Basements often get a bad reputation as dark, damp spaces unsuitable for plants. Yet, with
Randy's Book Signings & Appearances
Catch Randy Lemmon signing New Decade Gardening at Gulf Coast spots. Bring your copy and your gardening questions.
Randy Lemmon: Garden Guy for Houston & the Gulf Coast
Grow Smarter. Cultivate Better. Live Green.
I’ll guide you through how to maintain a lush, beautiful garden in the Gulf Coast region, offering tips honed over 35+ years of experience. Here, you’ll find expert advice on gardening, lawn care, and creating stunning outdoor spaces that thrive in Houston’s unique climate.
Randy Lemmon: Garden Guy for Houston & the Gulf Coast
Grow Smarter. Cultivate Better. Live Green.
I’ll guide you through how to maintain a lush, beautiful garden in the Gulf Coast region, offering tips honed over 35+ years of experience. Here, you’ll find expert advice on gardening, lawn care, and creating stunning outdoor spaces that thrive in Houston’s unique climate.
Latest Posts
Select from Trees, Shrubs, Fruits & Veggies, Perennials & Annuals, Tropicals, or Plant Profiles to find specialized advice for your specific gardening interests.
Randy’s Latest Tips & Profiles
Feb 11, 2022: Your Lawn Care Plan
Start your spring lawn work wherever you like—mow, seed, or feed—and watch steady green growth fill in by early summer.
Feb 3, 2022: Lower Your Fertilizer Bill
Use slow‑release blends, target only bare spots, and test your soil first—so every bag gives you maximum value.
Jan 27, 2022: My Easy Fertilizer Guide
Follow a no‑fuss timeline—feed every six weeks from spring through fall—and keep your beds healthy without guesswork.
