Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/10/03

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews is your weekly guide to thriving West Texas yards—lawns, trees, beds, soil, water-wise strategies, seasonal to-dos, and practical fixes for pests and disease. Broadcast live at noon Saturdays on NewsTalk1560, KZQQ-AM (Abilene, Texas), Adam answers listener questions and shares expert tips tailored to the Big Country climate. Send your questions for on-air consideration to wcgardens24@gmail.com

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/09/26

With cooler weather and some much-needed rain finally appearing in the forecast, Adam and Amber cover the late-season jobs West Texas gardeners should be tackling now. That includes the final winterizer fertilizer application, fall pre-emergent for ragweed and winter weeds, checking sprinkler systems for broken or clogged heads, and keeping St. Augustine properly watered even as temperatures begin to fall. They also explain why leaf scorch, early leaf drop and other signs of stress are showing up

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/09/19

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews is your weekly guide to thriving West Texas yards—lawns, trees, beds, soil, water-wise strategies, seasonal to-dos, and practical fixes for pests and disease. Broadcast live at noon Saturdays on NewsTalk1560, KZQQ-AM (Abilene, Texas), Adam answers listener questions and shares expert tips tailored to the Big Country climate. Send your questions for on-air consideration to wcgardens24@gmail.com

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/09/12

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews is your weekly guide to thriving West Texas yards—lawns, trees, beds, soil, water-wise strategies, seasonal to-dos, and practical fixes for pests and disease. Broadcast live at noon Saturdays on NewsTalk1560, KZQQ-AM (Abilene, Texas), Adam answers listener questions and shares expert tips tailored to the Big Country climate. Send your questions for on-air consideration to wcgardens24@gmail.com

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/09/05

West Texas has officially broken its record for the longest stretch of 100-degree days, and Adam and Amber talk about keeping landscapes going as the heat follows us into September. They cover late-season sod installation, why new sod needs time to establish before cold weather arrives, and the importance of holding off on unnecessary fertilizer during extreme heat.This week's Plant of the Week is the Century Plant, Agave americana—a dramatic, extremely drought-tolerant choice that's right at home

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/08/29

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews is your weekly guide to thriving West Texas yards—lawns, trees, beds, soil, water-wise strategies, seasonal to-dos, and practical fixes for pests and disease. Broadcast live at noon Saturdays on NewsTalk1560, KZQQ-AM (Abilene, Texas), Adam answers listener questions and shares expert tips tailored to the Big Country climate. Send your questions for on-air consideration to wcgardens24@gmail.com

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/08/22

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews is your weekly guide to thriving West Texas yards—lawns, trees, beds, soil, water-wise strategies, seasonal to-dos, and practical fixes for pests and disease. Broadcast live at noon Saturdays on NewsTalk1560, KZQQ-AM (Abilene, Texas), Adam answers listener questions and shares expert tips tailored to the Big Country climate. Send your questions for on-air consideration to wcgardens24@gmail.com

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/08/15

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews is your weekly guide to thriving West Texas yards—lawns, trees, beds, soil, water-wise strategies, seasonal to-dos, and practical fixes for pests and disease. Broadcast live at noon Saturdays on NewsTalk1560, KZQQ-AM (Abilene, Texas), Adam answers listener questions and shares expert tips tailored to the Big Country climate. Send your questions for on-air consideration to wcgardens24@gmail.com

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/08/08

August has arrived in West Texas, and with triple-digit temperatures settling in, Adam and Amber explain why this is the time to maintain rather than push new growth. They cover smart hot-weather landscape care, including watering, mild organic fertilizers, gypsum for heavy clay soils, and Hydretain to help landscapes make better use of available moisture. They also preview their trip to the 2026 Texas Nursery & Landscape Association Expo in San Antonio.Then it's all about vines for the West

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/08/01

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews is your weekly guide to thriving West Texas yards—lawns, trees, beds, soil, water-wise strategies, seasonal to-dos, and practical fixes for pests and disease. Broadcast live at noon Saturdays on NewsTalk1560, KZQQ-AM (Abilene, Texas), Adam answers listener questions and shares expert tips tailored to the Big Country climate. Send your questions for on-air consideration to wcgardens24@gmail.com

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/07/25

Fresh off a Taylor County Master Gardener seminar, Adam and Amber recap the basics of caring for houseplants and outdoor tropicals while discussing how gardeners can stay productive during the hottest weeks of the Texas summer. They also cover seasonal pest concerns including mosquitoes, spider mites, aphids, and grubs, along with practical advice for keeping landscapes healthy through triple-digit temperatures.This week's Plant of the Week is the ever-popular Crape Myrtle, often called the "Lilac

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/07/18

After an unusually wet July, Adam and Amber discuss how abundant rainfall is changing the gardening season across the Big Country. They cover timely summer tasks including grub prevention, fertilizing roses and crape myrtles, repairing storm-damaged trees, controlling mosquitoes, and restoring washed-out driveways and landscape beds after heavy rains. They also share details about an upcoming Taylor County Master Gardener seminar on houseplants and tropical plants.This week's Plant of the Week is

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/07/11

After a powerful July windstorm swept through Abilene, Adam and Amber discuss storm cleanup, assessing tree damage, and how to properly prune broken limbs to help trees recover. They explain why pecans, mesquites, and hackberries suffered the most damage while many oak trees weathered the storm remarkably well, along with tips for balancing damaged trees and protecting fresh pruning cuts.The episode also covers timely mid-summer landscape care, including treating squash bugs and spider mites, when

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/06/27

With West Texas settling into triple-digit temperatures, Adam and Amber focus on helping homeowners keep landscapes healthy through the hottest part of the summer. They discuss the importance of inspecting sprinkler systems, checking drip irrigation for hidden leaks caused by wildlife, and why watering early in the morning gives plants the best chance to thrive while conserving water. They also explain how products like Hydretain can help reduce irrigation needs during extended hot weather.This

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/06/20

As summer officially arrives in the Big Country, Adam and Amber discuss the transition into hotter weather, Father's Day weekend, and why now is the perfect time to fertilize summer-blooming plants, control weeds, refresh mulch, and strengthen Bermuda lawns before the peak heat of the season arrives. They also share an update on rainfall totals and what recent moisture means for local landscapes.The conversation takes a fun turn into the world of houseplants, including the growing popularity of

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/06/06

After a much-needed June rain, Adam and Amber discuss how recent moisture will benefit West Texas landscapes—and the challenges it can bring. This week's show covers mosquito control, lawn fungus prevention, grub treatments, pre-emergents, sod installation, and why prevention is often easier than cure when it comes to common yard problems.The Plant of the Week is the ever-popular Crape Myrtle, often called the “Lilac of the South.” Adam and Amber explore the many varieties, colors, sizes, and uses

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/05/30

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews is your weekly guide to thriving West Texas yards—lawns, trees, beds, soil, water-wise strategies, seasonal to-dos, and practical fixes for pests and disease. Broadcast live at noon Saturdays on NewsTalk1560, KZQQ-AM (Abilene, Texas), Adam answers listener questions and shares expert tips tailored to the Big Country climate. Send your questions for on-air consideration to wcgardens24@gmail.com

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/05/23

Adam and Amber kick off Memorial Day weekend with gardening advice for the unofficial start of summer, including Water-Wise Tax-Free Weekend, sod season, and the best heat-loving plants for West Texas landscapes.This week’s Plant of the Week is the Butterfly Bush (Buddleia) — a colorful, pollinator-friendly favorite that attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees while thriving through the summer heat. The show also covers late-emerging warm-season plants like crape myrtles, hibiscus, Lantana,

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/05/16

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews is your weekly guide to thriving West Texas yards—lawns, trees, beds, soil, water-wise strategies, seasonal to-dos, and practical fixes for pests and disease. Broadcast live at noon Saturdays on NewsTalk1560, KZQQ-AM (Abilene, Texas), Adam answers listener questions and shares expert tips tailored to the Big Country climate. Send your questions for on-air consideration to wcgardens24@gmail.com

en-US

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Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews...

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews ·

2026/05/09

Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews is your weekly guide to thriving West Texas yards—lawns, trees, beds, soil, water-wise strategies, seasonal to-dos, and practical fixes for pests and disease. Broadcast live at noon Saturdays on NewsTalk1560, KZQQ-AM (Abilene, Texas), Adam answers listener questions and shares expert tips tailored to the Big Country climate. Send your questions for on-air consideration to wcgardens24@gmail.com

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