VOLUME 16, ISSUE 27 • July 2, 2020

Neil Sperry editor. Gretchen Drew design and circulation.

 
 
 
 

Happy Independence Day weekend! Lynn and I hope it will be a safe and happy few days for you - one where you can celebrate in a responsible manner.

In this issue…
• Time's here for fall tomatoes;
• A weed we all know too well;
• Rockin' with rock roses;
• Fuzzy trunks; and
• In case you need things to do.

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Photo: Pavonia stars in Texas summers.

 
 
 
   

Fall Tomato Time

When you plant vegetables in this great state of Texas certainly depends on where you live and garden. For many, that time is now if you want to grow tomatoes. Fall harvests can be fabulous. I'll give you details.

Photo: 'Celebrity' tastes as good as it looks!

 
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Plant of the Week: Rock Rose

I'm a big fan of understated plants - those that add charm to their surroundings without screaming out for attention. This is one of those sweet little plants, and it's a Native Texan to boot. I'll tell you more.

Photo: Pavonia is found in the Texas Hill Country and Trans-Pecos.

 
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Question of the Week - Number One: July 2, 2020

"What is this weed, and how can I eliminate it? It grows so rapidly."

It's a spurge, but that's all I'll tell you. You have to click to find more.

Photo: Image shared with me on Facebook recently.

 
 
 
   

Gardening This Weekend

Perhaps you'll have a little extra time this weekend, and maybe you'll want to get out into the landscape or garden one of these mornings. Here are the most important things to accomplish.

Photo: Velma's Royal Delight crape myrtle grows to 6-7 ft. tall and wide.

 
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Question of the Week - Number Two: July 2, 2020

"What is this growing on the trunks of our young oak trees? Do we need to be concerned? What can we do to stop it?"

It's an outbreak of lichens. I'll explain.

Photo: Quite a colony of lichens. Image posted on my Facebook page by Debbie L.

 
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And, in closing…

That's it for e-gardens for this week.

I'll be live on the air this weekend (May be an easier time to call through.):
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Until next week, thanks for reading. And happy gardening!

 
 

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