Wilco Connection

04/22/2026

It’s Earth Day! 🌎

There’s no better way to celebrate the planet than by supporting our local environment right here at home.

Whether you're looking for expert soil tips or you're finally ready to start that native plant project, we've got you covered!

Swing by Gardener’s Corner on Wilco Connection to get the dirt on local growing.

We also have a list of local nurseries on our website, so you can find exactly what you need to help our community thrive. 🌿✨

Explore it all here: https://wilcoconnection.com/gardners-corner/

04/10/2026

Happy Friday, Wilco ☀️

The weekend is finally here, and our events calendar is packed with FUN. 🎉

If you’re looking for local events to fill your weekend, we have you covered!

👀 Check out our events page here: https://wilcoconnection.com/events/ #/

04/09/2026

Let’s get your soil "Garden-Ready" 🌱

Ever wonder what those three numbers on the fertilizer bag actually mean?

Our Williamson County Horticulture Extension Agent, Gary Pastushok, makes it easy with the "Up, Down, and All Around" rule:

• Nitrogen (Up): Promotes lush, green top growth.

• Phosphate (Down): Builds strong, healthy roots.

• Potassium (All Around): Improves overall plant health and stress resistance.

Gary’s Pro-Tips:
1. Test, Don't Guess: Get a soil test before you add anything! You might already have what you need.

2. Easy on the Compost: A little goes a long way. Too much can lead to phosphorus buildup.

Check out the full article for more spring prep tips! https://wilcoconnection.com/the-basics-of-soil-fertilizers-and-compost/

Our Master Gardener’s HelpDesk Volunteers are very busy this time of year and of course the most common question is what is wrong with this plant with an accompanying photo of the affected leaf. It is rare to see the soil conditions nor the basic fertility. Soil

04/08/2026

A lot of new additions from articles to new event listing in the Gardeners Corner 🪻🌺🌸
https://wilcoconnection.com/gardners-corner/

04/04/2026

Have you ever wondered how the bluebonnet won the title of Texas State Flower?

We all know bluebonnets are the ultimate sign of spring and the perfect backdrop for our favorite family photos, but they actually had to fight for that crown! 👑🪻

Long before they were a Texas icon, these "dainty" wildflowers had to win a 1901 "Flower War"!

Dive in here to see how the underdog won the heart of Texas:

The Bluebonnet Battle: How a Tiny Wildflower Won the Heart of Texas If you have lived in Texas for more than five minutes, you know that spring isn't just a season. It is a bluebonnet pilgrimage. We pull over on busy highways, dodge fire ants, and stage family photoshoots all

03/30/2026

We’re throwing some serious shade today! 🌳✨

Gary, our local AgriLife Horticulture Expert, is over in the Gardener’s Corner explaining why those patchy lawns under our mature oaks and elms are a losing battle.

If your shade spots get less than four hours of sun, it’s time to lean into the native ground covers that actually thrive there!

From the fast-spreading Frog Fruit to the lush textures of Texas Sedge, discover his top picks for a low-maintenance, water-wise yard that stays green even in the shadows. 🌿

Catch Gary’s latest here:
https://wilcoconnection.com/ground-cover-plant-options-for-shade/

03/27/2026

We are hoppity hopping into the weekend! 🐣

This weekend is all about Easter hunts and bunny fun.

Here are a few local Easter events to get you started, but our website has so many more fun events for the whole family to explore! 🐰

https://wilcoconnection.com/events/ #/

Have a great weekend, Wilco! 🌷✨

03/23/2026

Spring has arrived and our local farmers markets are open! 🌷

Time for fresh produce, fresh baked pastries, and that favorite local honey you’ve been craving all winter. 🍯

📍 Georgetown
Wolf Ranch Farmers Market: Saturdays | 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Sun City & WilCo Farmers Markets: Tuesdays 9:00 AM- 12:00 PM
🔗www.wilcofarmersmarket.com

📍 Round Rock
Round Rock Farmers Market ( Year- Round) | Saturdays 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🔗www.farmergeorge.market.com

📍 Taylor
Heritage Square Farmers Market (Year - Round) Saturdays | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
🔗 https://heritage_square_farmers_market.mailchimpsites.com/

📍 Cedar Park
Market Days: 3rd Saturdays | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
🔗cedarparkmarketdays.com

Keep an eye on our events page for more local markets and community gatherings.

www.wilcoconnection.com/events/ #/

03/20/2026

IS IT TOO LATE OR TOO EARLY TO PLANT TOMATOES? Check out this great article provided by the Agrilfe Department.

Photo 1. Tomato variety transplants (Left) CELEBRITY the semi-determinate and (Right) ATHENA the new all-purple variety. Photo taken Mar 4th just after transplanting. at the Master Gardener Demo Garden. Shows the drip irrigation setup, corral

03/19/2026

Spring is here! Don’t miss this plant sale!

Williamson County Master Gardener’s 2026 Native and Adapted Plant Sale

Saturday March 28, 2026 10AM to 2PM or when we sell out of plants

Location: Georgetown Community Center, San Gabriel Park,

445 E. Morrow St., Georgetown Tx