CENTRAL TEXAS GARDENER

#3001 How Can I Help: Doug Tallamy
Take the next step to a delightful backyard habitat, including spring wildflowers to plant in fall.

#3002 Gardens of Texas: Pam Penick
Discover diverse, beautiful gardens with author Pam Penick and tour a contemporary backyard habitat.

#3003 Garden Conservancy Open Days Austin Tour
Gather garden design ideas and tour a dynamic native plant urban wildlife sanctuary.

#3004 Traditions Behind Day of the Dead Celebration
Pay tribute to cherished loved ones on Dia de Los Muertos. Add cheerful habitat to winter’s garden.

#3005 Rain Gardens, Texas Trees
Control runoff with beautiful gardens, and pick the best trees and herbs to plant this fall.

#3006 Next Generation Gardeners
Texas Gardener magazine editor Jay White and John Hart Asher look at what’s ahead for gardeners.


#3007 Best of: Furry Friends
Suggested air date: Week of 08/09/26

Short description:
Celebrate 30 seasons of CTG with a special look back at some truly pet-forward gardens.

Long description:
CENTRAL TEXAS GARDENER has been on the air for thirty seasons. Mark the milestone with this special episode all about the dogs, cats and other companions we love to share our gardens with.


#3008 - Best of: CTG Kids
Suggested air date: Week of 08/16/26

Short description:
Celebrate the kids who love to grow as much as the grownups with this special episode.

Long description:
CENTRAL TEXAS GARDENER has been on the air for thirty seasons. Mark the milestone with this special look back at some unforgettable young growers: from budding chefs, to giving gardeners.


#3009 - Best of: Boozy Botany
Suggested air date: Week of 08/23/26

Short description:
Raise a glass to 30 seasons of CTG with a special look back at some intoxicating gardens.

Long description:
CENTRAL TEXAS GARDENER has been on the air for thirty seasons. Toast the occasion with this special libation celebration. Look back at some intoxicating gardens and learn how to pull from your plants when crafting quality cocktails.


#3010 - Best of: Garden Creepy Crawlers
Suggested air date: Week of 08/30/26

Short description:
Dispel common misconceptions with a special look at the world of garden creepy crawlers.

Long description:
CENTRAL TEXAS GARDENER has been on the air for thirty seasons. Mark the milestone with this special episode all about critters you may find crawling around your garden and why, more often than not, they can actually help more than they hurt.


#3011 Best of: East Meets Tex
Short description:
Celebrate the Asian influence on gardening in Central Texas with this special episode.

Long description:
Central Texas Gardener has been on the air for thirty seasons. Mark the milestone with this special episode celebrating the Asian influence on gardening in the heart of Texas. Plus, Trisha Shirey returns to the show to catch up and look back.


#3012 Best of: The ‘Art’ of Gardening
Short description:
Explore the intersection of gardening and art with this special episode.

Long description:
Central Texas Gardener has been on the air for thirty seasons. Mark the milestone with this special look at the intersection of gardening and art. Explore a creative co-op, get inspired by nature and learn how to make your own living work of art.


#3013 Best of: Students of the Craft
Short description:
Celebrate 30 seasons of CTG with a special look at some standout students.

Long description:
Central Texas Gardener has been on the air for thirty seasons. Mark the milestone with this special look back at some standout students from over the years. Plus, a discussion on landscape architecture’s past, present and future with Aaron Kotwal.


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