Not everyone has a large area in the backyard to garden, but did you know that most vegetables can be grown in containers. Clay pots, plastic pots, hanging baskets or … Read More
Get ready to garden!
It’s time to start planting your spring garden. This week we will have a fresh shipment of onion sets, seed potatoes, and a few varieties of tomatoes. There is also … Read More
Free soil testing for Nueces County Homeowners is back!
The City of Corpus Christi and Texas Agrilife Extension have joined together for another free soil testing campaign. Have you had your soil tested lately? If not, please take advantage of … Read More
Pre-Spring Do’s and Don’ts
Pre Spring tips…do now & save time later! Do Apply Pre-emergents Amaze or Hi Yield Weed and Grass Preventor with Dimension to prevent spring weeds. Spray All Seasons Oil to … Read More
Nature’s Blend: Our Secret Ingredient for a Happy Lawn
This time of year your lawn might not be looking so great. It might be patchy, or pale yellow, or just unhappy. Since St. Augustine grass goes dormant in the … Read More
January Do’s and Don’ts:
Do: Sharpen your Garden Tools – mower blades, pruning clippers, loppers, etc. Trim Shade Trees – woody shrubs, including roses Be Armed and Ready – keep a close eye on … Read More
Stocking Stuffers for Gardeners
Do you have a gardener in your family that you just don’t know what to buy them? Think about a new pair of pruners. Or rose gloves that reach up … Read More
Natural Ornaments For Your Outdoors
Here’s a fun project kids can do to attract birds to your landscape. Take natural pinecones, roll in peanut butter, and then roll in bird seed. It’s a little messy….just … Read More
Christmas Wreath Chandelier
We’ve all seen Christmas wreath vertically, but how about horizontally? Hanging multiple layers together can have a great ‘chandelier’ like effect. Just get at least two sizes and hang them … Read More