Seasonal Guides & Checklists

Ask most Houston homeowners when the best time to plant is and they'll say spring. It's a reasonable guess, spring means warmer weather, longer days, and everything feels like it's coming back to life. But if you live in Houston and you're planting in spring, you're actually setting your plants up for one of the hardest tests they'll ever face, a Houston summer. Fall is different. And once you understand why, you'll never plant in spring again.

September in Houston. The calendar says fall. The thermometer says, “That’s adorable.” While people in other parts of the country are pulling out sweaters and drinking pumpkin-spice everything, we're still standing in our yards sweating and wondering why we bothered doing our hair. And honestly, our landscapes are tired too.

August in Houston is peak heat season,and your garden needs extra attention to make it through to Fall. This complete organic gardening checklist will help Houston homeowners protect their landscapes and prepare for fall planting season in Zone 9b.

June Landscape Checklist: Native Plants & Organic Practices for Houston Gardens June in Houston is nothing if not unpredictable. One week, you're hand-watering everything in sight, the next your backyard looks like a bayou. Whether this summer brings drought or the deluges forecasters are hinting at, the good news is that an organic, native-forward landscape is built to handle both. Here's what we're thinking about getting prepared for June garden care. Feed the Soil First Be

December is one of the most enjoyable months to garden in Houston. While much of the country shuts down for winter, our Gulf Coast climate stays mild enough for planting, refreshing beds, and planning for the months ahead. For students, staff, and community gardeners connected with Rice, this is a perfect moment to slow down, tend the soil, and prepare the landscape for a vibrant spring. Cool-season vegetables take center stage this time of year. Leafy greens like spinach, ka

As summer winds down in Houston, the cooler mornings and softer evenings remind us that fall is just around the corner. For landscapers and homeowners alike, this season is the best time to prepare flower beds for lasting health and vibrant color next spring. The soil is still warm, roots are actively growing, and with the right care, your garden can thrive all through the changing seasons. We believe in working with nature, not against it. That’s why we use MicroLife Organic

Houston summers are no joke, intense heat, high humidity, and sporadic rain events can stress even the toughest landscapes. But with an organic approach, you can protect your garden and help it thrive naturally, even in the harshest conditions. Here's how: 1. Feed the Soil with Organic Nutrition Healthy soil is your best defense against summer stress. Use: MicroLife 6-2-4 All Organic Multi-Purpose Fertilizer This slow-release, biologically rich fertilizer feeds plants AND the