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How to Plant & Grow the Best Broccoli in Texas

How to Plant & Grow the Best Broccoli in Texas

Broccoli plants are an easy crop to grow in Texas if you remember it likes cool temperatures and fertile soil. Many Texans remember, President George H.W. Bush's disdain for broccoli, but I think he just did not realize how healthy broccoli was or else it would've...

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Do All Succulents Flower? How, When & Why They Bloom

Do All Succulents Flower? How, When & Why They Bloom

Succulents are native to arid dry climates of the world and have evolved in ways allowing them to store water inside of the bodies to get through the dry periods. From flowering succulents to leaves that are spiny or hairy, succulents can be used to create an vibrant...

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14 Ways to Get Rid of Grass & Weeds from a Vegetable Garden

14 Ways to Get Rid of Grass & Weeds from a Vegetable Garden

Grass and weeds in a vegetable garden can get out of hand really quickly. Not only do grass and weeds steal water and nutrients from your plants, they also provide additional habits for pests. A clean, weed free garden may seem like an unattainable dream, but I have...

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Texas Fall Garden Guide for Planting Time & Varieties

Texas Fall Garden Guide for Planting Time & Varieties

Fall is an exciting time of year in Texas and August is an exciting month as cooler temperatures are only a few weeks away. Most Texans have a long growing season before the first fall frost is expected. To find your average frost date, type your zip code into...

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Indeterminate Tomatoes: How to Grow & Varieties

Indeterminate Tomatoes: How to Grow & Varieties

Tomatoes are classified as either indeterminate tomatoes, semi-determinate tomatoes or determinate tomatoes depending on their growth habits. On the back of the seed packet or on the identification tag tucked in each seedling pot this designation is listed as well as...

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How to Grow Habaneros from Seed to Harvest

How to Grow Habaneros from Seed to Harvest

Habanero peppers, capsicum chinense, are one of the hottest chili peppers around measuring over 100,000 to 575,000 Scoville heat units. Growing habaneros from seeds to harvest is a rewarding experience. We will cover all the necessary steps for successfully growing...

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