GARDENS Magazine - May/June 2012

Feature Articles

Herbal Haven

Hill Country herb farm blends fragrant gardens with lodging and dining.

Cut Flowers for Fun and Profit

Texas flower producers carve out a special niche.

The Buzz Around Town

Backyard beekeeping yields pollination, satisfaction and great honey.

Long Live the Lilies

Crinums and all Southern beauty and all Texas toughness.

Pond Pleasures

Big or small, a pond offers bountiful garden gifts.

From the Sperry Garden

On a Personal Note:

Neil's trek to a favorite garden center.

Ask Neil:

Bare lawns, exposed roots, dallisgrass, bagworms and more.

Lone Stars

Rising Star: Gaillardia 'Gayla'

Meet the blanket flower that earned "FlameProof" honors.

Abundance of Abelias

An old favorite now comes in colorful compact forms.

Designing Texas

Top It Off!

Mulches conserve water, block weeds, and dress up the landscape.

Texas Tips

Conserving Lawn Water

Smarter ways to make the most of that precious water supply.

Finishing Touch

Bakers' Racks

New looks for a graceful old favorite.