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2026 Class Schedule

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How to Naturally Control Pests with Beneficial Insects

A truly sustainable garden is created not just by using organic pest products, but by preventing the need for their use in the first place. Attracting beneficial insects is one of the most effective and environmentally friendly ways to minimize pest problems in your garde without the need for harsh chemicals.

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5 Little Things That Get Massive Results in My Garden

Part of my gardening philosophy is that only a handful of very simple things, when done consistently, lead to the greatest amount of success in the garden.

Only a handful of tools.

Only a handful of amendments.

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Spring to Summer: 5 Ways to Transition Your Texas Garden

The delphiniums and snapdragons are still blooming well, but the foxgloves and poppies are toast and have been pulled to make room for the ‘Indian Summer’ rudbeckia, ‘Mystic Spires’ salvia, and Profusion zinnias to fill out. These three plants will be the foundation of my summer flower garden.

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Gardening Gifts That Mom Will Love

Instead of giving your mom a bouquet of flowers this year for Mother’s Day (again), why not help her grow her own flowers? Talk about a seriously thoughtful gift! Whether she’s a bonafide garden guru or just discovering her green thumb, show your appreciation for her with an expertly-picked gardening gift that will bring her joy all year round.

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The Scientific Evidence That Marigolds Repel Tomato Pests

For a long time, companion-planting advocates recommended planting marigolds with tomatoes as pest control. Gardeners knew anecdotally that tomatoes had fewer pest problems when marigolds were around, but the scientific support for the theory just wasn’t available.

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10 Common North Texas Gardening Mistakes

Believe me. I’ve made or seen every gardening mistake imaginable. But mistakes in gardening aren’t necessarily a bad thing. I always say: if you’re not making mistakes in the garden, you’re not doing it right. Mistakes are how we learn, improve, and do better next time. Here are the top ten North Texas gardening mistakes that I see most often and how you can avoid them.

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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.