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Tips for MAY Planting » Plant heat-loving annuals including copper plant, firebush, gomphrena, lantana, pentas, purple fountaingrass and ornamental sweet potato in sunny areas. » In shady spots, plant caladiums, begonias, coleus, impatiens (mildew-resistant types). » Seeds of celosia, cosmos, marigold, morning glory, portulaca and zinnia can be sown directly in the beds. Keep seeded…
Herbs are wonderful plants that add flavor to almost any dish. Growing your own will contribute to the joy of gardening and cooking while controlling the quality and nutrition value of the foods you serve. A few basics for growing herbs are good garden soil, not overly rich but not poor, a minimum of 5…
Welcome to Ellis County. We are so pleased you are here and interested in gardening! You are in what is known as the Blackland Prairie where we have predominately black clay soil high in alkaline. There are also many areas of limestone and caliche rock limiting the depth of soil. This can make for a strong foundation…
It was the meeting that almost didn’t happen. The relationship started with a call from Nena, the matriarch of the family. After booking an appointment with me to redesign her house, Nena’s “mom kindness” got the best of her and she gave her consultation to her daughter Callie. Nena explained that Callie needed a lot…
Tips for MARCH Planting » Plant these annuals early in the month for spring color: petunias, larkspurs, foxgloves and stocks. Other annuals such as marigolds, celosia and wax begonias may be planted late in the month. » Plant tomatoes, peppers and eggplants from 4-inch pots after March 15th. Plants should be hardened off (gradually exposed to outside…
A typical room addition in the 60’s was sure to be finished out with sheets of pre-finished paneling and ceiling tiles. It was fast, inexpensive and stylish for the time. However, the years are often not kind to these quick-fix rooms. The paneling starts to buckle and roll on the walls. The ceiling tiles turn…
No Surprise – Baby Boomers Are Still Rocking! Were you aware that, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 7,900 Baby Boomers will turn 60 every single day this year with some sources stating the number is as high as 10,000 a day, according to the Pew Research and the Social Security Administration? Regardless…
Tips for January Planting » Plant these annuals early in the month for spring color: petunias, larkspurs, foxgloves and stocks. Other annuals such as marigolds, celosia and wax begonias may be planted late in the month. » Plant tomatoes, peppers and eggplants from 4-inch pots after March 15th. Plants should be hardened off (gradually exposed to outside…
Each Year The staff Of Ellis County Living Magazine Searches For An Unusually Beautiful House to Feature as Our Home Of The year. This Year Is No Different, But This Home is Very Different. What a breath of fresh air. California has come to Ellis County. This fabulous contemporary home designed and built by Richie Construction is…