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VULTURES ARE BEAUTIFUL TOO!
On a recent visit to a park in south Dallas, I spotted two black birds cooling themselves among the geese and ducks who had gathered at a...

Marlene Byndon
Aug 24, 20232 min read


BUGs ARE GOOD FOR THE GARDEN!
Which are the most beneficial insects? We’re talking about bugs that are good for plants in the garden and eat pests that would otherwise...

Marlene Byndon
Jul 27, 20231 min read


YOUR PLANTS NEED NUTRIENTS TOO!
At a recent presentation on container gardening the speaker talked about the importance of fertilizer. Although fertilizing is not...

Marlene Byndon
Jun 26, 20233 min read


EXPANDED SHALE
Expanded shale is a soil amendment that is gaining popularity among gardeners in North Texas for good reason. It can retain moisture,...

Marlene Byndon
May 19, 20232 min read


IT'S GETTING HOT AROUND HERE!
A roller coaster of temperatures isn’t unusual for spring in Texas, but gardeners need to be aware of the impact of this year’s weather...

Marlene Byndon
Apr 19, 20234 min read


WHAT ABOUT THOSE USED COFFEE GROUNDS!
Many people choose to place coffee grounds straight onto the soil and use it as a fertilizer. Remember that while coffee grounds add...

Marlene Byndon
Mar 26, 20231 min read


ST. PATRICKS DAY AND THE OXALIS
Oxalis is a flowering plant in the wood-sorrel family, which is comprised of over 500 species. It can be found throughout the world...

Marlene Byndon
Feb 28, 20231 min read


WHAT'S UP WITH SUCCULENTS?
There are several factors why succulents are popular. The most obvious reason is ‘natural’ charm, as evident in their dominance in social...

Marlene Byndon
Jan 28, 20233 min read


OH CHRISTMAS CACTUS!
The Christmas cactus is everywhere during the holiday season, with good reason. I t's a blooming succulent that is easy to care for, has...

Marlene Byndon
Dec 21, 20221 min read


FLOWERS CAN BE PLUCKED BUT YOU CAN'T STOP WINTER
As cooler weather begins around the state, start preparing your gardens and lawns for the drop in temperatures. A good rule of “green”...

Marlene Byndon
Nov 22, 20223 min read


BERMUDA OR ST. AUGUSTINE GRASS
Are you struggling with areas in your landscape that are bare? Your neighbor has St. Augustine, and it looks okay, but you are not sure...

Marlene Byndon
Sep 27, 20221 min read


WHAT ABOUT THE WATER?
Plant water-efficient, well-adapted, and/or native shrubs, trees, and grasses . Choose plants that are drought and heat-tolerant and can...

Marlene Byndon
Jul 24, 20222 min read


Her-story Lessons
As the newest Historian of the Frisco Garden Club, I would say that I have big shoes to fill. Really though, my challenge is that our...

Frisco Garden Club
Jul 12, 20222 min read


Her-story... from a former Frisco Garden Club Historian
Frisco Life Thursday, March 27, 1997

Frisco Garden Club
Jun 28, 20221 min read


BLACK PEPPER IS MORE THAN A SPICE
Ground Black Pepper Pesticide Black pepper protects plants by killing or repelling various pests. A study by a Doctoral student showed...

Marlene Byndon
Jun 16, 20222 min read


TEXAS BLUEBONNETS
Lupinus texensis Texas lupine has larger, more sharply pointed leaves and more numerous flower heads than similar lupines. Light-green,...

Marlene Byndon
Apr 23, 20221 min read


5 TIPS FOR A BEAUTIFUL GARDEN DESIGN
(RESOURCE, BEAUTIFUL HOMES AND GARDENS) 1. Odd Numbers of Plants While natural things often come in pairs (two eyes, two legs, two wings,...

Marlene Byndon
Mar 13, 20222 min read


LOVE IN THE GARDEN
Even though the thermometer encourages you to stay indoors, February is a great month to get outside and get your hands dirty. You can...

Marlene Byndon
Feb 22, 20221 min read


OH CHRISTMAS TREE!
Long before the advent of Christianity , plants, and trees that remained green all year had a special meaning for people in the winter....

Marlene Byndon
Dec 28, 20211 min read


TALKING TURKEY
Currently, Wild Turkey thrives in Texas. There are an estimated 500,000 to 600,000 in Texas with the largest population found in the...

Marlene Byndon
Nov 22, 20211 min read
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