Grow Your Best Summer Garden

Summer is here, and so is prime time for lawn and garden care in North Texas. Whether you're tackling stubborn clay soil, planning a drought tolerant landscape, or dreaming of homegrown tomatoes, the Frisco Public Library has the resources to help your garden thrive. 

One of the best places to start is Gale OneFile: Gardening and Horticulture, opens a new window, available through our online resources. This database offers popular magazine articles as well as research papers on everything from lawn maintenance and pest control to native plant landscaping and sustainable gardening techniques. It’s a great way to get quick, trustworthy answers to your gardening questions—right from home. 

If you prefer digging into a good book, we’ve got you covered there too. Local gardening favorite Neil Sperry's Complete Guide to Texas Gardening, opens a new window is an essential resource for anyone growing in our unique climate. You can also explore our collection of books focused specifically on North Texas and regional gardening, including guides to native plants, vegetable gardening, pollinator habitats, and waterwise landscapes. 

And don’t forget to take a look at the library’s garden. The plants around the library are all Texas native or adapted plants that will thrive in this area. You can see what they look like when they are grown and decide what would look amazing in your space. 

Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just getting started, the Frisco Public Library is here to help you make the most of your outdoor space this summer. Stop by, explore our digital resources, or ask a librarian for personalized recommendations—we’re always happy to help you grow something great.