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Gardening has the power to transform your life in ways you never imagined. At The Dallas Garden School, we believe that learning to grow a garden is about more than just plants—it’s about personal growth, finding joy, and creating change.

2026 Class Schedule

A month-by-month look at our live and on-demand classes. Learn more about how to enroll to access.

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Train Your Lawn to Survive Summer Starting Now

Here in North Texas, we’ve had a good stretch of rain lately, and that’s one of the best things that can happen for your landscape.

Right now, your soil is fully charged with deep moisture, which gives you a rare opportunity to set your plants up for long-term success.
Why You Should Wait to Plant Tomatoes

Yes, it feels like summer already.

Yes, I know your tomato seedlings are burning a hole in your pocket.

No, it’s not a good idea to plant yet.

April gardening in North Texas

Train Your Lawn to Survive Summer Starting Now

Here in North Texas, we’ve had a good stretch of rain lately, and that’s one of the best things that can happen for your landscape.

Right now, your soil is fully charged with deep moisture, which gives you a rare opportunity to set your plants up for long-term success.

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Wanna Beat Squash Vine Borers? You Need to Start Now

The squash vine borer (Melittia cucurbitae) is day-flying moth with orange-and-black markings that lays eggs at the base of cucurbit plants (squash, pumpkins) in early summer. Larvae bore into stems, causing sudden wilting. If damage is bad enough, it can kill a large plant overnight.

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North Texas Vegetable Planting Calendar

There are two prime growing seasons in North Texas: spring and fall. Here are two helpful schedules for what and when to plant for a spring harvest. The first schedule is organized by date, the second schedule is organized by crop.

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Guide to Growing Cucumbers in North Texas

I love growing cucumbers, and my pantry is stacked floor to ceiling with pickle jars to prove it! If you’re eager to enjoy a bountiful harvest of fresh, crisp cucumbers from your own garden, I’ve got you covered. Here is a comprehensive guide to growing cucumbers in North Texas.

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Love Gomphrena? Here’s How To Grow It From Seed

A growing awareness of the environmental impacts of the traditional cut flower industry is turning many sustainability-minded North Texans to growing their own cut flowers at home. One old-fashioned flower quickly becoming a favorite of North Texas’ hobby floral farmers thanks to innovations in breeding and its low input requirements is gomphrena.

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How To Grow Cosmos in North Texas

Cosmos are quintessential cottage garden flowers that thrive in our hot North Texas summers. Here is a quick guide to growing cosmos in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.

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The 2026 North Texas Garden Planner gives you a clear path month by month, with timely tasks, planting guidance, and space to track what matters. It removes the guesswork so you can grow with confidence, stay organized, and enjoy a more productive, beautiful garden all year.

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Shrub Pruning Essentials – The Dallas Garden School

Pruning shrubs is one of the most misunderstood tasks in the North Texas garden. Many homeowners reach for the hedge trimmers without realizing that the wrong pruning method or timing can eliminate blooms, damage plant structure, or weaken the shrub over time. In this episode, I walk through how to prune shrubs correctly in late winter and early spring, the most common mistakes I see in North Texas landscapes, and the simple principles that will keep your shrubs healthy, beautiful, and properly shaped. In this episode, you’ll learn: • How to determine the right time to prune shrubs, especially flowering shrubs that bloom on old wood • The difference between shearing shrubs and selective pruning, and why most plants need a combination of both • The simple “Three D’s” rule for pruning • Why aggressive pruning practices weaken plants and reduce flowering Resources mentioned in this episode: The 2026 North Texas Garden Planner Plan, track, and manage your garden with region-specific planting schedules and weekly task lists. https://thedallasgarden.com Dallas Garden School Enrollment Get access to all live classes, replays, and the full on-demand library of more than forty gardening classes. https://learn.thedallasgarden.com/enroll-in-the-dallas-garden-school Website https://thedallasgarden.com Instagram https://instagram.com/thedallasgardenschool If you found this episode helpful, be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast. Reviews help more North Texas gardeners discover practical, research-based advice for growing beautiful and productive gardens.