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The Dallas Garden School

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by Callie Works-Leary

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Welcome to The Dallas Garden School Podcast, where gardening gets smart, practical, and regionally relevant. Hosted by garden educator and founder Callie Works-Leary, this show answers real questions from real gardeners growing in the challenging climate of North Texas. Each episode tackles common conundrums and seasonal strategies to help you grow thriving vegetable gardens, cut flower beds, and lush native landscapes. Whether you're a total beginner or a seasoned green thumb, you'll get actionable advice rooted in experience, sprinkled with humor, and focused on long-term garden success. Tune in, dig in, and let’s grow something great together.

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March 12, 2026

Shrub Pruning Essentials

Pruning shrubs is one of the most misunderstood tasks in the North Texas garden. Many homeowners reach for the hedge trimmers without realizing that the wrong pruning method or timing can eliminate blooms, damage plant structure, or weaken the shrub over time. In this episode, I walk through how to prune shrubs correctly in late winter and early spring, the most common mistakes I see in North Texas landscapes, and the simple principles that will keep your shrubs healthy, beautiful, and properly shaped.   In this episode, you’ll learn: • How to determine the right time to prune shrubs, especially flowering shrubs that bloom on old wood • The difference between shearing shrubs and selective pruning, and why most plants need a combination of both • The simple “Three D’s” rule for pruning • Why aggressive pruning practices weaken plants and reduce flowering   Resources mentioned in this episode: The 2026 North Texas Garden Planner Plan, track, and manage your garden with region-specific planting schedules and weekly task lists. <a href="https://thedallasgarden.com">https://thedallasgarden.com</a> Dallas Garden School Enrollment Get access to all live classes, replays, and the full on-demand library of more than forty gardening classes. <a href="https://learn.thedallasgarden.com/enroll-in-the-dallas-garden-school">https://learn.thedallasgarden.com/enroll-in-the-dallas-garden-school</a> Website <a href="https://thedallasgarden.com">https://thedallasgarden.com</a> Instagram <a href="https://instagram.com/thedallasgardenschool">https://instagram.com/thedallasgardenschool</a> If you found this episode helpful, be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast. Reviews help more North Texas gardeners discover practical, research-based advice for growing beautiful and productive gardens.

February 24, 2026

Defeat Squash Vine Borers

Are squash vine borers wiping out your zucchini every summer? You’re not alone. These destructive pests can take down a healthy squash plant almost overnight. But here’s the good news: preventing squash vine borer damage is far easier than trying to fix it after the fact. In this episode, I walk you through the simple, practical strategies I use in my own North Texas garden. I haven’t lost a squash plant to vine borers in more than a decade, and it’s not because I’m out there performing plant surgery or drenching everything in products. It’s because I focus on prevention first. You’ll learn: <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li3"> What squash vine borers are</li> <li class="li3"> The early warning signs most gardeners miss</li> <li class="li3"> Effective strategies for preventing squash vine borer damage</li> <li class="li3"> How to identify and treat damage</li> <li class="li3"> The ideal planting window in North Texas to stay ahead of the pest life cycle</li> <li class="li3"> Which squash varieties tend to hold up better</li> </ul> If you’re tired of watching beautiful squash plants collapse in June, this episode will give you a clear, low-stress plan to keep them thriving and productive. Listen in and take control of squash season this year. 00:00 What Are Squash Vine Borers? 01:19 How the Damage Happens (and Why Plants Suddenly Wilt) 03:26 Prevention Over Treatment: A Smarter Gardening Mindset 04:09 Using Floating Insect Mesh Correctly 05:30 Why You Must Rotate Squash Every Year 07:17 Planting at the Right Time in North Texas 09:22 Choosing More Resistant Squash Varieties 10:39 Catching Damage Early: What to Look For 12:19 Simple, Practical Bt Application 14:13 Seed Starting and Planning Ahead 15:13 Supplies to Stock Up On Now 17:03 Optional Egg Scouting (and Why It’s Not My Main Strategy) 17:49 Final Reminders and Planner Resources   RESOURCES MENTIONED: Buy the 2026 North Texas Garden Planner: https://https://shop.thedallasgarden.com/products/2026-north-texas-garden-planner Learn more about enrollment: https://learn.thedallasgarden.com/enroll-in-the-dallas-garden-school <a href="https://amzn.to/46q44BT">Bacillus thurengiensis</a> <a href="https://amzn.to/4kUa8bL">Floating insect mesh</a> <a href="https://www.johnnyseeds.com/">Johnny's Seeds</a>   MORE FROM THE DALLAS GARDEN SCHOOL: The Dallas Garden School Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thedallasgardenschool_ Classes: https://learn.thedallasgarden.com Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thedallasgardenschool Shop our store: <a href="https://shop.thedallasgarden.com">https://shop.thedallasgarden.com</a>   SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review! Your support helps us reach more North Texas gardeners who need these insights. 🎙 Thanks for tuning in to The Dallas Garden School Podcast! See you next week!

January 24, 2026

Best of 2025, Series Finale: Fall Vegetables

Best of 2025 Series Finale: Fall Vegetables & Advanced Seed Starting Tips Welcome back to the podcast! Today we're enjoying some bird-watching out my window and wrapping up the 'Best of 2025' series by diving into fall vegetables. I'll share highlights and lessons from my fall garden, along with tips for indoor seed starting—an essential technique even for beginners. We’ll also discuss the upcoming classes you don't want to miss and explore what’s growing in my garden. Let’s get into the nitty-gritty of what worked and what didn’t, and help make your gardening journey both enjoyable and productive!  00:00 Introduction and Bird Watching Joys 01:23 Best of 2025 Series Finale: Fall Vegetables 02:04 Upcoming Gardening Classes 06:09 Detailed Planting Records and Recommendations 08:52 Pumpkin Varieties and Growing Tips 13:17 Exploring Chinese Cabbage and Other Greens 15:19 Kale and Lettuce Varieties 22:54 Current Garden Status and Final Tips   RESOURCES MENTIONED: <a href="https://learn.thedallasgarden.com/enroll-in-the-dallas-garden-school">ENROLL IN SCHOOL HERE!</a> 2026 North Texas Garden Planner: <a href="https://shop.thedallasgarden.com">https://shop.thedallasgarden.com</a> <a href="https://www.johnnyseeds.com/">Johnny’s Seeds</a> <a href="https://www.reneesgarden.com/">Renee’s Garden Seeds</a> <a href="https://www.swallowtailgardenseeds.com/">Swallowtail Seeds</a>   MORE FROM THE DALLAS GARDEN SCHOOL: Sign up for our email newsletter: https://thedallasgarden.com/newsletter/ The Dallas Garden School Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thedallasgardenschool_ 2026 Class Schedule: https://learn.thedallasgarden.com/2026-class-schedule Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thedallasgardenschool Shop our store: https://shop.thedallasgarden.com   SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review! Your support helps us reach more North Texas gardeners who need these insights. 🎙 Thanks for tuning in to The Dallas Garden School Podcast! See you next week!

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What is The Dallas Garden School?: Welcome to The Dallas Garden School Podcast, where gardening gets smart, practical, and regionally relevant. Hosted by garden educator and founder Callie Works-Leary, this show answers real questions from real gardeners growing in the challenging climate of North Texas.

Each episode tackles common conundrums and seasonal strategies to help you grow thriving vegetable gardens, cut flower beds, and lush native landscapes. Whether you're a total beginner or a seasoned green thumb, you'll get actionable advice rooted in experience, sprinkled with humor, and focused on long-term garden success.

Tune in, dig in, and let’s grow something great together.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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