Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews 2/21/26: Dianthus Days and Pre-Emergent Ways

Willow Creek Gardens is rolling into the early spring rush, and Adam and Amber are here with the February game plan. With plant trucks arriving and the nursery turning green again, they break down what’s showing up first—fresh shrubs and trees, fruit trees, cool-season color, herbs and veggies, and some early surprises that usually don’t hit until later.Plant of the Week is Dianthus—also called pinks or sweet William—a tough, cool-season favorite loaded with color, fragrance, and variety. Adam explains why dianthus thrives right now, how it performs through the seasons, and why it’s a great choice for beds that need an instant lift.They also cover the big “get-ahead” list for this time of year: servicing mowers and checking sprinkler systems before everyone gets booked up, pruning windows for trees and shrubs, rose timing (and why climbing roses are different), refreshing mulch, and planning ahead for spring projects. Plus, they dive into February’s most important lawn step—pre-emergent—including the three-application calendar for West Texas and what those treatments prevent as the season heats up.Finally, they hit what you can plant now for fast payoff: redbuds before they bloom out, climbing color like Carolina jessamine, bluebonnet starts, cool-season vegetables and herbs, and strawberries while supplies last.