By Sandra Gray, Fort Bend County Master Gardener Compared to other seasons, winter can be a tough time for color in our gardens. In our part of Texas, your garden might be a bit dreary if you don’t make a special effort to add color. However, it’s possible if you are flexible about what constitutes color. Here are some suggestions to perk up your winter garden. [Note: all plants in this article are Texas Superstar […]
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Learn About Composting At Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Gardeners and landscapers who would like to learn more about the advantages of using compost in their lawns and gardens are invited to attend a special program, “Composting in the Home Garden,” at Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library on Saturday, July 15, from 10:30 am to 12:00 noon, in the Meeting Room of the library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy. Fort Bend County Master Gardener and Compost Specialist Sam Guardiola will provide […]
Learn About Growing Fruit Trees At Libraries’ Livestreamed Online Program
Fort Bend County Libraries will present an online program, “Success with Growing Fruit in Fort Bend County,” on Saturday, February 6, beginning at 10:00 am. This program will be livestreamed via Webex; it will NOT be in person. Fort Bend County Master Gardener Deborah Birge will talk about varieties of fruit trees that can thrive in the Gulf Coast climate. Hear about proper planting techniques and recommended maintenance tips to encourage fruit production, including pruning, feeding […]