How-to do Stuff

Follow these quick tips to make your garden glow and give your water bill a break. New Year’s may get all the glory, but to me fall always feels like another fresh start as kids head back to [...]

One of the most helpful things we can do for pollinators is provide them space and resources. Then, just let them be. by Bruce Venable  Most garden enthusiasts don’t need to be reminded of how [...]

The risk to our flying friends posed by human-made objects can be significant. But you can help keep them safe with these simple tips. by Andrew Barrett It’s a common sight in spring or summer, a [...]

A controller that’s been programmed incorrectly can swiftly drain your wallet. Take “control” of it and you’ll save money and water. Controllers are rife with hidden [...]

There’s plenty of help for using and programming your in-ground irrigation system. So grab a snack and beverage and tune in to these how-to videos. Although hand-watering or a simple hose-end [...]

Stop swatting and start enjoying your great outdoors. Use these methods to help prevent these biting bloodsuckers from hanging around. All the weeks of drought-busting rain showers this spring [...]

In Texas, a lawn is a precious thing — not a default groundcover to be wasted on side yards and medians. But selecting the right turf type makes all the difference. Despite all the wonderful [...]

Planting pollinator-friendly plants is just one way to attract these flora fertilizers. We’ve compiled a few more tips to help get you started. Did you know pollinating insects are [...]

Plants are resilient, so wait and watch. There’s nothing you can apply or “water in” to help frozen flora.  Clocks have sprung forward, sweet spring days have arrived and — despite the deep [...]

If you’re growing modern, ever-blooming roses like hybrid teas (including Knockouts and Belinda’s Dream), February is the time for renewal pruning. With Valentine’s Day fresh in mind, many people [...]