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Is It Too Hot to Transplant Fall Vegetables?
September 10, 2026September 11, 2026

Spring Bulb Magic is This Saturday This Saturday, September 12, I will teaching Spring Flower Bulb Magic live for enrolled students at 10:00 am. Learn how to grow Arboretum-worthy bulb displays in your own yard. I’ll share the best varieties, how to deal with squirrels, planting layouts, and more. This is the perfect time to enroll. See you Saturday! (Can’t make it live? You can get the recording.) JUST POSTED ON THE BLOG: To hot to transplant? September is the time for transplanting fall…

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Is It Too Hot to Transplant Fall Vegetables?
September 10, 2026September 10, 2026

September is the time for transplanting fall vegetables here in North Texas so that our plants have enough time to…

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When to Plant Wildflowers in North Texas (2026 Guide)
September 4, 2026September 4, 2026

There are many things that give Texans a sense of state pride, and Texas wildflowers are certainly chief among them. Learn how to bring home the magic of Texas wildflowers and create a wildflower patch of your own with these helpful tips and recommendations.

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How to Grow Broccoli in North Texas
September 4, 2026September 4, 2026

As the founder of The Dallas Garden School, I’ve spent years testing varieties and methods specifically for the challenging North…

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The Best Types of Garlic to Grow in North Texas
September 2, 2026September 2, 2026

I still remember growing garlic in my garden for the first time. It felt like magic! Especially because I had…

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Should You Cut Back Heat-Damaged Plants in September? A North Texas Guide
September 1, 2026September 1, 2026

It’s been a brutal summer here in the DFW area. Soaring temps coupled with zero rain really did a number…

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Seeds Not Germinating? Here’s Why
August 28, 2026August 28, 2026

The end of August is your last chance to start seeds for a fall round of cucumbers, beans, squash and…

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Best Hummingbird Plants for North Texas
August 6, 2026September 1, 2026

Nothing excites me more than seeing a hummingbird zooming through my garden. It’s one of life’s simple pleasures, and it always inspires me to add more hummingbird plants to my garden and make it a welcoming destination for them.

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How to Buy Seed Garlic for Planting
August 4, 2026August 4, 2026

It’s that time of year: we need to get our seed garlic orders in before gardeners further north buy all…

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A Safer Source of Lettuce: Grow Your Own
July 27, 2026August 4, 2026

If you’ve bought a bag of salad lately, you’ve probably seen the headlines. Another lettuce recall is making its way…

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