Don't let fire ants ruin your summer, take steps this spring
Recent rains makes it a good time to control fire ants as this is when they search for food and build mounds, which makes them easier to locate.
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Rose pruning tips for stronger, more vibrant flowers
Roses and Valentine’s Day go hand in hand — so it’s a great time to give your perennial flowers some love and care. Regular rose pruning is essential to keep your plants healthy, vibrant and full of blooms year after year.
The colors and beauty of spring
Spring is here! How wonderful is this time of year? Winter wasn't near as drab as it could have been, with only a couple of severe cold fronts, but winter is winter, nonetheless. It leaves one to ponder deep thoughts in the doldrums of days short of daylight and nights long on darkness.
Spring into action by planting native wildflower seeds in the fall
by Texas Parks and Wildlife AUSTIN — One of the many things Texas is known for is the abundance of beautiful wildflowers that line hills… Login to continue reading Login…
Spring is the time for Texans to 'two-step' toward fire ant control
Paul Schattenberg Texas AgriLife Extension Service Spring is an ideal time to take the first step to fire ant control, said a Texas A&M AgriLife… Login to continue reading Login…
How to help beneficial insects survive winter
Susan Himes Susan.Himes@ag.tamu.edu Texas A&M Agrilife While a decrease in insects as the weather cools is a plus to many people, Texans should keep in… Login to continue reading Login…
Holiday gift ideas for gardeners and cold-weather garden tips
Texas A&M Agrilife Whether Santa needs some ideas for you or there’s a gardener you’re stumped shopping for, a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert… Login to continue reading Login…
The Lazy Daisy and the Sleepy Daisy
Bill Hancock Managing Editor BHancock@CherryRoad.com BALLINGER, Tx – I’m not sure what it is about daisies in Texas, but apparently they enjoy lives of leisure.… Login to continue reading Login…
Chinese lantern, lobed groundcherry, or purple groundcherry
Bill Hancock Managing Editor BHancock@CherryRoad.com BALLINGER, Texas — Rgardless of what you call it; Chinese lantern, lobed groundcherry, or purple groundcherry, Quincula lobata is a… Login to continue reading Login…
Spring is in full bloom at The Depot in Miles
Bill Hancock Managing Editor BHancock@CherryRoad.com MILES, Texas – The Depot in Miles has welcomed spring with blooms of striking colors, fruit trees, and new varieties… Login to continue reading Login…