When does spring arrive here in Galveston County? That depends on whom you ask and how they gauge the arrival of spring. For some gardeners, the distinctive flush of flowers …
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Last weekend was likely a pleasant and busy one for most gardeners as they cleaned up landscapes damaged by winter’s freezing temperatures. Many plants in home landscapes may appear to …
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The first day of spring will arrive in a few days (March 20 at 11:15 p.m., according to the astronomical definition). From a gardening perspective, the exact timing of “spring” …
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The following March 2018 Master Gardener Programs are free to the public. Galveston County AgriLife Extension Office in Carbide Park, exceptions are noted in the class description 4102 Main Street …
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The winter season has provided something for everyone: days warm enough to turn on the air conditioner then nights cool enough to have to turn on the heating system. We’ve …
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A cold snap arrived as the New Year started. Nighttime temperatures in my home landscape dropped into the low twenties for a few hours. After moving cold sensitive plants indoors, …
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When did our landscapes move North? Are we not situated on the balmy Gulf Coast of Texas? Should our USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map rating be changed? Our area received …
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The New Year will soon arrive. Experienced gardeners are already tending productive winter gardens and look forward to the spring, summer and fall gardening season. Over the last weekend, I …
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The time is at hand to deck the halls for the Holiday Season. Christmas is fast approaching. Do you have the mistletoe, holly, and yule tree ready yet? Few of …
