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Pests on Agave, Yucca, Cactus

Central Texas Gardener takes brand-new and seasoned gardeners down a sustainable garden path with organic techniques, water-wise plants, and homegrown food. Get design inspiration, hands-on how-to, and behind-the-scenes tours of Texas gardeners at home.

Season 17 Episode 34 | 26m 11s

Tom Spencer and Texas AgriLife entomologist Wizzie Brown identify the pests and explain how to control the pests on our agaves, yuccas, and cactus plants. On tour, see a diverse succulent design. Daphne explains how to grow aloe vera and how to pinch a plant for fluffy growth. John Dromgoole mixes up a soil blend for succulent plants.

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