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Timely Tips on Organic Gardening & Pet Care
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Organic Gardening Guide: How to Grow Potatoes in North Texas
In this video and accompanying article, we introduce you to the fun of growing your own Irish potatoes using our recommended organic methods
Marshall Grain Co.
Apr 112 min read
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The Art of Pruning Roses: A Guide for Dallas-Fort Worth Gardeners
Familiarizing yourself with these basics will help you cultivate vibrant, flourishing bushes that look their best all year long.
Marshall Grain Co.
Dec 18, 20248 min read
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Grow Garlic Like a Pro (The Organic Way)
North Texas gardeners will be happy to know that garlic is one of the easiest edibles you can grow in our climate.
Marshall Grain Co.
Nov 5, 20247 min read
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Best Organic Lawn Care Products
Here's the help you need to select the best organic lawn care products to keep your North Texas turf looking its best.
Marshall Grain Co.
Oct 22, 202419 min read
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TARR: The Deadly Fungus That's Killing Your St. Augustine Lawn
If your St. Augustine lawn is in poor health it could be infected with Take All Root Rot. It's important to act quickly
Marshall Grain Co.
Aug 15, 20243 min read
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From Garden to Kitchen: Tasteful Ways to Use Your Herbs
Homegrown, freshly harvested herbs from your own garden are more flavorful than those from the grocery store. Here's why.
Marshall Grain Co.
Jul 10, 202412 min read
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Best Shade Plants for North Texas
Knowing a plant's light requirements goes a long way toward ensuring that your plants will grow as intended, and will save you stress.
Marshall Grain Co.
Jun 20, 20241 min read
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Creating a Restaurant for Butterflies
The best way to approach designing a butterfly garden is to imaging that we're opening a restaurant for butterflies.
Marshall Grain Co.
May 30, 202416 min read
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Winter Gardening Fun for North Texans
Why spend the winter indoors when you could be outside playing in your garden? Here are some suggestions for how to cheer yourself up.
Marshall Grain Co.
Jan 11, 20246 min read
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Best Fruit Trees for North Texas
Which types and varieties of fruit trees grow well in North Texas? Learn how to keep them healthy and maximize their production.
Marshall Grain Co.
Dec 11, 202313 min read
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Tips for Protecting Your Garden in Cold Weather
Burr it's getting cold outside! Protect your sensitive landscape plants from frost and freezes with these cold weather tips:
Marshall Grain Co.
Nov 13, 20231 min read
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Choosing the Best Mulch for Your Garden Beds
Choosing the right mulch for your garden beds. We look at rock versus wood and other options for mulching your landscape.
Marshall Grain Co.
Oct 9, 20234 min read
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How & When To Prune Your Perennials in North Texas
Many of us assume the best time to prune perennials is in the fall. But our North Texas climate makes timing your pruning chores tricky.
Marshall Grain Co.
Sep 30, 20235 min read
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List of Common Nectar Plants for Texas Butterflies
Adult butterflies need to drink flower nectar to survive. Incorporate plants with different bloom times into your landscape.
Marshall Grain Co.
Mar 24, 202311 min read
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Butterflies and Their Host Plants
Here's a comprehensive list of plants you can incorporate into your landscape to attract more of our native Lepidoptera.
Marshall Grain Co.
Mar 24, 20236 min read
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10 Steps to Organic Gardening
Follow our 10 steps to becoming a successful organic gardener and begin enjoying the benefits of a healthier lifestyle.
Marshall Grain Co.
Mar 23, 20233 min read
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Best Milkweed Varieties for North Texas
Of the many types of Milkweed native to North America, some are more suitable for North Texas than others.
Marshall Grain Co.
Mar 23, 20232 min read
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Lavender Recipes by Marilyn Buehler
Lavender (or Lavandula) can be used in many recipes. Here are two delicious suggestions devised by herb expert Marilyn Buehler.
Marshall Grain Co.
Mar 23, 20231 min read
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Why You Should Rake Your Leaves
Raking leaves is back-breaking and time consuming. But there are 3 reasons why you should do it sooner rather than later.
Marshall Grain Co.
Dec 26, 20222 min read
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How to Make Your Own Herbal Teas
Fall is an excellent time to grow many types of herbs and in just a few weeks you can be harvesting, drying, and blending your own teas!
Marshall Grain Co.
Oct 21, 20229 min read
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