August in Central Texas can feel like a second winter for your garden, but that doesn't mean there's nothing to do. In this episode of the ATXGardens Podcast, Colleen shares what gardeners should focus on in early August, including erosion control with berms and swales, summer pruning, fruit tree care, fall garden planning, and which vegetables can still be planted before cooler weather arrives. You'll also learn why now is the perfect time to prepare planting beds, collect wildflower seeds, ...
Jul 16
34 min
Late July may be hot, but it's an important time to set your Central Texas garden up for success heading into fall. In this episode of the ATXGardens Podcast, Colleen shares practical tips for summer pruning, managing chiggers, deciding whether to put your vegetable garden to bed, choosing crops that still have time to mature before the first freeze, and why she recommends avoiding French drains for most landscapes. You'll also learn how to refresh overgrown perennials, care for herbs during ...
Jul 2
44 min
July may be the hottest month in Central Texas, but there's still plenty to do in the garden. In this episode of the ATXGardens Podcast, Colleen shares practical July gardening tips, including how to manage pests naturally, prune trees and perennials, harvest figs and apples, build rain gardens to solve erosion problems, and decide whether it's time to put your vegetable garden to bed for the summer. You'll also learn which crops can still be planted in the heat and how seed saving can help s...
Jun 18
39 min
Late June is a time of transition in the Central Texas garden, and knowing what to do now can set you up for success later. In this episode of the ATXGardens Podcast, Colleen shares tips for harvesting figs, peaches, and blackberries, caring for summer vegetables, collecting rainwater, and preventing mosquito problems without harming pollinators. You'll also learn why it's time to wrap up perennial planting, how to manage blackberry canes for next year's harvest, and what steps you can take n...
Jun 4
34 min
Summer is settling into Central Texas, and your garden is feeling the change. In this episode of the ATXGardens Podcast, Colleen shares what to do in your Central Texas garden in early June, including harvesting potatoes and onions, managing weeds before they spread seeds, preventing pest outbreaks naturally, and deciding what summer vegetables are still worth planting. She also covers oak wilt precautions, light summer tree trimming, soil erosion solutions, and tips for keeping your garden p...
May 21
31 min
Get your Central Texas garden ready for the transition into summer with this essential late May gardening guide. Learn why soil testing matters, what to plant now (and what to skip), and how to care for fruit trees, herbs, and heat-loving crops before temperatures rise. From avoiding costly fertilizing mistakes to harvesting at the perfect time, this episode is packed with practical tips to help your garden thrive. If you want healthier plants and a more successful summer garden, don’t miss t...
May 7
31 min
Get your Central Texas garden ready for the heat with this essential early May gardening guide. Learn what to plant now, what to stop doing, and how to manage weeds, fruit trees, and summer crops before temperatures soar. From vegetable planting tips to lawn care and mulching strategies, this episode covers the critical tasks that can make or break your summer garden. If you want a thriving, low-stress garden in Texas heat, don’t miss these timely tips. **Find full show notes, product links, ...
Apr 23
28 min
Get your Central Texas garden ready for late April with this essential gardening guide packed with timely tips. Learn what to plant now, how to care for fruit trees, prevent worms in your harvest, and avoid common mistakes that can ruin your summer garden. From vegetable planting schedules to organic lawn care and soil improvement, this episode covers everything you need to grow a thriving garden in Texas heat. Don’t miss these critical mid-spring tasks that can make or break your growing sea...
Apr 9
41 min
Spring is in full swing in Central Texas, and your garden is about to take off. In this episode, Colleen Dieter shares exactly what to plant in April, how to protect your fruit trees from pests, and why now is the time to set up your watering system before the Texas heat hits. You’ll learn what to do after a surprise late freeze, which warm-season vegetables and herbs to plant now, and how to avoid costly mistakes with trees and lawns. If you want a thriving Central Texas garden this spring, ...
Mar 26
23 min
Spring is in full swing in Central Texas, and your garden is about to explode with growth. In this episode of the ATXGardens Podcast, Colleen Dieter shares exactly what to do in your Austin-area garden in the second half of March, from controlling fast-growing weeds to pruning and feeding citrus trees. You’ll also learn how to protect fruit trees from pests, plant warm-season vegetables and herbs, and give your lawn the right start for spring. If you want healthier plants and a more productiv...
Mar 13
30 min
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