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David Gladden
Dec 30, 20246 min read
The Pollen Blog
Written by Caleb Hinojos. Learn about the anatomy of pollen, how it is spread and the importance of pollen.
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David Gladden
Aug 21, 20243 min read
Moth Week at H Ferrell Hogbottoms Wildlife Refuge and Outdoor Learning Center
Written by Caleb Hinojos - A night out at H Ferrell Hogbottoms Wildlife Refuge and Outdoor Learning Center for Moth Week 2024
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FIG
Jun 22, 20246 min read
Spring 2024 at the Bird's Fort Trail Pollinator Garden by Texas Master Naturalist Caleb Hinojos
Welcome back everyone! Sorry for the long delay in writing an entry, but life and everything that comes with it just got a bit busy....
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FIG
May 1, 20241 min read
Parking Lot Lines redone at Bird's Fort Trail Park
After a long wait, Pollinator Garden and Bird's Fort Trail patrons can park with ease after lines in the parking lot were repainted...
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FIG
Apr 28, 20241 min read
Gustavo Garcia, District 4 Candidate, responds to FIG Questionnaire
As an elected official, what role could you play to promote the use of green spaces for gardens that can help beneficial wildlife, like...
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FIG
Apr 28, 20241 min read
Susan Motley, District 4 Candidate, responds to FIG Questionnaire
As an elected official, what role could you play to promote the use of green spaces for gardens that can help beneficial wildlife, like...
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FIG
Apr 28, 20242 min read
Dennis Webb, District 8 Candidate, responds to FIG Questionnaire
As an elected official, what role could you play to promote the use of green spaces for gardens that can help beneficial wildlife, like...
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FIG
Apr 26, 20243 min read
Khaleel Ahmed, District 8 Candidate, responds to FIG Questionnaire
As an elected official, what role could you play to promote the use of green spaces for gardens that can help beneficial wildlife, like...
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FIG
Apr 26, 20241 min read
David Gutierrez, District 4 Candidate, responds to FIG Questionnaire
As an elected official, what role could you play to promote the use of green spaces for gardens that can help beneficial wildlife, like...
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Rachel Ledger
Dec 28, 20236 min read
Wrapping up the year of the garden with master naturalist Caleb Hinojos!
Hello everyone and welcome back to the blog. Apologies for not having content through the fall, but this should be a fun way to wrap up...
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FIG
Aug 27, 20232 min read
Preparing for the Fall Monarch Migration - by Debra Fournerat
For some people, autumn is all about football, pumpkin spice, and the Texas State Fair. For me, autumn means getting outside again after...
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Rachel Ledger
Aug 20, 20234 min read
Moths! August Blog from Master Naturalist Caleb Hinojos
\ Hey everyone. Welcome back to the garden blog! I hope that your summer is going well even though this heat has been rough. Due to that...
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Rachel Ledger
Jul 9, 20235 min read
Master Naturalist Caleb Hinojos Summer Blog
Hello everyone, and thanks for being friends of our garden. Summer is here! Oh, how excited we are about the sweltering heat. In spite of...
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Rachel Ledger
May 8, 20234 min read
Garden Workday Findings by Texas Master Naturalist Caleb Hinojos
Welcome back everyone! This past workday was a fantastic time to pick up some rays of sun as well as a hand tool. Thanks to Debra’s...
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FIG
Apr 11, 20234 min read
A Garden Workday at Bird's Fort Trail Park... by Texas Master Naturalist Caleb Hinojos
Hello everyone! This first weekend of April was a really great time to be outside. Not only was the weather great for us but the wildlife...
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FIG
Jan 31, 20232 min read
Eagle Scout Sculpture Brings the Community Together
Wende Burton poses in front of son's sculpture. The Pollinator Garden at Bird’s Fort Trail Park now has a sculpture in the shape of...
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David Gladden
Jan 10, 20232 min read
The Importance of Timing in Pruning Plants
Pruning is an essential aspect of plant care that can improve the health, shape, and yield of your plants. However, the timing of pruning...
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FIG
Sep 15, 20222 min read
FIG discovers the Irving Garden and Arts Club!
Friends of Irving Gardens, or "FIG", is a relatively new kid on the block when it comes to garden clubs in Irving. We soon discovered...
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jenbridg
Jul 7, 20226 min read
Native Plants? They're the Bee's Knees
A test of my resolve to grow more native plants has taken on a new dimension in my garden this month. Behind my vegetable bed, a stand of...
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