Tips to prevent barn swallow nests this spring
Federal law prohibits disturbing barn swallows once they nest, so take preventative action now
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March 21, 2023
March 21, 2023
What are crane flies?
Incorrectly referred to as mosquitoes, these large flies appear in droves in early spring
March 20, 2023
Little Sprouts in The Gardens
5-week youth program in full swing for young gardeners on Texas A&M University campus
March 15, 2023
Ruby Crush tomato named Texas Superstar plant
Top-performing tomato in taste, consistent production
February 20, 2023
Texas plant diagnostician enjoys serving needs of people
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension’s Kevin Ong honored with two major plant industry awards
February 9, 2023
Love in the air—Lovebug fun facts that is
February 7, 2023
Texas A&M Research project aims to enhance tomato yield in Qatar
Lessons learned will be applicable in Texas
February 6, 2023
Get the most bang for your buck when choosing fresh flowers
Tips for picking the right roses while avoiding the red flags this Valentine’s Day
February 2, 2023
February gardening guide: New growth threatened by freeze
Tips from AgriLife Extension on encouraging root systems, winter plantings, fruit trees
January 5, 2023
“Learn to live with ugly” after freeze damage
Pruning dead plant material can cause more harm through winter
January 2, 2023
Four-day bilingual turfgrass course set for February in College Station
Early registration due by Jan. 13
December 23, 2022
How to sustainably dispose of real Christmas trees
Recycling, mulching, wildlife habitats provide good options
December 21, 2022
Arctic blast forecast leading into Christmas
Experts provide tips on how to protect plants, pipes and pets
December 12, 2022
Mistletoe: Is the Christmas plant friend or foe?
Is the kissing plant a kiss of death for trees?
November 9, 2022
15 tips to prepare your garden for winter
Texas A&M horticulturalist offers garden advice to enter cool season with confidence
November 3, 2022
The 12th Man of Floral Design
Video: Thanks and Gig'em to the College of Agriculture and Life Students that create beautiful, dynamic floral designs for key suites in Kyle Field for every home game
October 27, 2022
Gulf muhly named new Texas Superstar plant
Native perennial ornamental grass offers toughness, versatility, showstopping color
October 24, 2022
New moon marks end of monarch-spotting season
Last chance for Texans to catch a glimpse before butterflies continue to Mexico
October 14, 2022
Texas A&M AgriLife displays turfgrass research at field day
Drought, shade-tolerant turfgrass and new varieties showcased
October 6, 2022
New research tackles rose rosette, black spot diseases
Texas A&M AgriLife to lead disease-resistance project to save rose industry
