September is a gardening transition time in central Texas. At some point during the month, the weather changes. Maybe it is a bit cooler one morning or evening, but the…

Knowing how to take care of plants in extreme heat and drought is critical in warm climates. Where I garden in Texas, it is often said that we are in…

Red spider lily and oxblood are two of the best bulbs for Texas heat. In late summer, these bulbs bloom suddenly when there is a slight dip in temperature. Why…

The dog days of summer bring some of the biggest challenges to Central Texas gardeners. August is reliably hot and dry. Watering lawns and gardens becomes routine but even then,…

July is hot in Texas – maybe not as hot as August, but the thermometer soars. Central air conditioning may be one of the best inventions ever, at least if…

What can be planted in central Texas in June? Heat tolerant annuals may still be planted in flower beds, containers and hanging baskets. For foolproof summer color, vinca is ideal…

May is the month for central Texans to enjoy the last of the spring flowers and harvest ripe tomatoes. Weather begins to shift to warm afternoons with pleasant mornings and…

Spring gardening and lawn maintenance in Central Texas jumps into high gear for April. Temperatures can be cool one day and hot the next, so take advantage of coolish days…

Irises are a large and diverse group of flowering perennials with thousands of varieties. There isone in particular – Iris x albicans, that has made itself at home in Texas.…