When the calendar says fall, but the thermometer indicates summer, you can rely on heat-loving annuals and perennials to keep landscapes colorful. Your garden must continue to cope with drought …

As Texans search for plants that can withstand the vagaries of the state’s climate, they often look to species that perform well in places around the globe that share similar weather. For …

Understanding climate is clearly more scientific than observational. However, Texas has a native shrub that acts as a fairly reliable wet weather gauge. Often called a barometer plant, the Texas …

Heat simply forces many of us to seek protection from the sun. This is a challenge for most gardening enthusiasts. When inside, we miss our regular interaction with nature. For a joyful …

When many gardeners cultivate herbs, they rarely venture beyond mints or the ordinary culinary trio of rosemary, thyme and sage. While these are reliable performers, the North Central Texas …

By July, just as the fireworks soar in celebration of America’s birthday, summer temperatures also rise. And most years, drought follows. Fortunately, early season rains have left our …

For Father’s Day, provisions gathered from your very own “grilling garden” can be a meaningful gift, particularly if the man in your family enjoys cooking outdoors. This year, instead of …

It’s summer in your garden. Suddenly, the air shimmers with color. This luminous flash is accompanied by a distinctive fluttering sound as something darts about. Your senses are not tricking you; …