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Timely Tips on Organic Gardening & Pet Care
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Marshall Grain Co.
Oct 9, 20234 min read
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.
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Marshall Grain Co.
Sep 30, 20235 min read
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.
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Marshall Grain Co.
Mar 24, 202311 min read
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.
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Marshall Grain Co.
Mar 24, 20236 min read
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.
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Marshall Grain Co.
Mar 23, 202325 min read
The Ultimate Organic Lawn Care Guide for North Texas
The most comprehensive lawn care manual for North Texas! Learn how organic methods result in a tougher and more beautiful lawn
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Marshall Grain Co.
Mar 23, 20233 min read
10 Steps to Organic Gardening
Follow our 10 steps to becoming a successful organic gardener and begin enjoying the benefits of a healthier lifestyle.
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Marshall Grain Co.
Mar 23, 20232 min read
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.
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Marshall Grain Co.
Mar 23, 20231 min read
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.
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Marshall Grain Co.
Mar 3, 20236 min read
Straw Bale Gardening
Using straw bales requires some planning and preparation. First, their availability is limited and second, they need to be conditioned
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Marshall Grain Co.
Feb 13, 20232 min read
6 Reasons Why You Should Hire a Professional Landscape Designer
Even if you know what you're doing, it takes a lot of work to achieve what an experienced professional landscape designer can produce.
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Marshall Grain Co.
Jan 23, 20234 min read
7 Simple Low-Maintenance Landscaping Ideas for Your Home
A beautiful yard that draws the envy of neighbors, doesn't necessarily require you to put in back-breaking shifts every weekend!
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Marshall Grain Co.
Dec 26, 20222 min read
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.
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Marshall Grain Co.
Nov 23, 202213 min read
Houseplants Care & Maintenance
In this article, our experts share their knowledge about general care and maintenance for all your houseplants. We'll cover common...
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Marshall Grain Co.
Oct 21, 20229 min read
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!
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Marshall Grain Co.
Oct 12, 20221 min read
Fall Blooming Texas Natives
Extend the Fall season by adding Texas native plants into your landscape that bloom later into October, November and even December.
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Marshall Grain Co.
Sep 27, 20228 min read
Lawn Care Update for Fall & Winter 2022
Properly caring for your lawn in Fall and Winter makes all the difference as to how it will look in the spring.
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Marshall Grain Co.
Aug 30, 20222 min read
Causes and Signs of Drainage Problems and How to Fix Them
Drainage and erosion issues are often a headache for property owners. If they are not resolved using the right control features, you'll...
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Marshall Grain Co.
Aug 16, 20223 min read
What is Diatomaceous Earth
Besides being really hard to pronounce, what's so special about diatomaceous earth? Well, it actually has many uses in the garden.
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Marshall Grain Co.
Aug 2, 20226 min read
How to Plant a Tree
When was the last time you planted a tree? Probably never, right? Trees may look strong and sturdy but they are actually very sensitive.
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Marshall Grain Co.
Jul 28, 20223 min read
Landscape Lighting Design Ideas
When choosing different lighting options to glow up your landscape, there are some important things to consider. Here’s some helpful advice
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