Nueces County Horticulture- Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service

08/19/2026

Y'ALL! In the heat of this summer remember C.P.R.! Watch the brief KBTX Weekend Gardener Segment for more.

🌿Cover
🌿Place: right place for the right plant
🌿Recovery: evaluate pot size to hold more water

https://www.kbtx.com/2026/08/07/weekend-gardener-cpr-tips-summer-plant-care/?fbclid=IwY2xjawToZc5wZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMTBJSEhSQzBBOE9CdXhaY1dzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeRAk_kZX_amDZ1hnmjK1WowWZT9EcuHLUZ7YLYmXAl4zGP6_LlpbRKjQ36B8_aem_F1y2SMkjBm6meoK16_16PQ

A Texas A&M AgriLife expert is urging gardeners to think “CPR” when it comes to protecting plants during the summer heat.

08/17/2026

ADVANCED TRAINING: Texas Superstars®
The Texas Superstar® Advanced Training is a Texas Master Gardener Advanced Training program that focuses on the selection, use, and education of Texas Superstar® plants. Open to approved certified Texas Master Gardeners.
➡ https://txmg.org/event/advanced-training-texas-superstars-2?fbclid=IwY2xjawToZNhwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMTBJSEhSQzBBOE9CdXhaY1dzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeHgJFIsXDzqP2AHJae3mEGi0DLeCW3jYiMRlbfcEcxA4rGpVfujostaI9xyQ_aem__93nwmPIN2oGavVeEabBLg

The Texas Superstar® Advanced Training is a Texas Master Gardener Advanced Training program that focuses on the selection, use, and education of Texas Superstar® plants. The training provides Master Gardeners with research-based information about the Texas Superstar® program, how plants are selec...

08/14/2026

Heat indexes hit 105 to 115 degrees across Texas this week. Heat stroke can set in within minutes. Watch for confusion, dizziness, hot dry skin and a body temperature over 103 degrees. If you see it, call 911. Know the signs:

AgriLife Extension experts explain the symptoms, treatment and prevention of heat exhaustion and heatstroke

08/13/2026

08/12/2026

Looking for rainwater harvesting information?

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service's Healthy Lawns and Healthy Waters program has three workshops around Texas this month!

- Aug. 10 in San Marcos
- Aug. 18 in Seguin
- Aug. 20 in Flower Mound

At Healthy Lawns and Healthy Waters workshops, every participant gets rainwater harvesting training, information on lawn and landscape best practices for their specific region, AND the opportunity to have their soil tested for free!

RSVP for free here: https://hlhw.tamu.edu/workshops/

Read more: https://twri.tamu.edu/blog/tag/healthy-lawns-and-healthy-waters/?utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1demong7zm0j2&fbclid=IwY2xjawTmyflwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMXdtbmRDMGR2NU9PZmY0dldzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeNjQMHe-on6mlN3dx_Nfz7l6VaTRur8WVV8PWBxeT9g830olnD3ftpmQ2TEg_aem_ZxlS-JE1rhtFxGgun8_Xng

The Healthy Lawns and Healthy Waters Program will host a residential rainwater harvesting and turf management training Aug. 20 for Denton County.

08/11/2026

Save the Date! 🌱
Join us February 16–17, for the virtual 2027 JMG® National Leader Training!

✨ Registration opens September 8, 2026!
Mark your calendar!

08/10/2026

That blue-green water may be more than an eyesore. Cyanobacteria blooms can threaten fish, livestock, pets, and people, and effective management starts with knowing what you are dealing with.

Join us on August 18 at 6:00 p.m. CT for a practical webinar on recognizing and managing cyanobacteria blooms before they become a bigger problem.

Register at tx.ag/BlueGreenAlgae or using the link in our bio.
Special thanks to our title sponsor, Syndel, for supporting this program!

This webinar will explore the different cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) species that may be lurking in your pond waiting to bloom and the toxins t

08/07/2026

Looking for a new hobby or simply want to brush up on your skills? 🐝
The Texas Master Beekeeper Program offers a structured path with four certification levels, Apprentice, Advanced, Master and Master Craftsman, to help you grow your beekeeping skills and become a mentor in the Texas beekeeping community.

Learn more about the Texas Master Beekeeper Program at: tx.ag/BeekeeperProgram

Texas A&M Entomology

Welcome! The Texas A&M Honey Bee Extension Team is dedicated to supporting Texas beekeepers with resources, education, and hands-on assistance. Our goal is to empower beekeepers, advance research, and promote […]

08/05/2026

Good News, Corpus Christi!

Outdoor watering, pool filling, and car washing are once again allowed under Stage 2 Water Restrictions.

This is welcome news for homeowners, gardeners, and anyone looking to freshen up their landscape. While restrictions have eased, it's still important to use water wisely and follow the current Stage 2 watering schedule to help conserve our water resources.

Be sure to review what has changed and stay informed. Every drop counts!

Corpus Christi has eased to Phase 2 water restrictions for the first time since 2024 after heavy rainfall boosted reservoir levels.

08/05/2026

Dr. Juan Anciso, professor and associate department head in the Texas A&M University Department of Horticultural Sciences, was featured in the Oman Observer for sharing his tips on picking the perfect watermelon. His advice? Listen closely. A ripe melon should sound full and deep, like a drum, and look for a creamy yellow belly where it sat on the vine. 🍉

Read more at:

Don’t worry, it’s not just you. It’s hard to pick a good watermelon. So much of what determines its sweetness is beyond your control. And what...