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Can Henbit and Chickweed Be Composted

by | Jul 3, 2023 | Diseases, Pests & Weeds, FAQ

Can noxious weeds such as henbit and chickweed be composted? Yes, but care must be taken so the compost produced does not replant the weeds. If I put weeds such as henbit and chickweed in a compost bin, it really needs to be covered with a layer of carbon material...

Aphids & Whiteflies on Squash Plants 

by | Jul 3, 2023 | Diseases, Pests & Weeds, FAQ

We have an infestation of aphids and whiteflies on our squash plants. The whiteflies came after we had sprayed different chemicals hoping to get rid of the aphids, spider mites and then we’ve been to try to kill the squash bore worms too. We’ve been using NEEM oil and...

Potatoes in Parker County

by | Jul 3, 2023 | FAQ, Fruits & Vegetables

Growing Irish Potatoes or other varieties is really an easy crop for Parker County. From my experience, seed potatoes are purchased from the local feed store (do not use potatoes from grocery stores, as they have a growth inhibitor on them) around the first part of...

Onions ~ When to Plant

by | Jul 3, 2023 | FAQ, Fruits & Vegetables

In our USDA Zone 7B Spring: Onion plants are hardy to 20° so they can be planted early. The earlier the onion is planted, the more time the onion has to make more top and therefore larger onions. Short and Intermediate can be planted starting in mid Febuary thorough...

Now Accepting 2025 Grant Applications!
We are continuing a program, started in 2021, to distribute grants to non-profit groups or organizations who support our mission of “providing the best horticultural practices appropriate for our county”.
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