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The Pumpkin Porch is OPEN

The Pumpkin Porch is open with pumpkins, acorn squash, gourds and straw. Did you know that we rent straw? Straw sells for $9.50 a bale and if you bring it back in sellable condition we refund you $4.00. For a bale to be in sellable condition it must be dry ...  Read More »

North Texas in winter has always reminded me of the pictures of Berlin after WW2. Ok, it's not that bad but, four months of gray with a little green is somewhat disheartening for me. This is why folks plant annual or seasonal color. You can call it whatever you want but it will bring a smile to an otherwise ... Read More »

To some, it's a desert topping, to others it's a floor wax, but they are all "horticultural oil". Different types of oil have been used for centuries to control insect and fungus type issues on plants. Horticultural oils still remain a tool to manage certain pest on trees and woody ornamental plants. Some can also be used on ...

We have a fair amount of folks ask about planting asparagus. Now I would like to tell you about my personal experience growing asparagus, but I have never grown it. Asparagus is a crop of patience and needs a dedicated area for upwards to 15 years to grow to its full potential. I just don't have a location that I ...

Are you tired of rabbits and other wildlife munching on your landscaping? Try deterring the little creatures with fox urine. Fox urine will keep rabbits and most wildlife from eating your pansies and other tasty plants in your flowerbeds. Before you handle fox urine, make sure you have a good pair of dish washing gloves. To use fox urine in ...

Come October, most of us plunk a pumpkin on either side of the front door and call it good. But with a bit of planning and some creative ingenuity, your entryway and garden can scare up some autumnal style that is worthy of a second (and even a third) look. Here are five simple, gorgeous ideas for decorating with pumpkins. ... Read More »

If you attended the Collin County Master Gardener's Annual Bulb Seminar and Sale in August, listen up. The bulb pick up date this year is on Friday, October 17 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.  Stop by the store and pick up your bulbs!