Landscaping in the Big Country with Adam Andrews 6/20/26: Summer Gardening, Mini Houseplants & Working With West Texas Soil

As summer officially arrives in the Big Country, Adam and Amber discuss the transition into hotter weather, Father's Day weekend, and why now is the perfect time to fertilize summer-blooming plants, control weeds, refresh mulch, and strengthen Bermuda lawns before the peak heat of the season arrives. They also share an update on rainfall totals and what recent moisture means for local landscapes.The conversation takes a fun turn into the world of houseplants, including the growing popularity of miniature tropicals, terrariums, fairy gardens, and carnivorous plants. Learn about Venus flytraps, pitcher plants, bog gardens, proper watering techniques, and why these unique plants have become a favorite among gardeners of all ages.This week's Plant of the Week is the versatile Red Yucca, a drought-tolerant Texas native prized for its colorful blooms, hummingbird appeal, and ability to thrive in the toughest West Texas conditions. Adam also breaks down the fundamentals of improving heavy clay soils, explaining the benefits of compost, gypsum, expanded shale, peat moss, sand, and other amendments that can help create healthier lawns, gardens, flower beds, and container plantings.Whether you're building a terrarium, planning a landscape project, or looking for plants that can handle the Texas heat, this episode is packed with practical tips to help your garden flourish all summer long.