Though rainwater harvesting is an ancient technique commonly used for agricultural and domestic purposes, comparatively few urban sites today have rainwater-harvesting systems. Recent periods of drought and low water supplies have increased interest ... full story
UpcomingThe Brazos County Master Gardener Association is presenting Earth Kind Gardening 101 classes. Cost is $10 per class, or you can pre-register for all three sessions for $20 by Jan. 14. Classes are at the Bryan Public Library, 201 E. 26th St. S ... full story
Dear Neil: I was given a Christmas cactus as a gift. How do I care for it once it finishes blooming?A: Keep it bright and comparatively warm (between 60 and 90 degrees). They're native to tropical rain forests, where they grow suspended from tree tru ... full story
The holiday season is for family and friends, but it is also a prime time to prepare for spring and summer vegetable gardens. Vegetable crops have specific requirements. Several factors combine to create the ideal conditions for successful vegetabl ... full story
Saturday* Independent Growers Market, 7 to 11 a.m. 1104 W. William Joel Bryan Parkway (Sons of Hermann Lodge parking lot), Bryan. 589-2787.* Brazos Valley Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon. Texas Avenue and William J. Bryan Parkway in Bryan. Selection i ... full story
Dear Neil: When is the best time to transplant a navel orange and a grapefruit tree? Also, I have lemon and Mexican lime trees in pots. The lime tree has given no fruit. Should they be planted in the ground?A: Transplant those in late winter, just be ... full story
Holiday plants are a festive, colorful addition to home decorations. While poinsettias may traditionally "deck your halls," consider adding one of these winter-blooming options this year.Christmas cactusChristmas cactus is a long-lived, beautiful pla ... full story
Saturday* Independent Growers Market, 7 to 11 a.m. 1104 W. William Joel Bryan Parkway (Sons of Hermann Lodge parking lot), Bryan. 589-2787.* Brazos Valley Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon. Texas Avenue and William J. Bryan Parkway in Bryan. Selection i ... full story
Round Up application won't damage oak sproutsDear Neil: We have a deck built around two huge oak trees that are the focal point of our backyard. Recently, when we were having deck repairs made and a weed barrier put in place to stop the oaks from spr ... full story
Saturday* Independent Growers Market, 7 to 11 a.m. 1104 W. William Joel Bryan Parkway (Sons of Hermann Lodge parking lot), Bryan. 589-2787.* Brazos Valley Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon. Texas Avenue and William J. Bryan Parkway in Bryan. Selection i ... full story
Saturday* Independent Growers Market, 7 to 11 a.m. 1104 W. William Joel Bryan Parkway (Sons of Hermann Lodge parking lot), Bryan. 589-2787.* Brazos Valley Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon. Texas Avenue and William J. Bryan Parkway in Bryan. Selection i ... full story
The earliest recorded freeze date in this area is Oct. 28. Gardeners should have a plan for how to use green tomatoes when cold temperatures are forecast. Gardeners should protect tomato plants when temperatures are expected to dip into the upper or ... full story
Dear Neil: I have a wonderful small dog that comes in muddy when it rains. There is very little grass in our backyard due to shade and the dog's running. Is there a ground cover that could solve the problems and still survive under those conditions?A ... full story
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