Just How Small is the Coronavirus?
by Bruce Leander This guest post comes from Bruce Leander, who shares his view of the coronavirus in comparison to the grains of pollen viewed through his camera lens. For … Continue Reading →
Category: Flowers & Horticulture
Facts and Images about “Cedar Fever”
We are entering prime “cedar fever” season and millions of Central Texans will be affected—some more severely than others.
Getting Ready for a Glorious Fall Season – Part 2
In last month’s Compost Bin, part 1 of “Getting Ready for a Glorious Fall Season,” began by asking that you cut back your garden plants that bloom in the fall.
Getting Ready for a Glorious Fall Season – Part 1
Spring has come and gone, with hot summer days starting to ooze its way into our lives.
Austin Invasives
Invasive species can be seen growing all over Austin, in our parks, green belts and neighborhoods.
Easy Composting with Worms!
June 9, 2018, Master Gardener Compost Specialist, Tommie Clayton, gave a talk at the Zilker Park Botanical Gardens on composting with worms. Many have asked for a copy of her presentation, and she has graciously offered up a pdf version. Continue Reading →
March Into Spring
I’d like to start out by saying that this has not been our average Central Texas winter! We’ve had a true winter season with below-average temperatures that lasted several days, on several occasions. Continue Reading →