Did you know? Pumpkins are fruits, not vegetables , botanically speaking, because they develop from a flower and contain seeds.  The word...

White cascade and Red upright Vinca at poolside

The temperatures rise during May, it’s the perfect time to start planting warm-season vegetables that thrive in our heat and soil...

Money doesn’t grow on trees, but it might as well fall from the sky. A rain barrel is a great way to save money, conserve water, and...

In March, Monarch butterflies migrate through Texas, laying eggs before they die.

After a long and harsh winter season, rejuvenating your lawn and landscaping is essential to ensure its health and vitality come spring

Don’t be afraid to plant roses in the winter! You can plant roses if the ground isn’t frozen.

You can easily distinguish between adult males and females by their color: males are bright red, while females have more muted plumage. Generally, female cardinals are smaller than their male counterparts.

Fallen leaves get a bad rap, but they’re really helpful to a garden’s ecosystem.

Gardeners love perennials because they come back year after year and add color, texture and form to the garden.  The berries, seeds, and flowers of many perennials provide food and shelter for wildlife.

September is a great time to plant vegetables and flowers to enjoy as the temperatures cool down and the leaves begin to fall. Wondering what to plant, here is a great guide to get you started.

In north Texas, wild sunflowers are everywhere along the highway, and many are in construction sites, farms, and raised beds. Of course, some people grow them for the joy of having this sturdy plant to look at.

If you're looking to enhance the beauty of your landscape and find a plant that can withstand the Texas heat, consider the stunning array of Texas native plants

Are earthworms good for the garden? To answer the question, we must first understand what an earthworm is. Earthworms are small,...

Butterflies are delicate and beautiful, and they love to sip the nectar from flowers that are just as colorful as their vibrant wings. If...

Gardening is one of those hobbies you can enjoy your entire life, but as you grow older, some of the physical tasks required to manage...

Did you know we have three species of bluebirds in Texas? In the eastern half of the state, we have breeding eastern bluebirds, and in...

Spring is just around the corner, and children will want to get outside, climb trees, throw rocks, and have fun. Why not introduce your...

Juanita was a little girl who lived in the small village of San Pancho, Mexico hundreds of years ago. Juanita's family were farmers and...

Recycling is important in today’s world if we want to leave this planet for our future generations. It is good for the environment since...