Not sure what to do after planting your potatoes? This guide covers watering, hilling, fertilizing, and everything else to keep your fall crop growing strong in Central Texas.

Gardening in Central Texas, specifically in zones 8b and 9, presents a unique opportunity for growing a variety of flavorful and healthful crops. Among these, garlic and shallots stand out as excellent choices for both novice and experienced gardeners. Here’s why you should consider adding these culinary staples to your garden.

Don’t wait — there’s still time to plant! Discover 10 fast-growing vegetables for Central Texas gardens that will be ready to harvest in just 30–40 days this fall.

Curious if fall is too late to plant potatoes in Central Texas? This guide explains exactly when to plant in Zone 9 and how to set up your fall crop for success.

New to gardening or feeling unsure about what tools you actually need? This beginner-friendly guide covers the essential garden tools for planting, weeding, and more—plus smart picks for women, arthritis-friendly options, and where to buy the best tools online.

Learn how to keep your raised bed vegetable garden thriving in Central Texas (Zones 8b and 9) with tips on heat-tolerant plants, intensive and companion planting, mulching with coconut coir, wise watering, shade provision, soil feeding, foliar feeding, pest management, regular harvesting, and vertical gardening. Discover holistic gardening strategies to beat the extreme Texas heat and ensure a bountiful harvest.