Garden success, especially in drought, starts right at home. Pat McNeal from McNeal Growers shows how to grow where you’re planted. On tour, see how Mueller in east Austin has restored gardens, prairies and lakes over former airport runways and parking lots. John Dromgoole explains what cool-weather crops can still be planted.

Discover drought-durable tips with designer Adams Kirkpatrick from Sunflower Design, including soil-building and water retention designs. On tour, visit Gail and Don Clowe’s San Antonio garden where Japanese design meets the Southwest. John Dromgoole explains the benefits of Mycorrhizalfungi to soil and plants.

David Meeker of Porthole Design illustrates creative options to replace lawn. On tour, visit a garden that replaced lawn with wildlife discovery. Daphne Richards explains when to prune our winter gardens. Certified Arborist Guy LeBlanc has tips to prevent oak wilt and when to prune susceptible oak trees.

George Altgelt from Geo Growers explains how to renovate drought-damaged soil and restore its vitality. On tour, visit a Fredericksburg waterwise cottage garden. Daphne defines "root hardy" and what it means when temperatures dip. Pick of the week: Christmas poinsettia. Can we plant them in the ground? Arbor Vitae Tree Care Certified Arborist Guy LeBlanc analyzes decay fungi on trees that can lead to trees toppling onto your roof!