ATXGardens Podcast

What to Do in Your Central Texas Garden (Oct. 1–15): Cool-Season Planting Begins

October is prime gardening season in Central Texas, and there’s plenty to plant, harvest, and enjoy! In this episode of the ATXGardens Podcast, Colleen shares what to pla

What to Do in Your Central Texas Garden (Sept. 15–30): Fall Planting & Bluebonnets

Fall planting season is officially here in Central Texas! In this episode of the ATXGardens Podcast, Colleen shares what to plant in late September, why it’s time to stop

What to Do in Your Central Texas Garden (Sept. 1–15): Stop Pruning, Start Planting

September is one of the best times of year to garden in Central Texas, and this episode will help you make the most of the changing season. Colleen shares expert tips on

What to Do in Your Central Texas Garden (Aug 15–31): Build Beds & Prep for Fall

As summer begins to wind down in Central Texas, now is the time to start preparing for one of the best gardening seasons of the year. In this episode of the ATXGardens Po

What to Do in Your Central Texas Garden (Aug 1–15): Stop Planting & Plan for Fall

August in Central Texas can feel like a second winter for your garden, but that doesn't mean there's nothing to do. In this episode of the ATXGardens Podcast, C

What to Do in Your Central Texas Garden (July 15–31): Prune Now & Plan for Fall

Late July may be hot, but it's an important time to set your Central Texas garden up for success heading into fall. In this episode of the ATXGardens Podcast, Collee

What to Do in Your Central Texas Garden (July 1–15): Rain Gardens, Fig Harvest & Summer Pruning

July may be the hottest month in Central Texas, but there's still plenty to do in the garden. In this episode of the ATXGardens Podcast, Colleen shares practical Jul

What to Do in Your Central Texas Garden (June 15–30): Train Blackberries & Plan for Fall

Late June is a time of transition in the Central Texas garden, and knowing what to do now can set you up for success later. In this episode of the ATXGardens Podcast, Col

What to do in your Central Texas garden (June 1-15): Harvest Veggies & Plant Fast

Summer is settling into Central Texas, and your garden is feeling the change. In this episode of the ATXGardens Podcast, Colleen shares what to do in your Central Texas g

What to Do in Your Central Texas Garden (May 15–31): Soil Testing Tips, Watch Out for Oak Wilt, and Summer Vegetables

Get your Central Texas garden ready for the transition into summer with this essential late May gardening guide. Learn why soil testing matters, what to plant now (and wh

What to Do in Your Central Texas Garden (May 1–15): Enjoy the Blooms, Don’t Touch Those Trees, and Summer Veggie Planting

Get your Central Texas garden ready for the heat with this essential early May gardening guide. Learn what to plant now, what to stop doing, and how to manage weeds, frui

What to Do in Your Central Texas Garden (April 15–30): Plant Perennials, Warm Season Veggies, and Do Not Prune Oaks

Get your Central Texas garden ready for late April with this essential gardening guide packed with timely tips. Learn what to plant now, how to care for fruit trees, prev

April 1–15 Garden Tasks (Central Texas): What to Plant & What to Avoid

Spring is in full swing in Central Texas, and your garden is about to take off. In this episode, Colleen Dieter shares exactly what to plant in April, how to protect your

What to Do in Your Central Texas Garden (March 15–April 1): Pruning Citrus Trees, Spring Perennial and Vegetable Planting, Lawn Care Tips

Spring is in full swing in Central Texas, and your garden is about to explode with growth. In this episode of the ATXGardens Podcast, Colleen Dieter shares exactly what t

What to Do in Your Central Texas Garden (March 1–15): Spring Is Here! Stop Pruning Trees, Start Planting Perennials

Spring is almost here in Central Texas, and the second half of February is a critical transition time in your garden. In this episode of The ATXGardens Podcast, Colleen D

What to Do in Your Central Texas Garden (Feb 15–28): Winter Clean-Up & Last Chance for Cool-Season Vegetables

Spring is just around the corner, and late February is one of the busiest times in the Central Texas garden. In this episode, Colleen Dieter of ATXGardens walks you throu

What to Do in your Central Texas Garden (Feb 1-15) ICE STORM EDITION

A major ice storm and deep freeze hit Central Texas—now what? In this episode of the ATXGardens Podcast, landscape consultant and certified arborist Colleen Dieter explai

What to Do in Your Central Texas Garden (January 16–31): Weird Weather, Weeds & Winter Prep

Winter in Central Texas has been anything but normal, and in this episode of The ATXGardens Podcast, Colleen Dieter breaks down exactly what to do in the second half of J

What to Do in Your Central Texas Garden (January 1–15): Freeze Prep, Weeds & Bare Root Trees

Wondering what to focus on in your Central Texas garden in early January? In this episode of The ATXGardens Podcast, landscape consultant Colleen Dieter shares timely tip

What to Plant (and Not Plant) in Central Texas in Late December

Want to keep your Central Texas garden thriving through December? In this episode, Colleen shares exactly what to do in the second half of the month—from identifying wint