Trees are a long-term investment. It makes sense to take good care of them from planting on through maturity to ensure they provide many years of enjoyment in your landscape. One of the most critical aspects of tree care is proper pruning. Most people lack…
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By Suzanne Labry Contributing Writer The 33 counties that make up South Texas are one of the earth’s “last great habitats,” according to Dr. Fred Bryant, the Director of the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute (CKWRI) at Texas A&M University-Kingsville. The region lying south…
By Skip Richter Contributing Editor Spring has sprung and our lawns are waking up from their winter rest. Some garden centers have already had lawn products on display for several weeks. Your competitive next-door neighbors may have already purchased turf fertilizer or perhaps a…
By Keith HansenContributing Writer Summertime can be hard on many kinds of plants in our yards and gardens. We struggle to keep alive many types that are native to tamer climates. Soaring temperatures (often above 100 degrees), unrelenting sun and weeks without rain take…