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How to Control Rescuegrass in Central Texas Lawns (Before It Takes Over)
If you’ve noticed patches of light green, fast-growing grass popping up in your lawn during the cooler months, you’re likely dealing with rescuegrass. This common Central Texas weed can be frustrating, but understanding its life cycle is the key to getting ahead of it. What Is Rescuegrass? Rescuegrass is an annual cool-season grass, which means it germinates in the fall, grows through winter and early spring, and then dies out naturally once the summer heat arrives. While that might sound like good news, the problem is that it produces plenty of seeds before it dies—setting you up for an even bigger issue next year. Why It’s Hard to Kill After [...]
How to Grow Antelope Horn Milkweed from Seed
How to Grow Antelope Horn Milkweed from seed (Asclepias asperula) Antelope horn milkweed (Asclepias asperula) is a tough, drought-adapted native that supports monarch butterflies and other pollinators. Because Central Texas soils and climate can be challenging, proper seed preparation and early care are essential. Follow these steps to improve germination and establish healthy plants. Why Grow Antelope Horn Milkweed? First, this native species thrives in rocky, well-drained soils common across the Hill Country. Additionally, it serves as a host plant for monarch caterpillars and provides nectar for beneficial insects. For more on monarch conservation, visit: https://www.monarchjointventure.org/ Step 1: Source Quality Seeds Start with fresh, regionally adapted seed whenever possible. Native [...]