What plants make good gifts for children?, by Sandra Devall, Class of '98

I want to attract butterflies to my yard.  What can I do to attract them?, by Marian Rouse, Class of '98

I recently purchased a bonsai at the floral department of a local grocery store.  I have a book, but have not had any luck keeping them alive in the past.  What am I doing wrong?, by Dianne Butler, Class of '99

What features should we look for when choosing half an acre on which we plan to build our home with a lovely informal garden, which will include some fruit trees and vegetables?, by Anne Ward, Class of '99

I am interested in planting a garden in the historic district on Galveston Island. Which plants were mainstays in gardens circa 1900?, by Gail Ayers, Class of '99

What is a hummingbird garden?, by Bill Curry, Class of '99

My house is elevated several feet above the natural grade.  The elevated foundation is not attractive and I want to use landscaping to improve the appearance.  How would I do this?, by Mary E. J. Collins, Class of '99

About two years ago I started using cottonseed meal for my acid loving flowers such as azaleas, blueberries, etc.  Now I am hearing that cottonseed meal is great for the vegetable garden and other areas of the yard.  Will you please explain the use and benefits of this material and when it should be used and not used?  I also use barnyard manure., by Polly Gordy, Class of '98

I know honeybees are good pollinators, but are bumblebees good pollinators also?, by Cynthia W. Mueller, Class of '98

The roses in my new bed are not doing well and there is a white fungus under the mulch. Should I start over?, by Peggy Borer, Class of '98

Last season I hung hummingbird feeders outside my kitchen window.  Unfortunately, we didn't attract any hummingbirds.  What did I do wrong?, by Marsha Lassiter, Class of '00

What is the state insect for Texas and can I raise them in my garden?, by Tom Boone, Class of '00

We recently moved to a newly built home.  Having small children, I am interested in knowing what outdoor plants are poisonous., by Horace Kelso, Class of '01

What is the meaning of the "freeze-safe" dates?, by Dr. Janet Lachman, Class of '03

What does the term "Texas Master Gardener" mean and how does one become a Texas Master Gardener?, by Madonna Crame, Class of '98

In the event of a freeze, how can I protect my plants from cold injury?, by Barbara Burk, Class of '98 

 

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