Many shade trees have suffered during the 2023 drought and need deep soaking.

Standard sized crapemyrtles shade the front walls and windows of this East Texas home.

Fresh green beans are always a treat.

July 17, 2023 - Despite heat and drought, the “fall” vegetable season begins in July, with the planting of tomato transplants (if you can find them) and pumpkin seeds. Growing pumpkins here is not for the faint of heart, but what would Halloween be without them?

Periwinkle blight is caused by watering too often.