Herb of the Month
Rosemary: The "Dew of the Sea"
The name Rosmarinus comes from the Latin words ros and marinus, which together translate to “dew of the sea.” This ancient herb is steeped in history. Greek students once wore rosemary garlands to stimulate their memory during exams, and Napoleon Bonaparte famously wore rosemary-infused cologne.
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Herb of the Month - Mint
Mint is one of the easiest and most rewarding herbs to grow in Central Texas. With its refreshing aroma, vigorous growth, and countless culinary uses, it remains a favorite among both beginner and experienced gardeners. Whether you're harvesting fresh leaves for tea, cocktails, and cooking or adding a pollinator-friendly plant to your garden, mint can thrive in Central Texas when given the right care and growing conditions.
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Tips from the Garden
I like gardening -- it's a place where I find myself when I need to lose myself. ~Alice Sebold~*
It’s that time of year again, relaxing in the garden in the early mornings and evenings, and -- preparing the yard and gardens for the heat of summer in South Central Texas! For the next three to four months, keep all of your plants, inside and outside, well hydrated. With recent glorious rains Mother Nature is helping us with that.
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Focus on a Native: Some Yellow Daisies
The Texas Hill Country is home to a large array of wildflowers. From Texas Bluebonnets to Mexican Hats and Prickly Poppies, the countryside is awash with colorful blooms. Yellow flowers shine brightly, and none more than the yellow daisies including Sleepy Daisy, Lindheimer Daisy, Engelmenn Daisy, Cowpen Daisy, Huisache Daisy and Granite Daisy. They all thrive in the rocky soils of the Hill Country in disturbed fields and sunny meadows.
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Veggies, Q&As, and Native Plants
Happenings and Harvests in the Veggie Garden
A weekly log of veggie garden activities
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