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Color Guard Yucca Will Stand Supreme Year Round

By Norman Winter, Horticulturist, author and garden speaker When its July and August in North Texas you can count on it being hotter than well…., you know, and in the landscape, you can ...
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Nights glow brighter with electric ocean, SeaWorld San Antonio’s new summer celebration

Evening Spectacular “IgNite” Captivates Audience with Fireworks SAN ANTONIO, Tex. (June 14, 2018) – SeaWorld San Antonio’s new nighttime spectacular – Electric Ocean – transforms the park this ...
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Easy DIY Rustic Wreath

Easy DIY Rustic Wreath There’s nothing like a beautiful wreath to dress up a door, welcoming friends and family; or adding a wreath inside the house to easily change up décor. Here’s an ...
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DIY Serving Tray

Supply List 1 - 1x12x4’ pine common board 1 - 1x4x8’  pine common board 2 - cabinet pulls Wood Glue 1 ¼ brad nails 220 grit sand paper Dark Walnut Stain Sponge paint ...
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Heritage shines bright in Muenster, Texas

With so many wonderful towns to visit in the North Texas area, we have decided to spotlight our favorites in our newest addition, LiveIt Hometowns. This issue we bring you a town from Cooke ...
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Chantilly Lace and Pinky Winky Dazzling in Blooms, Bees and Butterflies

By Norman Winter, Horticulturist, Author and Speaker Hamilton GA  The Hydrangea paniculatas have to be the showiest plant in the summer garden and I have an-affection for them all. Chantilly ...
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Garden Guy: Colorful Storm Brewing in the Spring Garden

By Norman Winter, Horticulturist, Author and Garden Speaker; Hamilton, GA    There has been a storm brewing in North Carolina and it is one that will prove to beautify North Texas landscapes ...
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Spruce up your space for Spring

When the last of winters’ harsh weather turns into warmer, sun-filled days, it’s time to re-vamp your indoor décor! Sprucing up your home for spring can be as easy as following just these few ...
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DIY raised garden bed

A raised garden bed can help your garden flourish and provide room to plant your favorite vegetables and flowers in a small backyard. Beds help with proper drainage and allows gardeners to ...
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Warm up with five DIY projects to tackle this winter

(BPT) - For the avid DIYer in you, the winter season may cause a little anxiety while you're cooped up inside and unable to tackle those outdoor projects you'd love to finish. The good news, ...
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Garden Guy: A Case for Mistletoe Birds, Butterflies, and the Christmas Kiss

My friend, Greg Grant is a Texas AgriLife Extension Horticulturist in Smith County. He was recognized by Texas Parks and Wildlife with the 2017 Land Steward Award. They documented his farm ...
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New Ways to Save and Enjoy Your Photos

(StatePoint) People are taking more photos than ever before, of friends, family, vacations and their food. And while they don’t always like to admit it, they are also taking ...
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Add Some Sizzle to Summer Grilling

A perfectly seasoned steak flame-kissed to perfection is one of the great pleasures of summer grilling. Foregoing the open flames for a new grilling method may be the secret ingredient you need ...
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Realty Austin: Make the Move

Jean Bruns - REALTOR®   Growing up in Austin, Jean has seen Austin’s market growth first hand and gained many valuable ties to the community. After graduating from Texas Tech University ...
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Garden Guy: Backyard Butterfly Adventure

By Norman Winter A blog post in September rang like a rifle shot through our butterfly community. A very rare butterfly, a Tailed Cecropian, was seen at a banana brew feeding station in ...
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Back-to-College: Design Tips for Small Living Spaces

(StatePoint) Moving on to college is an exhilarating first taste of true independence. It’s a time for self-directed growth, transformative lessons and the beginning of lifelong friendships. For ...
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Fresh Perspectives: Vintage Book Art

By Ellen Miller   Old books are a treasure. When you find one completely intact, it’s quite a feat. Historically, I've passed on purchasing finds in not so perfect condition - ...
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Fresh Perspectives: Using Sunshine to Light your Space

Solar Garden Chandelier DIY by Ellen M. Miller   It’s that time of the year again when we relax a bit, enjoy longer days and outdoor adventures, even if they are close to home. ...
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Make Yourself At Home: A Beautifully Rugged Refuge

By Fancy Nancy   Ah, the great outdoors. There are two schools of thought about becoming one with nature. There's sleeping under the stars, waking to the sound of singing birds and ...
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Make Yourself at Home: Porch, Sweet Porch

by Fancy Nancy, Interior Designer The official arrival of the spring season is upon us, more specifically the spring equinox. All over the world on March 20th, days and nights are ...
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The Garden Guy: Amistad Salvia

Giving Your Landscape the Royal Treatment By Norman Winter   Until something unseats it, Amistad salvia has to be considered the most beautiful salvia to ever hit the market. Amistad ...
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Fresh Perspectives: Repurposed Chalkboard Serving Trays

By Ellen Miller     I love a good repurposing project, don't you? I refer to them as Fresh Perspectives. Many of my materials are found at charity thrift stores, making me feel ...
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Fresh Perspectives: Globe Trotters

By Ellen Miller     I'm sentimental and save things, probably too many things. The spring cleaning bug bit me recently and I discovered a stash of too many maps from our past ...
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The Garden Guy: Bouquet Dianthus

The Perfect Pansy Pal and Cut Flower for Sharing By Norman Winter   As we start the new year, many are focusing on giving. Giving encompasses more than writing a check. In the garden ...
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