Plant Buzz

We are thrilled to announce our new PlantTAGG and Dallas County Master Gardener Association (DCMGA) partnership. This partnership sets the gold standard in local gardening. It combines sophisticated, easy-access technology with proven, research-based horticultural information for gardeners of all levels - backed by Texas Master Gardeners. Through this relationship, visitors to DCMGA community gardens reap the benefits of an immersive experience inside the gardens. And, you can take that unique experience home on your mobile phone – with no apps to download or install and no credentials to remember. Learn more about this unique partnership here....

Starting Seeds and Watch Them Grow

Posted on February 24, 2021

in Gardening Tips, Plants, PlantTAGG Usage Tips

Though your local garden centers typically offer a great selection of plants, starting seeds is a fun, cost-effective, and efficient way to get more blooms for your buck. This blog post offers an overview of how to get started with seeds in your garden....

Gardening and Plant Care: 2021 Trends & Outlook

Posted on February 6, 2021

in Company, Gardening Tips, News, Plants

Gardening became a mainstream hobby in 2020 for people of all ages. We sat down with PlantTAGG Founder & CEO Andrew Levi to talk about gardening, how it's evolved over the past year, and what we can expect in 2021. Read on to hear what he had to say....

10 HARDY COLD-CLIMATE PLANTS FOR YOUR GARDEN

Posted on January 27, 2021

Cold climates may cut back on some of the gardening opportunities found in warmer zones. However, there are still many varieties of flowers and vegetables to choose from if you live in a region with a shorter growing season. Cold-climate plants can brighten any wintery day. Keep reading to learn more about which flowers and vegetables do well and thrive in colder temps....

Nine Unique Gifts for the Gardener in Your Life

Posted on December 16, 2020

in Company, Plants

With less than two weeks before Christmas, you might be frantically trying to finish up your shopping -- especially if your friend or family member seems to have everything! Below are nine unique gifts to consider for the gardener in your life. ...

How to Prep Plants for Winter and Cooler Temps

Posted on December 2, 2020

in Company

Prepping plants for winter is a simple way to keep your garden looking fresh and ready for a blooming spring in the new year. This blog post offers four tips to protect your plants from cooler temps....

Indoor Plants: When and How to Repot or Replenish

Posted on October 28, 2020

Potted plants are a great way to enrich your space. Planters make a perfect home for your indoor plants, but the plants may outgrow their original pots over time. When roots become too big, or your plant cannot get enough water in its current planter, it may be time for a change. This blog post explains how to spot problems quickly and know when it's time to repot or replenish your indoor plants. ...

8 Ways to Keep Weeds Out of New Flowerbeds

Posted on October 15, 2020

Keeping weeds out of a flower garden is a necessary task. Of course, it makes the garden look cleaner and more beautiful. It also minimizes the competition for water and nutrients between the weeds and your plants. This blog post looks at seven ways to help keep weeds away....

Gardening: 5 Ways to Make It Part of Your Routine

Posted on September 30, 2020

in Company, Gardening Tips, Plants

One way to achieve gardening success is by building it into your daily or weekly routine. If you're new to gardening, doing so can be a bit daunting, particularly if you're growing many plants with varying needs. The good news is that there are ways to organize your gardening schedule and get the most from your experience. This article covers five strategies to build healthy and effective habits to help your gardens thrive....

5 Strategies to Avoid Overwatering Your Plants

Posted on September 15, 2020