TIPS & TECHNIQUES

Timely Tips on Organic Gardening & Pet Care

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5 Reasons Why You Should Plant in the Fall

Why is it better to plant now? Well, we can think of at least 5 excellent reasons: Planting in Fall allows you to skip working in the...

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Sep 29, 20211 min read

How to Grow Sweet Potatoes

Texans who want to grow sweet potatoes should consider themselves lucky because our state is an ideal place to grow these root vegetables,

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Jun 25, 20219 min read

Urban Herbs for Kitchen & Medicine Cabinet

Our spring gardening series for North Texas continues with Episode 8: "Urban Herbs for Kitchens & Medicine Cabinets." Herbalist Marilyn...

Marshall Grain Co.

Jun 5, 202126 min read

Southern Comfort: Growing Okra

Watch our video to learn how to start okra from either seeds or transplants. We take you thru all the steps from planting to harvesting.

Marshall Grain Co.

May 19, 202114 min read

Magnificent Melons: Growing Watermelons and Cantaloupe in North Texas

Episode 6 of our spring vegetable gardening series Watermelons and cantaloupes are the most-invited guests at summer picnics. They're...

Marshall Grain Co.

May 4, 202116 min read

Growing Squashes & Cucumbers in North Texas

Episode 5 of our spring vegetable gardening series Learn the organic way to grow summer squashes, zucchinis, and cucumbers while dealing...

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May 1, 202126 min read

Biting Bugs in the Garden

As our weather warms up in the spring, the bugs come out to annoy you while you're working in the garden. Here's how to protect yourself.

Marshall Grain Co.

Apr 6, 202116 min read

Bigger, Better Tomatoes (And Peppers)

Tomatoes and peppers are by far the most popular edibles to grow, so how could we not devote a class on how to grow these must-have veggies?

Marshall Grain Co.

Mar 25, 202111 min read

Buried Treasures: Episode 2, Spring Vegetable Gardening Series

In Episode 2, Buried Treasures, we show you how to plant onions, potatoes and garlic. Plus we update you on our garden's progress.

Marshall Grain Co.

Mar 15, 20218 min read

Cool Greens & Rockin' Roots: Spring Vegetable Gardening in North Texas

Episode 1 of our Spring Gardening Series introduces you to growing green leafy vegetables and roots such as carrots and radishes.

Marshall Grain Co.

Mar 12, 202110 min read

Caring for Poinsettias

Nothing rivals the Poinsettia as a festive Holiday flower. It's the perfect decoration for office parties and family gatherings alike.

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Nov 20, 20202 min read

Fall Flutterby Facts

Texas Plays a Unique Role in the Annual Monarch Butterfly Migration October is time for the fall monarch butterfly migration! Each year...

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Oct 15, 202012 min read

Fall Season Guide to Organic Lawn Care for North Texas

Tom presents his organic program for keeping your lawn looking its best, including his time-tested tips and favorite products.

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Sep 15, 20201 min read

How to Grow Cilantro (Coriander)

Cilantro is also super easy to grow from seed! It can be grown indoors or outdoors, in a pot or in the ground.

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Aug 21, 20204 min read

The Basics of African Violet Care

All plants need healthy soil to perform at their best and for African Violets this is especially true.

Marshall Grain Co.

Jul 28, 20204 min read

The Story Behind Your Lawn Weeds

by Marshall Grain Co. How to Choose the Right Organic Weed Killer People often bring us a weed they've dug out of their lawn and ask us...

Marshall Grain Co.

Jun 13, 20206 min read

3 Steps to Effective Mosquito Control

There are lots of products out there that claim to control mosquitoes. Luckily, we've done your homework for you.

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May 30, 20205 min read

How to Beat Squash Bugs

The bright yellow squash flowers are like a homing beacon to both Squash Borers and Squash Bugs.

Marshall Grain Co.

May 16, 20205 min read

Landscaping With Edibles for North Texas

Learn how easy it is to blend edibles into your overall landscape -- your HOA won't even notice!

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Apr 6, 202011 min read

#SucculentLove - How To Grow & Care For Cacti and Other Succulents

Succulents are easy to grow indoors or out.

Marshall Grain Co.

Apr 1, 20202 min read

TIPS & TECHNIQUES

Timely Tips on Organic Gardening & Pet Care

5 Reasons Why You Should Plant in the Fall

How to Grow Sweet Potatoes

Urban Herbs for Kitchen & Medicine Cabinet

Southern Comfort: Growing Okra

Magnificent Melons: Growing Watermelons and Cantaloupe in North Texas

Growing Squashes & Cucumbers in North Texas

Biting Bugs in the Garden

Bigger, Better Tomatoes (And Peppers)

Buried Treasures: Episode 2, Spring Vegetable Gardening Series

Cool Greens & Rockin' Roots: Spring Vegetable Gardening in North Texas

Caring for Poinsettias

Fall Flutterby Facts

Fall Season Guide to Organic Lawn Care for North Texas

How to Grow Cilantro (Coriander)

The Basics of African Violet Care

The Story Behind Your Lawn Weeds

3 Steps to Effective Mosquito Control

How to Beat Squash Bugs

Landscaping With Edibles for North Texas

#SucculentLove - How To Grow & Care For Cacti and Other Succulents

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