This story has been used with permission from the author, Claire Sorenson, Austin Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas. The article appeared in the Fall 2026 issue of
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Now that it’s early fall, the effects of a long, hot, and dry summer are becoming more noticeable around town. After a couple months with little to no rainfall, most
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July is “Smart Irrigation Month” deemed so by the Irrigation Association since 2005, because that’s typically when the hottest temperatures occur, and irrigation use is at the highest. Follow these
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With such a rainy spring, it’s a great time to go over rain sensor maintenance, troubleshooting, settings, and more! All sprinkler systems installed in Texas require a rain sensor to prevent water waste, but oftentimes
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Brushy Creek comprises four Assessment Units (AUs) (1244_01 – 1244_04) and flows west to east through Williamson and Milam counties. The upstream portion of the watershed is highly urbanized, with
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Do you struggle with a narrow side-yard that always seems to be muddy or patchy? We’ve been in plenty of backyards in Round Rock, and one issue we continue to
This post is all about inspiring you to think local, especially when it comes to trees! If you’re planting this fall, consider choosing a native tree instead of a non-native
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Summer is officially here, and the heat is here to stay for a few more months. We had a great start to summer this year with heavy rain and cooler
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One of the main reasons for limited growth in outdoor landscaping is often a misunderstanding of its actual needs. Lawns are often overwatered in an attempt to encourage growth where
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Rethinking Your Parkway Strip? You’re Not Alone. Are you frustrated with trying to keep that narrow strip of lawn between the sidewalk and street alive? Ever wonder why it’s even
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Residents of Round Rock (everyone with a Round Rock address), your participation is crucial! Round Rock is delighted to be chosen as one of 45 cities to participate in a
Water Research Survey Read More »
Healthy, well-adapted plants in the ground with well-developed root systems stand a great chance of recovering after a frost. Hard freeze events are few and far between, but when they
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Native landscaping has been a hot topic recently as Texas continues to face major droughts, high temperatures, and increased growth. Although now (mid August) isn’t the best time to re-do
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Rocks are fine as landscape accents, but not as THE main event Excessive heat, freezing temperatures, and drought have taken a toll on many Central Texas landscapes, particularly those laden
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Over the past two years, we have been changing the landscape at our City Utilities and Transportation building by adding native and adapted plants. Conservation staff encourage native landscaping to
Water Wise & Pollinator Landscape Read More »
Have any New Years resolutions that include water savings this year? The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) WaterSense program created “We’re for Water” as a national campaign to educate consumers
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