Gardening Blog
Extension Master GardenerOak Wilt = Bad News
OAK WILT is a lot like a tornado: sometimes it takes out huge areas, while other times it seems to hit at random. Just as a tornado can destroy historic old buildings, so can Oak Wilt destroy lovely trees hundreds of years old. Tornadoes can bring death and destruction; so can Oak Wilt. The sight of a once beautiful stand of Live Oaks… Continue reading
Factors Contributing to Major Problems inSt. Augustine grass Lawns, 2006-2007ByJames A. McAfee, Ph.D.Extension Turfgrass SpecialistTexas A&M Research and Extension Center at Dallas
Loss of St. Augustine grass in lawns throughout Texas was observed during the summer and fall months of 2006, with the problems continuing into the spring months of 2007. While other turf grasses growing in home lawns have also been affected during this same time… Continue reading
Nectar Sources:
Nectar flowers for adults—The best nectar is obtained from flowers growing in a sunny location from healthy, well-watered plants. Often native plants produce the best nectar and should be planted in soil like they naturally grow in, in conditions that duplicate their natural preferences. Water perennial nectar sources in the winter if it doesn’t rain enough to insure ample nectar in the spring. Try to plant a variety… Continue reading