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Central Texas Gardener takes brand-new and seasoned gardeners down a sustainable garden path with organic techniques, water-wise plants, and homegrown food. Get design inspiration, hands-on how-to, and behind-the-scenes tours of Texas gardeners at home.
Support for CTG is provided by: Geo Growers Organic
Rosy Future at The Antique Rose Emporium
Antique Rose Emporium founder Michael Shoup is looking ahead to new roses.
Native Groundcovers for Shade & Sun
Get down to business with native groundcovers!
Water Conservation, Your Style
Maximize garden beauty without draining water resources with Karen Guz.
Native Alternatives to Exotic Invasive Plants
What’s the negative impact of exotic, invasive plants on waterways and wildlife habitat?
Save Your Succulents + Charmed Up Makeover
Yikes! I killed my succulent (and/or) air plant.
What’s Behind a “Green Thumb?”
What’s the secret behind the proverbial green thumb?
Mountain Cedar: Why to Love the Tree You Love to Hate
Achoo! Do mountain cedars make you see red?
Best Tips for Growing Fruit Trees
Yum! It’s so fun to pick juicy fruit right from your own trees.
Evergreen Ideas for Sun & Shade
Need evergreen ideas for sun, deep shade, and in-between?
Plants That Light Up the Night!
Amanda Moon from It’s About Thyme discusses plants that glow by moonlight.
Our gardens are sanctuaries to heal, find peace, and truly get outside ourselves.
Sweet Tips for Starting Beehives
Master Beekeeper Tanya Phillips sweetens the deal with top tips for starting beehives.
Accent and color up the garden or patio with containers that extend your plant diversity.
Peckerwood Garden and Courtyard Romance
Organizing a bunch of plants into a sensual garden is both exciting and rewarding.
