Relieving the winter doldrums

Relieving the winter doldrums

January 06, 2011 Austin has so many mild winter days that it’s really a shame not to be out enjoying your garden at this time of year. But what if your flowery perennial garden dies back in winter and you’re left with brown grass, leaf-strewn beds, and a shade tree ...
Concrete block wall project for New Year's

Concrete block wall project for New Year's

January 01, 2011 The New Year’s ball has dropped. 2011 is a clean slate. I never bother with resolutions, in the garden or otherwise, but I do get antsy for a new project at this time of year. Pleasant temperatures, no mosquitoes, and a tamed and friendly Death Star (i.e., ...
Concrete block wall project for New Year's

Concrete block wall project for New Year’s

January 01, 2011 The New Year’s ball has dropped. 2011 is a clean slate. I never bother with resolutions, in the garden or otherwise, but I do get antsy for a new project at this time of year. Pleasant temperatures, no mosquitoes, and a tamed and friendly Death Star (i.e., ...