Texas - Fine Gardening
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Design
GPOD on the Road: South Texas Ecotourism Center
Happy Friday GPODers! We're wrapping up our week of diverse garden spaces with Lisa Adam in Texas. Lisa lives very close to the southernmost point of Texas, and shared photos…
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Design
How Lawn Replacement Brings Beauty, Sanctuary, and Habitat to Summerhome Garden
In the world of gardening, terms like naturalistic, xeric, and climate-resilient have become buzzwords for a gardening style that uses less water, fosters biodiversity, and adapts to climate change.…
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Design
Cindy’s Spring in Dallas
Happy Monday GPODers! We continue our expedition to spring gardens today by heading south to Dallas, Texas with Cindy Bolz. Cindy has shared her garden twice in the past (check…
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Design
Great Native Perennials for Your Region
In every corner of the United States, native perennials offer an unparalleled blend of beauty, resilience, and ecological harmony. In "Great Native Perennials for Your Region," we’ve partnered with regional…
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Design
Tat’s Roses in Houston
Hi GPODers! After two days in the colorful beds, borders and containers of Sharon Burgmayer in Pennsylvania (Check out Part 1 and Part 2 if you missed them), we are…
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How-To
How to Grow Tomatoes in Pots or Containers
Growing tomatoes in containers can yield great results. Container life can also help gardeners overcome some of the challenging conditions of the Southwest, such as low-fertility soils. However, not all…
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Design
3 Designer Secrets for Using Color to Make Your Garden Great
Color is a powerful tool. By using it skillfully, you can make any size outdoor space visually impactful. Color can also be used to ensure our landscapes are more comfortable…
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Design
The Best House Foundation Plants for Your Region
When it comes to choosing foundation plants for your home, it’s important to pick species that not only enhance your landscape but also thrive in your specific climate. That’s why…
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Article
Lisa’s Wildlife Haven Near the Southernmost Point of Texas
Hi GPODers! Today we're venturing to a part of the US we don't get to see very often on the blog (If you're from this area and lurking on GPOD,…
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How-To
4 Tips for Getting the Garden Through Drought Sustainably
On a recent hike in the foothills just southeast of my house, I couldn’t help but notice crisped, curling leaves on big flower cinquefoil (Drymocallis fissa) and the drought-tolerant mountain…