Reader E.H. of Lubbock is concerned about recent discoloration of leaves of a fruiting quince tree and asks what could be happening. The tree of E.H. is deficient in iron. The accompanying photo taken ...

Throughout the summer months, I will be writing informational articles that will highlight three species of plants found throughout our region which are considered poisonous by contact or if consumed.

"A" is for August, a time for looking ahead to autumn ... and for assuring a sufficient supply of water to plants, actively weeding the garden, and aerating and dethatching lawns to promote root ...

Many a gardener has a situation where they want something pretty to cover a small trellis or trail along a railing. Familiar vines such as royal trumpet vine, jasmine or passion flower vine simply are ...

There is a colorful vine in our neighborhood showing out now with colorful orange blooms. The trumpet creeper (Campsis radicans) is now visible along roadways, fences and trees. The vine, also known ...