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Peat Moss
In the process of discussing my sick Texas Mountain Laurel tree (see earlier post about this: What Is Wrong With My Texas Mountain Laurel Tree?), one gardener suggested that I make liberal use of peat moss to introduce more organic matter to the soil here. The idea was to use it in the same way as Continue reading
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What Is Wrong With My Texas Mountain Laurel Tree?
Sophora secundiflora Height in July 2023: 2.5 ft Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center database entry Texas Mountain Laurel was another easy choice as a tree to plant here. It has low water needs and the blooms are very showy and fragrant. I had not encountered it before, but it was recommended by several local gardeners Continue reading
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The Starting Point
This is how it all started. In February 2023 we took ownership of a newly built house in Seguin, Texas, USA and this is how the lot was landscaped by the builder. The front yard was turfed with Bermudagrass sod, with two small Live Oak trees (variety unknown) and a bed near the house with Continue reading
About Me
Nature Lover.
Inquisitive Observer.
Student Gardener.
I invite you to join me on my journey to convert my sterile (from a nature point of view) new house lot to a healthy and diverse ecosystem, as I make discoveries, mistakes, and hopefully progress. I am not an expert or professional. The project started in February 2023 and the location is Seguin, Texas, USA.
Rewilding My Lot 