ATXGardens Podcast

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, Colleen shares tips for harvesting figs, peaches, and blackberries, caring for summer vegetables, collecting rainwater, and preventing mosquito problems without harming pollinators. You'll also learn why it's time to wrap up perennial planting, how to manage blackberry canes for next year's harvest, and what steps you can take now to start planning for fall gardening season. If you're gardening in Austin or Central Texas, this episode is packed with practical advice to help your garden thrive through the summer heat. **Find full show notes, product links, and upcoming event info at www.atxgardens.com/podcast [https://www.atxgardens.com/podcast/episode19]

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 garden in early June, including harvesting potatoes and onions, managing weeds before they spread seeds, preventing pest outbreaks naturally, and deciding what summer vegetables are still worth planting. She also covers oak wilt precautions, light summer tree trimming, soil erosion solutions, and tips for keeping your garden productive through the heat. If you garden in Austin or Central Texas, this episode is packed with practical June gardening advice to help your landscape thrive through the transition into summer. **Find full show notes, product links, and upcoming event info at www.atxgardens.com/podcast [https://www.atxgardens.com/podcast/episode18]

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 what to skip), and how to care for fruit trees, herbs, and heat-loving crops before temperatures rise. From avoiding costly fertilizing mistakes to harvesting at the perfect time, this episode is packed with practical tips to help your garden thrive. If you want healthier plants and a more successful summer garden, don’t miss these timely insights. **Find full show notes, product links, and upcoming event info at www.atxgardens.com/podcast [https://www.atxgardens.com/podcast/episode17]

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, fruit trees, and summer crops before temperatures soar. From vegetable planting tips to lawn care and mulching strategies, this episode covers the critical tasks that can make or break your summer garden. If you want a thriving, low-stress garden in Texas heat, don’t miss these timely tips. **Find full show notes, product links, and upcoming event info at www.atxgardens.com/podcast [https://www.atxgardens.com/podcast/episode16]

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, prevent worms in your harvest, and avoid common mistakes that can ruin your summer garden. From vegetable planting schedules to organic lawn care and soil improvement, this episode covers everything you need to grow a thriving garden in Texas heat. Don’t miss these critical mid-spring tasks that can make or break your growing season. **Find full show notes, product links, and upcoming event info at www.atxgardens.com/podcast [https://www.atxgardens.com/podcast/episode15]