Spring is in full swing and everyone is ready to get their lawn and landscape in shape for the season. Take these 3 steps to healthy grass that looks and … Read More
Gardening for Newcomers with James Gill and Wyatt Page
We have a passion for teaching and seeing your gardening success, and we know that gardening can seem challenging to the beginner since there’s so much to learn. That’s also … Read More
Keith’s Swiss Chard Success Story
Last week Keith shared with me his Swiss Chard success story. Years ago, he remembers (I don’t) James and I gave Sandy & Keith a pot of Swiss Chard for … Read More
Top 6 Must Do’s for February
What a gift! Spring looks to be here early. Do these now and enjoy your beautiful landscape. Check out our February Garden Guide for more tips and remember that trees, shrubs, and … Read More
Top 5 Must-Do’s for January 2020!
Welcome to 2020… it’s Leap Year! One more day to enjoy gardening! We’ve collected our top January to-do’s to keep your garden healthy and ready for a gorgeous Spring. Check … Read More
A Sure Lift to the Spirits
Even though I love flowers in the garden all year long, for sure Fall and Winter annuals are my favorite. I think it’s because they thrive in cooler temperatures (just … Read More
Who Knew – Another South Texas Treasure at our Backdoor!
Our son Trevor flew in this week from the Northwest for a week of family time. One of his favorite pastimes in Portland, Oregon is disc golf. Who knew, Ingleside, … Read More
Protect Your Lawn – Recent Take-All Root Rot Sightings
Take-All Root Rot (TARR), or Take-All Patch, is a serious fungal disease affecting St. Augustine and Bermuda grass lawns in the Coastal Bend. I have diagnosed 4 cases in the … Read More
November Garden Guide
Beets, carrot, garlic, lettuce, mustard, onion, parsley, radish, Swiss chard, spinach, turnips, herbs Read: Best Timing for Popular Fall Veggies Alyssum, bluebonnets, dianthus, delphinium, hollyhocks, larkspur, nasturtium, pansies, petunias, phlox, … Read More
Top 4 Must-Do’s for November!
Time for warm colors, berried branches, bold flowers, & gatherings. Just a few to-dos now and your garden will be ready for fun, entertaining, & relaxation! Check out our November Garden … Read More