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Timely Tips on Organic Gardening & Pet Care
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The Importance of Replenishing Your Garden Beds
Most of us usually wait until we’re ready to plant things before we think about preparing our soil. But there are some distinct...
Marshall Grain Co.
Feb 11, 20193 min read
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Get To Know Your Backyard Visitors During National Bird Feeding Month
Why do so many people feed wild birds? One reason is that we want to help our feathered friends, and like all good moms of the world, we...
Marshall Grain Co.
Jan 29, 20192 min read
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How to Grow Potatoes Organically
In North Texas the best time to plant potatoes is usually in February, or about 3 weeks before the last spring frost.
Marshall Grain Co.
Jan 14, 20198 min read
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How To Make Your Christmas Cactus Bloom Again
Houseplants make fantastic holiday gifts — especially those that bloom in winter. And one of the most popular is Christmas Cactus. When...
Marshall Grain Co.
Dec 28, 20183 min read
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5 Essentials Tips For Christmas Tree Enjoyment
Shopping for a fresh cut Christmas tree is lots of fun! And Marshall Grain has a great selection of fresh cut trees for you to choose...
Marshall Grain Co.
Nov 28, 20184 min read
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How To Force An Amaryllis Bulb
Amaryllis flowers typically bloom 6 to 8 weeks after they are potted, so if you want your bulb to flower for Christmas or New Year’s,...
Marshall Grain Co.
Nov 9, 20181 min read
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Parsley Pleases Both Pollinators and Your Palate
There are at least two really great reasons to plant parsley. One is for your own enjoyment as a culinary herb. The other is for the...
Marshall Grain Co.
Oct 23, 20185 min read
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Texas Welcomes Monarch Fall Migration
Every October, the City of Grapevine celebrates the Monarch Butterfly migration with its annual "Butterfly Flutterby." The largest...
Marshall Grain Co.
Oct 11, 20182 min read
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What's Destroying North Texas Lawns? An Armyworm Invasion
If you have a lawn, you’ve probably been witness to this September's plague of Armyworms marching across North Texas lawns. These pests –...
Marshall Grain Co.
Sep 28, 20183 min read
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The Ultimate Guide to Organic Recipes For Mosquito Relief
North Texas is home to more than 50 types of mosquitoes, each with their own color, shape, and personality. Some of these mosquitoes can...
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Sep 21, 20184 min read
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Planning Your Fall Garden
Nearly everything in Texas is determined by the weather and that goes for your fall vegetable garden. You’ll see on our Vegetable...
Marshall Grain Co.
Sep 11, 20184 min read
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A Powerful Garden Predator
The praying mantis - or mantid - is the most interesting looking beneficial insect to have around the garden. An icon of the beneficial...
Marshall Grain Co.
Aug 27, 20182 min read
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How to Make Your Own Organic Pesticides
By Sarah Harris As a rancher, I have had my fair share of problems in controlling and eradicating pest infestations. Nonetheless, many...
Marshall Grain Co.
Aug 14, 20184 min read
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How To Check for Chinch Bugs
If you’ve been watching your lawn develop brown patches over the summer, those dead spots are likely caused by one of three things: lack...
Marshall Grain Co.
Jul 24, 20183 min read
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How to Grow Watermelons
North Texas is a great place to grow watermelon plants. They absolutely love our hot, sunny environment, which is why Texas is one of the...
Marshall Grain Co.
Jul 10, 20186 min read
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