Turf Alternatives Part 1: Reconsider Your Lawn

Why Reconsider Your Lawn? TLDR Introduced tropical grasses struggle with the climate in North Texas and require significant resources to maintain. A Brief History of Lawns Europe Lawns originated in […]

Creating a Certified Wildlife Habitat

What is a Certified Wildlife Habitat&#174? A Certified Wildlife Habitat® is an area of land (i.e. yard, garden, schoolyard, patio, etc.) that has been designed to provide five essential criteria for […]

Gardening For Rainwater: Bioswales and Dry Creek Beds

Having drainage or flooding issues with your yard? Looking to incorporate some functional but eye-catching features in your yard? Try rainscaping with bioswales and dry creek beds! Rainscaping involves using […]

Water Conservation Gift Guide 2022

Information below regarding any specific commercial product or service by trade name, trademark, or manufacturer does not constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TRWD. Looking for more […]

Using Your Rain Barrel

Explore Ways to Use a Rainwater Harvesting Barrel Whether you purchased a pre-made rain barrel or made one yourself, this easy guide will help you explore ways to use your […]

7 Smart Ways to Replace Dead Turf

This past summer was one of the hottest on record in North Texas. On top of that, we were also without rain for an extended period of time during those […]

Tips for a More Efficient Swimming Pool

Swimming pools are so much fun for friends and family to enjoy during the heat of a Texas summer. As summer approaches, it’s time to get your pool ready for […]

Native Plant Demonstration Gardens in Tarrant County

What is a Demonstration Garden? Demonstration gardens, sometimes referred to as learning landscapes or teaching gardens, are a collection of plants assembled and organized in a manner that allows garden […]

How to Buy Native Plants This Spring!

It is finally spring, and you are ready to plant some native plants, but where do you find them? The benefits of native plants go far beyond just saving water. […]