need to be reminded of how [...]

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 Make Your Home and Yard Bird Friendly
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By Guest Author
In How-to do Stuff, Landscaping, Planning/Design, Plants, Wildlife
Posted July 27, 2021

Make Your Home and Yard Bird Friendly

The risk to our flying friends posed by human-made objects can be significant. But you can help keep them safe with these simple tips. by Andrew Barrett It’s a common sight in spring or summer, a [...]

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 Summer SOS for Your Landscape
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By Guest Author
In Landscaping, Plants, Summer
Posted July 20, 2021

Summer SOS for Your Landscape

Follow these practices and you’ll have a beautiful landscape even in the warmest months — and be the envy of all your neighbors. Sun, wind, and heat can be brutal to unsuspecting landscapes. Now [...]

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 Lifeless Landscape? Perk It Up!
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By Guest Author
In Landscaping, Plants, Starter Gardener, Summer
Posted July 13, 2021

Lifeless Landscape? Perk It Up!

There are plenty of plants that don’t require a lot of water or maintenance. And many of them will bloom all summer long with very little attention from you. A hot and dry summer doesn’t [...]

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