Planting Passion

Planting Passion By: Scott Perry In Brazil, it’s called "Maracuja;" in Jamaica, it’s "Granadilla;" in Hawaii, it’s "Lilikoi," and throughout Texas, it’s "May-pops." Regardless of its name, though, the plant we now know as the passionflower is universally looked upon with awe and fascination. This…

Spice It Up: Cool Season Salads

Spice It Up: Cool Season Salads Spice It Up: Cool Season Salads By: Skip Richter When most Americans hear the words "salad vegetables" they most likely picture a mix of Iceberg lettuce and tomato wedges. Some may also include grated carrots, broccoli or cucumbers. Now…

Tips For Success: The Fall Vegetable Garden

Tips For Success: The Fall Vegetable Garden Tips For Success: The FallVegetable Garden By: Chris S. Corby The biggest obstacle to having a successful fall garden is overcoming the oppressive heat of July and August. Of course this is just the time most Texas Gardeners…

Bioponics: Organics Marry Hydroponics

Bioponics: Organics Marry Hydroponics Bioponics: Organics Marry Hydroponics By: Jody Bates Would you like to have succu- lent, juicy tomatoes and an Italian herb garden ready for your next salad? Chris Freeman, a recent Masters of Agriculture graduate of Texas A&M University, has devised a…