Here at the beginning of April I always feel like wandering along our byways in search of the native wildflowers. The bluebonnets are among the first wildflowers to greet us…
This past week has been simply beautiful weatherwise. We luxuriated in cool days and a smattering of rain. There was a bit of breeze to sweep through the yard from…
On a recent podcast Jeff and I were chatting about an agave he decided to adopt while we were browsing through a local gardening center. I believe it to be…
Many years ago when I was a young mother, I would drag my children to the library because it was relaxing browsing through the books. They were kind children and…
Jeff is a terrific gift giver. I don’t know how he can choose just the thing that is meaningful to the person receiving his choice. One gift that my husband…
Welcome to MaryBird’s backyard garden. This is the home of two DIY garden enthusiasts and two nosy Boykin Spaniels. It's the beginning of March and all around…
Next week I am expecting temperatures to reach 88F/31C. Time to make a plan. Watering the garden is actually one of the. most satisfying charms of growing plants. …
February is like tiptoeing on a tight wire here in Central Texas. One quick nap for our plants this year and warm weather is tapping them on the shoulder. …
Welcome to gardening enthusiasts everywhere!Our charming Boykins are enjoying warm sunshine in the Zinnia border on a warm late December morning. Aren’t they just adorable? Every morning they race outside…