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hands planting a bare root tree
December 10, 2024

Proper tree planting for more ‘fruitful’ results

AgriLife Extension expert provides tips to establish and maintain fruit trees in Texas

A gloved hand holds two halves of a fruit
November 14, 2024

What is citrus greening — and why is it so hard to stop?

AgriLife Research scientist explains the not-so-sweet citrus disease and efforts to control it

The hands of a researcher, with blue gloves on, tending to plants being grown in a controlled environment
November 8, 2024

Controlled environment horticulture conference set for Dec. 5 in Dallas

Event offers in-person and virtual attendance options

Red and orange oak tree leaves on a branch.
November 7, 2024

Leave leaf litter alone for overwintering insects

AgriLife Extension November Gardening Guide

A single armyworm eating a blade of grass.
October 30, 2024

Armyworms can be managed in lawns by following three helpful tips

Early dying off of lawns could signal infestation

an individual who is pruning a hedge
October 30, 2024

Landscape Maintenance category training set for Nov. 13 in Fort Worth

Class will prepare individuals for Texas Department of Agriculture exams

Summer snowflake blooms
October 28, 2024

Summer snowflake named newest Texas Superstar

Bulb plant easy to grow, blooms bring early spring color

yellow red and white tulips
October 24, 2024

Bulbs to blooms: Tips for fall bulb planting

Prepare now for gorgeous spring displays

Hands holding two small pumpkins with larger pumpkins underneath
October 22, 2024

Is a pumpkin a fruit or a vegetable?

And the difference between a fruit and vegetable

Snowfall covers the ground and has dusted three plants in bright yellow large pots in a garden.
October 16, 2024

Five steps to prepare your garden for winter

Texas A&M horticulturist offers expert garden advice to enter the cool season with confidence

A pollinator on a purple flower
October 14, 2024

Texas Master Naturalist Program receives award to support native pollinators statewide

H-E-B Grocery Company funds projects through Pollinators for Texas initiative

red, yellow, white and pink mums fill the picture frame
October 8, 2024

10 quick tips to help your mums survive and thrive

What to look for, how to care for fall favorite flower

The Gardens at Texas A&M fall decor features pumpkins of different colors in front of planters with white flowers in one and red in the other.
October 3, 2024

Prepare your garden for the holiday season

AgriLife Extension October Garden Guide

A young girl with her mother watering plants in The Gardens at Texas A&M
October 2, 2024

Annual Fall Festival set for Oct. 19 in The Gardens at Texas A&M University

Morning of fall fun, educational activities awaits visitors

October 1, 2024

The strange types of spiderwebs found in nature

AgriLife Extension specialist unravels the strategies of different spiderweb styles

A grove of trees with light green leaves
September 20, 2024

Texas tree care challenges focus of new arborist on plant pathology team

Adams set to address diverse tree population and complex health issues

September 18, 2024

Herb gardening tips for Texas

Learn how to grow herbs as fresh, multiuse plants at home

September 17, 2024

Rainwater harvesting, turf management training set for Oct. 1 in Medina

Area residents are invited to attend the free workshop

September 6, 2024

Second annual Strawberry Jamboree set for Sept. 21 in Lake Jackson

Event will showcase best practices for growing strawberries in the region 

A bunch of carrots freshly pulled from the earth with soil still on them
September 5, 2024

Time to transition your garden for fall and start cool-season vegetables

AgriLife Extension September Gardening Guide.