Be sure to check out our blog which features excerpts from the Lucy’s Lines newsletter. Lucy Harrell is our Metroplex organics guru and gardening expert. You’ll find tons of helpful tips, tricks, reviews and more!
Lucy and her husband George live on a 2 acre organic property in Southwest Arlington where she gives workshops and classes on Organic Gardening, Landscape Design, and Crafting With Herbs and Flowers. Lucy has lived in the Metroplex for 65 years. She has been in the landscape industry since 1981. She consults for Organic Garden centers all over Texas and instructs employees of organic garden centers and landscape companies on using organic products and her proven techniques. She is an Organic Consultant, Landscape Designer, Lecturer, Instructor, and Author. She has just released “Lucy’s Picks”-an interactive garden design CD for the North Texas area.
02/17/2012
Farm Girls Radio Show
Don’t forget to tune into 770KAAMon Fridays at 1:00PM to hear the “farm girls”- ( Marilyn & Donelle Simmons) doing their new organic gardening talk show–you can call in and ask questions too– Call in number is 972-445-0770. Check out this link for more information - http://www.gardeninspirations-tx.com/radio.html
10/07/2011
Garden Design Class & Organic Procedures
Lucy Harrell T.C.N.P. —-A Specialist On demanding Environments Class dates –Sat. Oct 1 & Sat. Oct 8 *** 8:30 AM – 1:00PM Class site- Lucy’s home -Southwest Arlington –just south of I-20 It’s September- and it is getting nicer every day – we have even had some rain and I know that you are starting [...]
Common Lawn Maintenance Questions
1) How much should I water?
One inch per week. This can vary considerably due to a variety of conditions. See article within the website…..with a hyper link.
2) How tall should my lawn be?
We recommend 2 to 2 ½ inches for Bermuda minimum and 3 to 3 ½ for St. Augustine. These are the two prevalent grasses in our area.
3) How do I set up my irrigation?
Most controller manufacturers have the user manuals online. You can look up the instructions via their website. Another option is to have us out to assist you with setting up your controller. The controller settings will CHANGE throughout the year.
4) Should I water in the wintertime?
YES, at least once per week if we do not receive precipitation. Remember, 12 inches of snow equals one inch of rain.
5) When should I aerate my lawn?
We recommend late Spring (April or May) for this. It is also a good idea to TOP DRESS your lawn at this time.
6) How much mulch should I have?
It is recommended to have no less than 3 inches depth of mulch. Be sure the mulch is not piled up ON your plants. We recommend the use of FINE shredded HARDWOOD MULCH.
Well Done Landscaping supports the Community Storehouse organization by donating 10% of the proceeds from our Christmas Lighting sales to their programs. Please take a moment to learn more about this fantastic non-profit….
www.communitystorehouse.org
Community Storehouse
Their Mission… Dedicated to the well-being and education of the children in our community. Their vision is to build a family of employees and volunteers, each of which serves its clients in distinctive and important ways, and each of which reflects the practical application of biblical values throughout.
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Organic Insect & Disease Control
My philosophy is “ do no harm’. I teach you to rely on a well balanced organic program that includes depending on beneficial insects and companion planting to keep you garden free of all damage. If you feel that your garden is without a natural population of ladybugs and lace wings then I recommend that [...]
DIY Pest Control Reminders
Home Pest Control the Natural Way Hi Everyone– Just a reminder –if you are doing your own exterminating for inside pest control like roaches , silverfish, scorpions, spiders etc–and it has been 6 months since your last application—You need to re-apply The Eco-Exempt G (which is the granular ) outside, around the foundation of your [...]
Fairy Gardens – Bringing Whimsy to Your Texas Garden
The Fairy Garden I grew up in Fort Worth playing in my grandmother’s large garden and listening to her stories about fairies and other garden sprites that, according to her, shared our tranquil space. Fairy gardens was something that I started thinking about again when we were lucky enough to have my granddaughter Taylor ( [...]
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