A new term, “climate resiliency,” is making a mark to describe the character of urban trees and shrubs we should be planting in the landscapes of Texas. Everyone has seen the predictions of melting ice, rising seas and violent storms punctuated by long stretches of…
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When I first moved to Tyler, I soon fell in love with azaleas. The Tyler Azalea Trail, held annually at the end of March through early April, captivated me with miles of trails lined with homes displaying masses of brilliantly colored azaleas. Being the county…
Growing tomatoes is a rewarding experience, and one that would be more pleasurable if tomatoes weren’t so darn attractive to pests. Dealing with insect pests is my least favorite task in the vegetable garden, but I try to stay ahead of potential outbreaks by inspecting…
Tomato time is just around the corner, and whether you are growing your own transplants or leaving that to the pros, it is not too soon to start prepping for the season. As vegetable plants go, tomatoes rank pretty high — in popularity, in variety…