Yes, it is time to begin preparing the vegetable gardens for your tomatoes and peppers! Work in Cotton Burr compost or Natures Blend to enrich your garden for the new … Read More
My Sunshine Flower!
I get my green thumb from my sweet, sweet grandma. She was an avid organic gardener long before the term was coined. Her beautiful vegetable and flower gardens mesmerized me … Read More
My Lawn Has A Weed Explosion!
Even though your lawn has filled with weeds it is not too late to apply a pre-emergent. The weeds you have now will put on a flower and drop seeds … Read More
Got Lawn Weeds?
Now is the time of year to attack those unwanted weeds in the lawn. First, fertilize the lawn in October to mid-November while the grass is still actively growing. Water … Read More
Best Timing For Popular Fall Veggies
It’s not too late to get your squash, cucumber and beans seeds in the ground for a fall crop. It’s important to get them up and going before a cold … Read More
Nasturtiums – Super Pretty & Easy! (Yummy too!)
It’s always fun and rewarding to find those plants that take care of themselves with just a little help from your hands. Say hello to nasturtiums! This simple edible is … Read More
Why Botanical Interests is Our Favorite Seed Company
Over the years we have tried different seed companies and have found Botanical Interests to be our favorite. Being family owned and operated, we share a common goal of inspiring … Read More
A Fascinating Field Trip to Los Ramaderos of South Texas
Sally and I, as members of the South Texas Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas, spent a very pleasant day touring Rancho Lomitas Native Plant Nursery and RV … Read More
Early Spring: Time to Fertilize and Get Rid of the Weeds!
Days are staying warm and our lawns are growing. Now’s the time, sometime in the next few weeks, to get your lawn, trees and shrubs fertilized. Great for the spring … Read More
How Do I Revive My March Lawn?
The 2 days of freezing weather did not help our lawns at all, but I think there may be more happening than just the cold weather. I am hearing customers … Read More