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Gardening in West Texas: A Beginner’s Guide for the Not-So-Green Thumb

March 25, 2024 1 Comment

Gardening in West Texas can be a rewarding experience, even for those who consider themselves beginners. The arid climate, scorching summer temperatures, and limited water supply, however, present unique challenges. In this guide, Todd Hooper, the General Manager at Garden World for 27 years, and Beth Hamaty, a Master Gardener, share their knowledge with easy and practical … [Read more...]

Central Texas Landscaping Tips

May 7, 2018 1 Comment

  Though it can get hot in the summer and cool in the winter, the Texas country around Abilene is perfect for growing most of the year. As a result, you don’t have to look far and wide to find beautiful home gardens and gorgeous landscapes. However, if you are a new homeowner with a hopelessly black thumb, you might not know where to start when it comes to designing and … [Read more...]

Backyard Living

July 9, 2015 Leave a Comment

Backyards That Don’t Take a Backseat Outdoor home spaces that rival the indoors By Laura Gutschke Photography by Gary Rhodes A calm oasis from the stress of the day. A park-like play area for the children. A colorful venue for entertaining. Abilene Scene opens the gates to some splendid backyard spaces around town. Learn what is possible when imagination, aesthetics, … [Read more...]

Loving Your Lawn

May 8, 2015 Leave a Comment

We are all beginning to think more seriously about our backyards now that summer is upon us.  This season of cookouts, BBQs and water games is also the season of the backyard. We thought some lawn care tips might come in handy for those of you who are unsatisfied with the current state of your outdoor spaces.     Family Handy Man Suppose you have a lawn … [Read more...]

Seedlings of Success

May 4, 2015 Leave a Comment

By Laura Gutschke Photography by Hannah Vickers With a little knowledge, planning and effort, even novices can improve their home landscaping, grow healthy vegetables or naturally decorate an indoor or outdoor entertaining space. Master Gardener Eddie Hutson of the Big Country Master Gardeners Association suggests beginners divide a gardening project into four parts: plot, … [Read more...]

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