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A person watering tall flowering plants.
July 15, 2026

How to keep your lawn and landscape alive through summer heat

Expert tips on watering, drought stress and plant survival

plants in a greenhouse
June 22, 2026

Texas Horticulture Opportunities Conference set for July 13-14 in San Marcos 

Register now for Texas horticulture event on crops, berries, vegetables, agritourism

A hummingbird drinks from a flower mid-air.
June 16, 2026

How to attract hummingbirds to your yard

Simple tips for feeders, flowers and supporting their migration

Balloons next to an entry sign that says The Gardens at Texas A&M
June 4, 2026

The Gardens at Texas A&M University turns eight with Summer Celebration

Free, family-friendly event on June 13 offers educational activities and landscape inspiration

Flower clusters of the poison hemlock plant.
May 20, 2026

Poison hemlock: How to identify and avoid this deadly plant

AgriLife Extension expert explains identification tips, toxicity risks and safe removal methods

A praying mantid on a plant waits for prey.
May 19, 2026

Praying mantis facts: Friend or foe in the garden?

AgriLife Extension expert explains these insects’ behavior, prey and common myths

Ripe, picked tomatoes of several varieties.
May 6, 2026

Common tomato plant problems and how to fix them

Leaves or fruit damaged? What it means and what to do

Pink Knock Out Earth Kind Roses in a garden
April 22, 2026

New Earth-Kind roses named for 2026

AgriLife Extension selections emphasize beauty, resilience and low-resource care

A silverleaf nightshade in bloom.
April 17, 2026

Silverleaf nightshade management webinar scheduled for May 12

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service event to focus on herbicide strategies for control

Gardening disks
April 13, 2026

Homestead Conference set for May 2 in Archer City 

AgriLife Extension event to feature hands-on sessions in beekeeping, food preservation, soap making

Two individuals preparing to release a butterfly
April 13, 2026

Hullabloom Fest set for April 18 at The Gardens at Texas A&M

Guests can enjoy hands-on activities and blooming seasonal displays

Planting flowers in garden
April 8, 2026

AgriLife Extension Horticulture Series begins April 23 in Kerrville

Four-week program to cover vegetable gardening, turf management, xeriscaping and tree care

A hand against a background of ornamental plants.
April 7, 2026

Texas ‘green industry’ shifts to steady, sustainable growth following COVID-era boom

Texas Crop and Weather Report - April 7, 2026

A landscaped backyard features a gazebo with outdoor seating, as well as a small pond surrounded by plants and rocks.
April 7, 2026

Learn how to create and care for a wildlife pond in your backyard

AgriLife Extension expert shares tips for planning, design and maintenance

A person's hand in mulch on top of cardboard
March 24, 2026

Use cardboard to stop weeds in your garden

‘Sheet mulching’ is easy way to recycle boxes while fighting weeds and improving soil

Texas mountain laurel in bloom.
March 20, 2026

Texas mountain laurel earns Texas Superstar status

Native evergreen recognized for its durability and aesthetic appeal in landscapes

Lisa Whittlesey in The Gardens at Texas A&M University.
March 19, 2026

AgriLife Extension program specialist earns national youth gardening award

Whittlesey recognized for global impact through youth gardening initiatives 

A gopher snake.
March 16, 2026

5 tips to prevent negative encounters with snakes this spring

Texas A&M AgriLife experts share how to avoid bites and coexist peacefully

Two fire ants gathering a kernel of bait.
March 10, 2026

How to get rid of fire ants: Expert tips that work

Science-backed fire ant treatments to protect lawns, gardens and pastures

A sandbur against a white background
February 23, 2026

Sandbur management webinar scheduled for March 17

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service event to focus on herbicide strategies for controlling stickers