Let me tell you about a new plant introduction that performs really well in your area and is worth a look for its color, size and shape. This plant would be an excellent alternative for boxwoods and Indian hawthorne that have been decimated by insects and diseases in Texas.
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I know everything in our world is upside down due to COVID-19 and hopefully your family is doing well. If you are like me and the walls are starting to close in, you might like to begin dreaming and planning for when you can garden again. Containers to be the most effective should contain a thriller, filler and spiller technique of planting. You can use these same ideas for hanging baskets also.
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The weather is hinting that warm weather is about to return, but before it arrives, you need to prepare your irrigation before it becomes needed with the hot months ahead.
Read MoreIn a casual atmosphere with a cocktail in hand, Chef Audrey McGinnis with Every Girl Gourmet walked our residents through the culinary journey of a three-course meal. Some rolled up their sleeves and got behind the cutting board while others relaxed until the dinner bell rang. Big thanks to David Weekley Homes for letting us use their beautiful model home!
Read MoreIt may only be February but spring is around the corner. But before we discuss upcoming gardening activities, I want to talk weeds!
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The Holiday Season is in full swing and I am wishing all of you a Happy Holiday. I thought I would address some of the questions most asked by homeowners during this time of year.
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Our Harvest Horticulturist, Dr. Moon, has put together a presentation on Pruning. If you are looking for a step by step guide on everything pruning, click here to view his presentation.
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As a homeowner, maintaining your irrigation system is extremely important. It is your responsibility and now as we are approaching winter, it is a good time to conduct a zone by zone inspection of your system.
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Even though it is hot outside, school has started and the calendar is telling us we are headed into fall. I love fall, even though it can still be hot. It is Texas! I know your schedule is busy, but here are a few items that you need to work into your schedule to keep your landscape healthy and vigorous.
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The trees in your yard are the most valuable asset in your landscape. If you like trees as much as I do, and you want to protect this asset, the following information will help you care for your front and back yard trees.
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Yes, it is that time of year in Texas! The heat has arrived and all the beneficial rains have stopped. When I am on site walking properties, I not only feel the heat, but I can see the stress the heat is causing plant materials. Monitor your plants closely and if you observe wilting or yellowing, and your soil is dry, water!
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This has been an unusual spring and early summer. There has been more rain than usual and, thankfully, cooler temperatures. But, for those of you who have lived in Texas for a long time, you know the very hot and dry weather is coming.
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March is the month when we finally get to leave winter behind and concentrate on some of the landscape activities that will prepare your yard for summer.
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If you are looking for a new perennial to use in your landscape, UpTick Coreopsis is a perennial all-star.
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Homeowners are always interested in how to protect plants during winter cold weather where freezing temperatures are expected.
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First armyworms now grubworms!!
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October is a good month for working on your landscape. The weather is cooler and more inviting to do some needed annual chores without suffering a heat stroke!.
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Our very own Farmer Ross walked our residents through a delicious four-course meal.. We hope you enjoy these amazing recipes!
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Got weeds? In your lawn and beds, you may be thinking that because we are heading into fall, pesky weeds will not be a problem. This is a big mistake!
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All the recent heat advisories have not only been hard for each of us, but those high temperatures have been creating harsh conditions for all of your trees, shrubs, container plants and turf.
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