The Best and Worst Trees to Plant Around Your Texas Home
by Victor Wang Texas is a paradise for trees. From the piney woods of East Texas to the oak forests of Central Texas, the Lone Star State is […]
Read More →by Victor Wang Texas is a paradise for trees. From the piney woods of East Texas to the oak forests of Central Texas, the Lone Star State is […]
Read More →If you have a vegetable plot in your garden, you must have realised that irrigation by the garden hose is both time-consuming and uneconomical, as often more water […]
Read More →Every grower worth her green thumb knows her garden is only as good as the ground it grows on. But what if your natural soil is a little…lacking? […]
Read More →A thriving bee-friendly garden is more than just a joy to behold. Protecting pollinators is essential for their survival, the health of the earth’s ecosystems, and even the […]
Read More →Looking for a plant you can add to your home or garden that doesn’t take constant attention and care? Cacti are the plants for you. The unique cactaceae […]
Read More →We gardeners know mulching is important. It preserves moisture, moderates soil temperature and adds nutrients to the soil. Many of us don’t do it as well or as […]
Read More →This short infographic on installing drip irrigation is a good place to start if you’re thinking of conserving water in your garden. If you live with hard water, […]
Read More →Those of you who know me or have been reading The Herb Cottage Newsletters for a while, know I love to visit gardens. My most recent […]
Read More →Here in my area of Texas, from mid summer until at least the end of September, it is very hot, humid and stressful for our plants, […]
Read More →We hear a lot of talk now about the importance of pollinators. There have been numerous articles encouraging us to plant for pollinators in our garden and landscapes. […]
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