PLOW & HOSE Gardening in Central Texas

Julie visits with Mary Sigro from the Native Plant Society of Texas and Julie Shaddox from Texas Parks & Wildlife Foundation to learn about a new gardening app dedicated to native plants--Wild Thumb

Julie got some new birds which segued into the new Texas Right to Farm constitutional amendment, which ensures residential property agricultural pursuits.  

Spring planting season is here! If you didn't start tomatoes in January, but still want to--try micro tomatoes and micro-dwarf tomatoes!  

Fall in Texas brings allergens, weeds and an optimal planting window for pretty much everything!SPONSOR OFFER: Try Magic Mind if you want to improve your focus and energy levels while getting important nutrients. For a limited time you can get up to 48% off your 1st subscription or 20% off a one time purchase using code  JULIER20 at checkout.https://www.magicmind.com/julier

Although it's officially fall according to the calender, it's still pretty toasty. Julie has heat-fatigue which leaves her feeling unenthusastic about chores. Despite the seemingly endless heat, it is time to get serious about spring Texas wildflowers. SPONSOR OFFER: Try Magic Mind if you want to improve your focus and energy levels while getting important nutrients. For a limited time you can get up to 48% off your 1st subscription or 20% off a one time purchase using code  JULIER20 at checkout.https://www.magicmind.com/julier

July and August are tough months for plants in Central Texas, but it's the best time for preparing to plant a fall garden. Consider another round of summer faves. Don't forget to include shade trees in your planting plans. SPONSOR OFFER: Try Magic Mind if you want to improve your focus and energy levels while getting important nutrients. For a limited time you can get up to 48% off your 1st subscription or 20% off a one time purchase using code  JULIER20 at checkout.https://www.magicmind.com/julier

Newsflash! Summer is here! Julie enjoys endless blossoms from wild sunflowers! Learn about sunflowers and safflowers--cousins that keep our birds and squirrels fat and happy through the worst of summer.SPONSOR OFFER: Try Magic Mind if you want to improve your focus and energy levels while getting important nutrients. For a limited time you can get up to 48% off your 1st subscription or 20% off a one time purchase using code  JULIER20 at checkout.https://www.magicmind.com/julier

Julie's veggie garden may be smaller than previous years, but still attract pests like spider mites. The spring rains continue even with the start of summer making it muggy and mosquito-y. It's fine because we can disrupt their lifecycle with a simple, organic treatment. With less veggies, Julie has planted more flowers--lots of native and adaptive perennials--including bee balm, also known as Monarda.SPONSOR OFFER: Try Magic Mind to improve your focus and energy levels while getting important nutrients. For a limited time you can get up to 48% off your 1st subscription or 20% off a one time purchase using code JULIER20 at checkout.Claim it at www.magicmind.com

Green peas have a really small planting window in Central Texas. Like potatoes, they need to be planted by Valentine's Day. English, shelling, sugar snap and snow--plant them and enjoy some tasty spring veg!SPONSOR OFFER 1: Save 20% with code PLOWHOSE20 at www.magicmind.com now through the January 31, 2024. Regain energy and focus with premium ingredients in Magic Mind!SPONSOR OFFER 2: Try the new Seed Selection Quiz at www.trueleafmarket.com to find seeds and varieties based on your preferences and growing conditions. Save $10 on purchases over $50 with code PLOWNHOSE10

So many things we can plant this time of year--but don't forget to get your seed potatoes ready for planting in mid-February!SPONSOR OFFER 1: Save 20% with code PLOWHOSE20 at www.magicmind.com now through the January 31, 2024. Regain energy and focus with premium ingredients in Magic Mind!SPONSOR OFFER 2: Try the new Seed Selection Quiz at www.trueleafmarket.com to find seeds and varieties based on your preferences and growing conditions. Save $10 on purchases over $50 with code PLOWHOSE10