How & When To Prune Your Perennials
Many of us assume the best time to prune perennials is in the fall. But our North Texas climate makes timing your pruning chores tricky.
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Timely Tips on Organic Gardening & Pet Care
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Marshall Grain Co.
- Mar 24
- 11 min
Common Nectar Plants for Texas Butterflies
Adult butterflies need to drink flower nectar to survive. Incorporate plants with different bloom times into your landscape.
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Marshall Grain Co.
- Mar 24
- 6 min
Butterflies and Their Host Plants
Here's a comprehensive list of plants you can incorporate into your landscape to attract more of our native Lepidoptera.
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Marshall Grain Co.
- Mar 23
- 25 min
The Ultimate Organic Lawn Care Guide for North Texas
The most comprehensive lawn care manual for North Texas! Learn how organic methods result in a tougher and more beautiful lawn
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Marshall Grain Co.
- Mar 23
- 2 min
10 Steps to Organic Gardening
Follow our 10 steps to becoming a successful organic gardener and begin enjoying the benefits of a healthier lifestyle.
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Marshall Grain Co.
- Mar 23
- 2 min
Best Milkweed Varieties for North Texas
Of the many types of Milkweed native to North America, some are more suitable for North Texas than others.
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Marshall Grain Co.
- Mar 23
- 1 min
Lavender Recipes by Marilyn Buehler
Lavender (or Lavandula) can be used in many recipes. Here are two delicious suggestions devised by herb expert Marilyn Buehler.
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Marshall Grain Co.
- Mar 3
- 6 min
Straw Bale Gardening
Using straw bales requires some planning and preparation. First, their availability is limited and second, they need to be conditioned
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Marshall Grain Co.
- Feb 13
- 2 min
6 Reasons Why You Should Hire a Professional Landscape Designer
Even if you know what you're doing, it takes a lot of work to achieve what an experienced professional landscape designer can produce.
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Marshall Grain Co.
- Jan 23
- 4 min
7 Simple Low-Maintenance Landscaping Ideas for Your Home
A beautiful yard that draws the envy of neighbors, doesn't necessarily require you to put in back-breaking shifts every weekend!
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Marshall Grain Co.
- Jan 5
- 3 min
What You Should Know About Landscape Lighting Design
It is important to choose the right outdoor lighting for your landscaping in order to create the desired effect and ambiance. The design...
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Marshall Grain Co.
- Dec 26, 2022
- 1 min
Why You Should Rake Your Leaves
Raking leaves is back-breaking and time consuming. But there are 3 reasons why you should do it sooner rather than later.
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Marshall Grain Co.
- Nov 23, 2022
- 13 min
Houseplants Care & Maintenance
In this article, our experts share their knowledge about general care and maintenance for all your houseplants. We'll cover common...
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Marshall Grain Co.
- Oct 21, 2022
- 9 min
How to Make Your Own Herbal Teas
Fall is an excellent time to grow many types of herbs and in just a few weeks you can be harvesting, drying, and blending your own teas!
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Marshall Grain Co.
- Oct 12, 2022
- 1 min
Fall Blooming Texas Natives
Extend the Fall season by adding Texas native plants into your landscape that bloom later into October, November and even December.
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Marshall Grain Co.
- Sep 27, 2022
- 8 min
Lawn Care Update for Fall & Winter 2022
Properly caring for your lawn in Fall and Winter makes all the difference as to how it will look in the spring.
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Marshall Grain Co.
- Aug 30, 2022
- 2 min
Causes and Signs of Drainage Problems and How to Fix Them
Drainage and erosion issues are often a headache for property owners. If they are not resolved using the right control features, you'll...
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Marshall Grain Co.
- Aug 16, 2022
- 3 min
What is Diatomaceous Earth
Besides being really hard to pronounce, what's so special about diatomaceous earth? Well, it actually has many uses in the garden.
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Marshall Grain Co.
- Aug 2, 2022
- 6 min
How to Plant a Tree
When was the last time you planted a tree? Probably never, right? Trees may look strong and sturdy but they are actually very sensitive.
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Marshall Grain Co.
- Jul 28, 2022
- 3 min
What You Should Know About Landscape Lighting Design
When choosing different lighting options to glow up your landscape, there are some important things to consider. Here’s some helpful advice
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