Cultivating successful gardeners.
From choosing the right variety of tomato to controlling pests, the knowledge Urban Harvest staff and volunteers have accumulated over the years can benefit area growers and improve harvests. We offer advice in a variety of ways. Gardening classes are offered year-round on an extensive list of topics. Books, including Dr. Bob Randall’s Year Round Vegetables, Fruits and Flowers for Metro Houston, are available at our offices.
[Subjects are updated periodically based on new information and timeliness.]
NEW! SEASONAL PLANTING GUIDE
THE GREEN COAST: COMBINING TEXAS’ VALUES, ECONOMY, AND ECOLOGY TO CREATE A RESILIENT COAST
Written by Jim Blackburn, J.D. & Elizabeth Winston-Jones, J.D. – Published by Baker Institute December 2019
COMPANION PLANTS
Articles on plants that help increase garden production.
COMPOSTING
Articles on composting and vermicomposting.
FRUITS
Articles on successful fruit varieties for the Houston area and general information.
GARDENING BASICS
Articles on bed building, fertilization, planting and other basics.
GARDENING SUPPLY LINKS
Helpful links to local and online businesses.
HABITAT GARDENING
Articles on creating gardens that attract wildlife.
HOUSTON CHRONICLE ARTICLES
Weekly articles sponsored by Urban Harvest on a variety of topics.
PESTS AND DISEASES
Articles on dealing with garden pests and diseases.
VEGETABLE ADVICE
Articles on growing specific vegetable varieties and general information.
WEATHER-RELATED TOPICS
Articles on seasonal and extreme temperatures as related to gardening in Houston