Here’s the dirt on composting:
It eliminates landfill waste, reduces the need for chemical fertilizers, enriches soil, retains soil moisture and saves you money!
Ready to start your own backyard compost? Check out these resources from The Woodlands Township Environmental Services Department.
Why does mushroom get invited to all the parties?
Because he’s a fun-guy!
But really, it’s no joke that mushrooms are great to have around.
Not so sure? Read all about these beneficial organisms in the latest article from The Woodlands Township Environmental Services Department.
Monarchs are on the move, with reports coming in that residents are seeing an increase in sightings from the coast to the hill country.
If you enjoy watching the fall migration, remember there are simple actions you can take to ensure there is a monarch population to enjoy year after year.
Read the latest article from The Woodlands Township Environmental Services Department for 3 simple steps to help monarchs this fall.
Its Fall! Time for cool mornings and pumpkin spice everything. And, while nothing says fall like fallen leaves, here are three things to consider (and a fun activity!) before you tackle the autumnal abundance.
It’s National Moth Week. Celebrate by spending some time observing moths in your backyard. You might be surprised by the variety of color and size you find.
Read the latest article from Environmental Services and learn how simple and fun ‘mothing’ can be.
Scorcher. Dog Days of Summer. Heat Wave.
It’s summer and that means the next few months will be the hottest of the year.
While we seek out ways to stay cool, some native plants embrace the heat. Get to know these five heat loving perennials in the latest article from the Environmental Services Department.
If you’ve been itching to start vegetable gardening at home but not sure where to begin, we’ve got you covered with this simple guide on edible container gardens.
Check out our latest article to start gardening today and enjoy home grown herbs and vegetables this season.
Parents know EVERYTHING. Well…maybe not everything. We’re here to educate mom and dad on what they need to know about veggies and saving water. Let’s hope they’re not too upset about being ‘wrong’. We don’t want to be grounded this weekend.
Meet Andy. Andy is a Woodlands resident making small changes to his yard that are yielding big results. From saving time, water and money to growing valuable resources for wildlife and a healthier lawn, Andy is sharing tips and tricks that you can do too!
Growing more than 6’ tall, giant coneflowers add a pop of color to any garden. These oversized beauties attract a variety of pollinators, are low maintenance and disease resistant. Learn more about these native plants and plan to add to your fall garden.
