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How Biking Led to No Lawn Native Plants

Biking along country roads, Laura O’Toole fell in love with native bunch grasses. At home, in spring and summer 2023, she ripped out St. Augustine grass and Asian jasmine for native buffalograss, gorgeous bunch grasses and pollinator-beloved perennials that wow both neighbors and wildlife in her HOA. She and husband Brian bought their hillside property | read more →

Always Learning from You, with Many Thanks!

On the road and in the studio, we gather creative and thoughtful ideas to bring back for you. Many gardeners we met this year have responded to drought’s alarm for our water resources. At the same time, they want beautiful plants that please wildlife, too. Everyone has a lovely, passionate story to tell about the | read more →

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Garden for Birds and Pollinators

air date: November 16, 2024

Bird populations have declined dramatically in recent years. Wildlife biologist Rufus Stephens, co-author of Land Stewardship for Birds with Jan Wrede, explores how to give our birds a helping hand, even in our backyards. Chris Garza sheet mulched his small front yard to kill weedy Bermuda grass to restore soil health and wildlife diversity. Watch how to prune autumn sages this winter.

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Supported by the Travis County Master Gardener Association.

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December To Do List

This month's tips for how to care for your plants, pruning, fertilizing, lawn care, and preping for your garden. Read the entire to do list.

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