Latest Contributing Articles
Nov 6, 2009
Winter Garden Flowers for Texas Landscapes: Plant Cold Weather Tolerant Flowering Annuals for Winter Color
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Brown
Nov 5, 2009
How to Kill Crab Grass for a Beautiful Lawn: Get Rid of Finger Grass With Pre and Post-emergence Herbicides
In: Gardening Techniques
By: Candice Gillingwater
Nov 4, 2009
How to Grow Trees and Shrubs from Seed. Special Treatments to Aid Germination and Ensure a Green Future.
In: Gardening Techniques
By: David Haigh
Nov 2, 2009
Plant Ground Covers for Low Maintenance Rewards: Cover Ground with Perennial Drought Resistant Grass Substitutes
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Ellis
Nov 1, 2009
Creating Compost for Gardens and Yards: Turn Organic Garbage Scraps into Nutrient-Rich Soil
In: Gardening Techniques
By:  Michael Vyskocil
Oct 31, 2009
Texas Landscape Design Principles: Add Value and Style to a Texas Residence with Landscape Gardening
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Brown
Oct 30, 2009
How to Grow a Healthy Green Lawn: Beautiful Lawns with a Few Simple Steps
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Lorraine Syratt
Oct 30, 2009
Texas Organic Lawn Care: Keep Texas Lawns Beautiful and Safe Without Harmful Chemicals
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Brown
Oct 27, 2009
Landscaping Slopes in Full Sun: Cover Steep Sites with Ground Covers in Your Home Garden Landscape
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Ellis
Oct 25, 2009
Important North American Landscape Architects: Pioneering Designers of the American Environment and Landscape
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Bell
Oct 24, 2009
Christmas in a Winter Garden: Twigs and Evergreen Boughs add a Festive Look to a Snowy Landscape
In: Garden Styles
By: Lorraine Syratt
Oct 23, 2009
Beautify Your Shade Garden with Ground Covers: Landscape Dry Shade Sites With Perennials That Cover Ground
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Ellis
Oct 23, 2009
Organic Landscaping Guidance for the Homeowner: What Homeowners Need to Know
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Elizabeth Adams Miller
Oct 23, 2009
Fig Tree Problems: Diseases and Problems of Ficus Trees, and Ficus Care
In: Tree Care
By: Linda Gentile
Oct 22, 2009
The Role of the Landscape Professional: Is a Landscaping Professional a Necessary Expense?
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Bell
Oct 21, 2009
Reduce Lawn Care Chores with Ground Covers: Covering Ground to Create a Low Maintenance Lawn
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Ellis
Oct 20, 2009
The Benefits of Landscaping for Outdoor Living: Designing Outdoor Spaces, Installing Gardens, Maintaining Landscapes
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Richard Freeland
Oct 20, 2009
Six Elements to Complete the Garden Design: Structure and Ornament for the Finishing Touch in the Landscape Plan
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Lorraine Syratt
Oct 19, 2009
Starting a Christmas Tree Plot in the Garden: Begin an Annual Family Tradition Growing Evergreens for the Holidays
In: Trees
By: Lorraine Syratt
Oct 19, 2009
How to Age Garden Stone and Concrete: Add History to Hardscapes with Manure, Moss, Yogurt and Buttermilk
In: Garden Hardscaping
By: Lorraine Syratt
Oct 19, 2009
Using Garden Ruins and Follies in the Landscape: Romancing the Stone for a Design with Instant History
In: Garden Styles
By: Lorraine Syratt
Oct 19, 2009
Landscape Design Software: Visualize Completed Landscape Before Planting
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Brown
Oct 18, 2009
The Importance of Knowing an Acorn: Acorns - California’s Staff of Life
In: Trees
By: Yana Marshall
Oct 16, 2009
Creative Fall Gardening Projects: Garden Now to Ease the Work of Spring
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Lorraine Syratt
Oct 14, 2009
How to Make a Private Garden Nursery: Propagate Plants by Seed or Cuttings to Increase Stock for Free
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Lorraine Syratt
Oct 13, 2009
Reclaiming an Old Apple Tree: Bring a Fruit Tree Back to Life and Harvest the Rewards
In: Tree Care
By: Polly White
Oct 12, 2009
"Has Emerald Ash Borer Infested My Ash Trees?": Quick & Easy Leaf Identification Helps to Prevent, Treat EAB Damage
In: Tree Care
By: Angela Zito
Oct 8, 2009
How to Select a Landscape Architect: Professionals Help Residential Landscapes Add Value and Beauty
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Brown
Oct 8, 2009
How to Prepare a Garden for Winter: Tips on Getting Outdoor Landscaping Ready for Cold Weather
In: Gardening Techniques
By: Bailey Shoemaker Richards
Oct 8, 2009
Selecting Ornamental Plants for Texas Landscapes: Choose Decorative Plants That Provide Long Lasting Visual Appeal
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Brown
Oct 6, 2009
Xeriscape - Landscapes for North Texas: Use Water Saving Practices and Native Plants for a Smart Yard Design
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Brown
Oct 5, 2009
Correctly Remove an Out of Control Wisteria Vine: Step by Step How to Eliminate a Troublesome Wisteria Plant
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Sarah Smith
Oct 5, 2009
10 Reasons to Use Mulch in the Landscape: The Benefits of Placing Bark, Pine Needles or Straw Under Plants
In: Gardening Techniques
By: Richard Freeland
Oct 5, 2009
Fall Clean-up in the Garden: Tips for Cleaning and Tidying in Preparation for Winter
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Lorraine Syratt
Oct 4, 2009
How to Protect Perennials and Roses for Winter: Putting the Garden to Bed for the Season
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Lorraine Syratt
Oct 3, 2009
Diagnosing and Treating Crape Myrtle Problems: Crepe Myrtles - Insect and Disease Challenges for Hardy Plants
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Brown
Oct 2, 2009
Propagating Plants for Free: From Apple Trees to Herbs Almost Everything can be Grown at No Cost
In: Gardening Techniques
By: Jane Finch
Oct 2, 2009
Fall Lawn Care and Maintenance: Autumn is the Best Time of the Year to Rejuvenate Grass.
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Beverly Bright
Sep 29, 2009
Basic Tree Pruning: When and How to Prune Trees
In: Trees
By: Angie Briscoe
Sep 28, 2009
Grow Pachysandra, a Plant for Shady Landscapes: Planting and Caring for the Ground Cover Pachysandra Terminalis
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Catherine Mezensky
Sep 26, 2009
Texas A&M – The Earth-Kind® Program: Taking Care of the Environment and Achieving Beautiful Landscapes
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Brown
Sep 24, 2009
Grow and Control English Ivy: How to Manage an Ornamental but Invasive Landscaping Vine
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Catherine Mezensky
Sep 23, 2009
Easily Mask and Cover an Ugly Chain Link Fence: Transform an Unattractive Metal Garden Fence into Tasteful Trellis
In: Gardening Techniques
By: Sarah Smith
Sep 22, 2009
The Best Trees for Texas Landscapes: Picking the Right Trees Means Selecting for Purpose and Locale
In: Trees
By: Barbara Brown
Sep 20, 2009
Using Bamboo in the Home Landscape: How to Grow Bamboo
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Catherine Mezensky
Sep 18, 2009
Fast Growing Trees to Improve Your Landscape: How to Select Trees for Your Yard and Garden
In: Trees
By: Linda Ashar
Sep 18, 2009
Garden Tools for Beginners: Which Tools are Absolutely Necessary for Starting a New Garden
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Annie Spiegelman
Sep 16, 2009
Enhance Texas Landscapes - Add a Water Fountain: Attractive, Soothing Accessory for Lawns, Patios, and Decks
In: Garden Water Features
By: Barbara Brown
Sep 13, 2009
Organic Fertilizing with Lime: Lawns and Gardens Benefit When Fertilized the Natural Way
In: Gardening Techniques
By: Beverly Bright
Sep 13, 2009
How to Plant a Garden in Florida: Growing Gardens With Native Plants, Drought-Tolerant Plants
In: Gardening Techniques
By: Mia Carter
Sep 13, 2009
Basic Tools for Gardening: Tools Needed to Start a Garden
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Janis Masyk-Jackson
Sep 12, 2009
Texas Lawns: Pre-Emergent Weed Control: Fall is the Time to Treat Lawns to Stop Weeds Before They Begin
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Brown
Sep 11, 2009
How to Choose the Right Ornamental Grass: Putting the Beauty, Hardiness of Grasses to Work in Your Garden
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Kathleen Biesecker
Sep 11, 2009
Upright Conifers for the Garden: How to Choose and Use Columnar Needleleaf Trees in the Landscape
In: Trees
By: Richard Freeland
Sep 9, 2009
How Landscape Plants Appeal to the Senses: Using Quality Flora to Design Gardens of Sensory Delight
In: Gardening Techniques
By: Richard Freeland
Sep 9, 2009
Dealing With Squirrels in Texas Landscapes: Fall is the Time to Make Sure Yard Squirrels Can’t Get into a House
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Brown
Sep 8, 2009
Fall Cleanup for Texas Landscapes and Gardens: Autumn is the Time to Prepare Yard and Garden for a Healthy Spring
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Brown
Sep 7, 2009
How to Trim a Big Tree: It Doesn't Take a Tree Surgeon to Make Happy, Healthy Trees
In: Garden Pruning & Irrigating
By: Laura Harrison McBride
Sep 5, 2009
Fast Growing Shrubs for Privacy Hedges: Landscape Screening with Shrubs
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Beverly Bright
Sep 5, 2009
Texas Landscape–5 Shade Groundcovers: Plant Groundcovers Where Grasses Will Not Grow
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Brown
Sep 4, 2009
Three Easy Designs for Paths or Walkways: Stone Paths, Rock Walkways, and Mulch Walkways for Landscape Design
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Beverly Bright
Sep 4, 2009
Fast Growing Vines for Privacy: Vines are Inexpensive Alternatives to Solid Wall Privacy Fences
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Beverly Bright
Sep 3, 2009
Site Analysis - A Tool for Landscape Planning: Recognizing Opportunities and Constraints on a Home Garden Property
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Richard Freeland
Sep 3, 2009
Planning Outdoor Gardens: Creating Design Programs for Home Landscapes
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Richard Freeland
Sep 2, 2009
Texas Fall Gardening and Landscape Activities: What Needs to be Pruned, Planted, Cared-for, and Winterized
In: Gardening Techniques
By: Barbara Brown
Sep 2, 2009
How to Prepare a Yard for Hurricanes: Protecting Landscaping from a Tropical Storm
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Deborah Aldridge
Aug 31, 2009
Wildflowers in a Texas Landscape: Native Flowers Offer Easy Care, Bright Colors, Completely Adapted
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Brown
Aug 31, 2009
Trees for Fall Color in the Southeast: Large and Small Deciduous Specimens Contribute to Autumn Interest
In: Trees
By: Richard Freeland
Aug 25, 2009
The 17th Century Gardens of John Tradescant: English Garden History of 17th Botanist and Plant Hunter
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Lorraine Syratt
Aug 23, 2009
Texas Gardening – It's Time for Fall Color: Plants Add Colorful Leaves and Flowers to the Autumn Landscape
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Barbara Brown
Aug 22, 2009
Remove Suckers to Improve Appearance of Trees: Unwanted Growth at Trunk and Along Branches Zaps Vigor, Aesthetics
In: Tree Care
By: John Hogan
Aug 21, 2009
The Pros and Cons of Thatch Roofing: Using thatch for outdoor tropical decor
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Ryan Frank
Aug 18, 2009
Privacy Landscaping with Fast Growing Evergreens: Outdoor Screening Accomplished with Natural Trees
In: Trees
By: Beverly Bright
Aug 18, 2009
Shrubs in Garden Designs: Evergreen and Deciduous Plant Types for Mixed Bed Plantings
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Richard Freeland
Aug 17, 2009
The Darkest Trees and Shrubs: From Near-Black to Deepest Purple, Red and Bronze
In: Trees
By: Carol Wallace
Aug 16, 2009
Stop Thief! Prickly Plants to Stop Intruders: How to Improve Security by Using Thorny Plants as a Living Barrier
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Robert Keenan
Aug 16, 2009
Texas Gardening Adding Antique Roses: Heirloom Roses are Fragrant and Resilient Enough for Texas
In: Garden Styles
By: Barbara Brown
Aug 15, 2009
Texas Gardening Landscapes with Crape Myrtle: Crape Myrtle Adds Color and Variety to Your Landscape
In: Trees
By: Barbara Brown
Aug 14, 2009
Review of WaterWand Automatic Watering System: Solar Waterer Uses Collected Rainwater to Irrigate Garden Plants
In: Garden Pruning & Irrigating
By: Robert Keenan
Aug 12, 2009
Pruning Evergreen Hedges and Topiary Shapes: Shaping Cedar, Yew and Boxwood for Regeneration and Neatness
In: Garden Pruning & Irrigating
By: Lorraine Syratt
Aug 12, 2009
Improving the Design of a Home Garden: How to Refurbish Problem Landscapes
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Catherine Mezensky
Aug 10, 2009
Garden Design for Winter: Design a Garden for Year Round Enjoyment
In: Garden Styles
By: Beverly Bright
Aug 7, 2009
Fast-Growing Rowan Tree Tolerates Air Pollution: Red Berry Clusters Attractive in Landscape and Food for Birds
In: Trees
By: Kathleen Airdrie
Aug 7, 2009
Privacy Hedges - Trees, Shrubs and Climbing Vine: Privacy Screening Accomplished With Natural Beauty
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Beverly Bright
Aug 6, 2009
Diagnosing Problems in the Florida Lawn: Insect and Fungus Management in Florida Turf Grasses
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Christy Swift
Aug 5, 2009
Controlling Weeds in Landscape Stone: Why They Grow There and What You Can Do
In: Gardening Techniques
By: Deborah Aldridge
Aug 3, 2009
Small Garden: Making Best Use of Available Space
In: Gardening Techniques
By: Ian Dutton
Jul 29, 2009
Hedging to Mark Garden Boundaries: Brighten up a Property Line with these Colorful Shubs
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Lorraine Syratt
Jul 29, 2009
Nematode Management in Florida Lawns: How to Diagnose and Control Nematode Populations in Turf Grasses
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Christy Swift
Jul 28, 2009
The Landscape Designer: How to Have a Custom Landscape Without the Custom Price
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Kelly Sharp
Jul 26, 2009
Native Plants, Insects, and Us: Plants That Attract Birds and Butterflies Ultimately Ensure Survival
In: Garden Styles
By: Sara E. Lewis
Jul 23, 2009
Rain Garden Designs for Parks, Roads, Yards: Landscape Design Improves Water Quality, Decreases Maintenance Cost
In: Gardening Techniques
By: Sara E. Lewis
Jul 22, 2009
Kennewick Demonstration Garden Showcases Plants: Master Gardeners Maintain Three Colorful Acres in Washington City
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Cheryl Probst
Jul 22, 2009
Cool, Moist Weather Promotes Lawn Diseases: Red Thread And Dollar Spot Thrive In Moist, Under-Fed Turfgrass
In: Landscaping (general)
By: John Hogan
Jul 20, 2009
Low Cost Rustic Garden Features: Landscape Design Enhanced by Cheapest Natural Treatments
In: Garden Styles
By: Kathleen Airdrie
Jul 11, 2009
Healthy Lawn Maintenance: Ways to Create and Maintain Beautiful Turf
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Loraine R. Degraff
Jul 11, 2009
Gardening Tips to Avoid Fungus During Summer: Keeping Your Garden Pest Free
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Melissa Slate
Jul 9, 2009
Mosquito-free Gardening: How to Irradicate Deadly Blood-Suckers and Their Eggs
In: Landscaping (general)
By: Loraine R. Degraff
Jul 6, 2009
Annual Battle Against Crabgrass is Underway: Time to Control Heat-Loving Weed Before It Takes Over Your Lawn
In: Landscaping (general)
By: John Hogan
Jul 3, 2009
Living Christmas Trees: How to Choose, Care For & Plant a Live Holiday Tree
In: Trees
By: Barb Hacker
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