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Semi-Annual Pottery Sale
Our semi-annual pottery sale happens on Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends.
06:52 PM - May 21, 2009 | 1 Comment | Read Article
Ladybugs and Other Beneficial Insects
Find out why we stopped carrying Lady Bugs and Mantids and what you can do to get beneficial insects in your garden.
06:52 PM - May 27, 2009 | 4 Comments | Read Article
Earth Sprouts Summer Camps for Kids!
The Great Outdoors is proud to bring you our first ever gardening camp for kids age 4-10. The camps will focus on local food culture, gardening, and ecological stewardship. Keep an eye on our website for registration details and links. COMING SOON!!
08:08 PM - Jun 04, 2009 | 0 Comments | Read Article
Merrideth on CTG
I was asked to do a segment on Bamboo for Austin on Central Texas Gardener. Here it is!
12:00 AM - Jun 08, 2009 | 0 Comments | Read Article
Tom's Nursery Tour
Tom takes the Republic of Austin staff on a quick tour of the nursery. Check it out!
09:28 PM - Jun 08, 2009 | 0 Comments | Read Article
Attack of the Homegrown Tomatoes!
If you're proud of your little red beauties and want to show 'em off, maybe win a gift card, read on to find out what you gotta do.
07:34 PM - Jun 12, 2009 | 0 Comments | Read Article
It's Not Hot, It's ROOF Hot
Very few plants in the Texas landscape can tolerate heat AND drought like these little toughies.
12:00 AM - Jun 12, 2009 | 0 Comments | Read Article
Help your Plants Beat the Heat
Five tips to keep your landscape healthy in the heat and drought we are experiencing.
12:00 AM - Jun 26, 2009 | 0 Comments | Read Article
Basic Fountain Info
Here are a few things you definitely need to know when choosing a fountain. Follow these simple instructions and your fountain will give you years of enjoyment.
12:00 AM - Jun 27, 2009 | 0 Comments | Read Article
It's Corn Gluten Time
Now is the time to apply corn gluten for spring weed control.
12:00 AM - Sep 18, 2009 | 1 Comment | Read Article
Attack of the Aphids!!!
Suddenly, an explosion of aphids has descended on Austin, leaving everything sticky in their path. Here re a few things you can do to mitigate damage and help your plants.
12:00 AM - Oct 08, 2009 | 2 Comments | Read Article
It's time to plant wildflowers!!
While the flowers won;t come until spring, now is the time to put out wildflower seeds. Read on to find out how.
12:00 AM - Oct 15, 2009 | 1 Comment | Read Article
Extreme Freeze is Coming
Here are a few tips to try and mitigate damage from the hard freeze coming.
12:00 AM - Jan 06, 2010 | 2 Comments | Read Article
Valentine's Day is near!!
A living plant will last much longer than cut flowers. Plus they will bloom again in the future. All for a cost similar to what you will pay for roses this week.
12:00 AM - Feb 09, 2010 | 0 Comments | Read Article
Top 5 "Must Have" Garden Tools
While they aren't everything, these 5 tools will get you through 85%-90% of ypour garden chores.
12:00 AM - Apr 02, 2010 | 0 Comments | Read Article
Mother's Day Celebration
Celebrate mom at TGO
12:00 AM - May 07, 2010 | 0 Comments | Read Article
"Summerizing" Your Garden
A few easy steps to prepare your garden for summer heat. There's no need to be married to the hose this summer.
12:00 AM - May 26, 2010 | 1 Comment | Read Article
Beat the Summer Heat
It can be difficult to keep the garden looking good all summer. Working in the heat can difficult and even dangerous. Here are some pointer to help get you through.
12:00 AM - Jun 30, 2010 | 0 Comments | Read Article
5 July Superstars
While some plants will start to suffer when the heat arrives, these 5 winners are just getting started.
12:00 AM - Jun 30, 2010 | 0 Comments | Read Article
Succulents make local news!!!
Fox& 7/8/10, Super summer Succulents
12:00 AM - Jul 08, 2010 | 0 Comments | Read Article
Tree Planting video
From Fox7, a quick video giving tips on tree planting.
12:00 AM - Jul 08, 2010 | 0 Comments | Read Article
Mosquito Control
A few tips to help you control mosquito populations in your yard.
12:00 AM - Jul 14, 2010 | 2 Comments | Read Article
Fall tomatoes are here!
Fall tomatoes have arrived and peppers can't be far behind. Learn about why we plant them.
12:00 AM - Jul 15, 2010 | 1 Comment | Read Article
Agave and Yucca
Great drought tolerant plants for hot Texas gardens!!
12:00 AM - Jul 19, 2010 | 0 Comments | Read Article
Proper Spraying Techniques
A guide on how to properly apply solutions to plants using different sprayer types.
12:00 AM - Jul 28, 2010 | 1 Comment | Read Article
Gardening Questions 8/19
With Merrideth out od town, Kelly Nalle steps in at Fox7 and answers some questions from viewers.
12:00 AM - Aug 25, 2010 | 0 Comments | Read Article
Tantalizing Tillandsias
Tillandsia are easy to grow plants that nearly anyone can be successful with.
12:00 AM - Aug 25, 2010 | 1 Comment | Read Article
The Family Brassicaceae
Learn about one of the best veggie families for the fall garden.
12:00 AM - Sep 01, 2010 | 0 Comments | Read Article









