Dr. Moon, Union Park Horticulturist
Dr. Robert Moon is dedicated to helping Union Park residents achieve beautiful, thriving lawns and landscapes. With his extensive knowledge and passion for horticulture, Dr. Moon has created a variety of resources tailored specifically for our community. These include gardening tips, plant recommendations, and watering calendars, all designed to make your gardening experience easier and more enjoyable.
Explore the links below to access Dr. Moon's exclusive gardening guides and discover how you can enhance your outdoor space!
2025
January Gardening Guide
Ins & Outs + Winter Pest Control + Prep Your Landscape for Artic Cold + Mistletoe Kiss or Curse
February Gardening Guide
Effects of Freezing Temperatures + Landscape Maintenance Tasks + Pruning Crape Myrtles + Winter Tips
March Gardening Guide
Texas Two Step + Busting Watering Myths + Rejuvenate, Replant & Refresh Landscape
2024
April GARDENING BY THE MOON
Weeds & Turf Weeds + Young Tree Border Protection + Spring Annual Color Recommendations + Social Media
may gardening by the moon
Cutworms on The Move + Eve’s Necklace + Plant Hardlines Zone Map
JUNE gardening by the moon
Storm Damaged Trees + Pesky Crabgrass & Nutgrass + Aphids, Scale & Powdery Mildew on Crape Myrtles + Texas Tough Summer Plants
Green Thumb Chronicles: Your Guide to Gardening Success
2025 garden calendar
Annual Gardening Calendar Recommendations
2025 fruit and nut trees
Fruit and Nut Tree Recommendations for 2025
2025 Recommended plant list
2025 Plant List Recommendations
2025 Recommended plant list drought tolerance
2025 Plant List Recommendations
2025 vegetable guide
Vegetable Guide for 2025
IRRIGATION FACTS
Seasonal irrigation tips and watering schedule to help you save money.
rejuvenating your plants
Tips for rejuvenating your plants.
CRAPE MYRTLES
Darlings of the South.
Check Out Dr. Moon’s Videos
Dr. Moon Video: Creating great outdoor & Backyard spaces
Dr. Moon Video: tips removing tree guide wires
DR. MOON VIDEO: TREE FERTILIZER TIPS
DR. MOON VIDEO: Pruning Techniques
Learn the correct pruning techniques from Dr. Moon!