It’s About Surviving, Not Thriving
Last week, I released a new class called High Heat Handbook. It’s an in-depth look at how to help our gardens…
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Why Your North Texas Vegetable Garden Stopped Producing
Baffled by vegetables that have suddenly stopped producing? You’re not alone. Most gardeners assume that when they plant vegetables in…
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Fall Gardening in North Texas Starts Now
Fall gardening starts long before the weather cools down. In North Texas, some of our most important fall crops need to be started while summer is still at its hottest. Broccoli, cauliflower, and other brassicas should be started indoors in mid-to-late July, while August is the ideal time to sow winter-hardy flowers like foxgloves and snapdragons.
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North Texas Fall Vegetable Planting Calendar
The #1 secret to growing vegetables in North Texas is understanding that we have two prime growing seasons: late spring and fall. Here are two helpful schedules for when to plant and what to plant for a fall harvest.
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Texas Garden Checklist: Early September 2026
What to do in your North Texas garden in early September. The best plants for the season and essential tasks. Grow your best garden ever.
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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.
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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.
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How to Start a Vegetable Garden in North Texas
Growing my own food is one of the great joys of my life. My backyard garden supplies me with fresh…
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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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Spring Fruits and Vegetables, Done Right
The spring growing season starts NOW! This week, we’re celebrating the approaching spring season with classes for food lovers who…
