How to Grow Carrots in North Texas
In North Texas, weather fluctuations and heavy clay soils can make growing carrots a challenge. Carrots are the Goldilocks of…
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How to Grow Broccoli in North Texas
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
I still remember growing garlic in my garden for the first time. It felt like magic! Especially because I had…
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How to Buy Seed Garlic for Planting
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
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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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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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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Can Eating Tomatoes Help Prevent Weight Gain? New Study Says Yes
As if I needed another reason to love tomatoes. New research presented at the 2025 American Physiology Summit held in April just gave me one: it turns out that lycopene—the antioxidant compound that gives tomatoes and watermelons their gorgeous red color—may play a powerful role in supporting liver health and even preventing weight gain.
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How to Grow Bush Beans
Growing bush beans in North Texas is a great way to enjoy fresh, homegrown produce with minimal effort. These compact plants thrive in our region’s warm climate, producing good harvests even in small spaces.
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, bush beans are an excellence choice for North Texas gardens, offering heat-tolerance and adaptability to a variety of growing conditions.
