 There are many types of invasive plants, including herbs, shrubs, trees, flowering plants, and more. Although many of these plants are pretty and used in landscaping, they can post serious environmental threats. They can spread aggressively when introduced into a new habitat, outcompeting native plants. Check out these seven tips for avoiding invasive species in your yard.
 Congratulations to the 16 winning students, and one winning teacher, in the Kids Art Contest. Youth from across Texas, in kindergarten through the 5th grade, submitted artwork showing how they Take Care of Texas. Delilah Saenz, a 4th grader from Driscoll, won the grand prize for her drawing. Check out all of the student artwork! Sign up to learn about important announcements for next year's contest.
 Compact fluorescent light bulbs have a lot of benefits! They save money and energy and help to keep the air clean. But they also should be handled carefully because they contain a small amount of mercury, a material considered hazardous. However, there’s no need to be alarmed, just follow the simple steps in this post for preventing breaks and cleaning up broken bulbs.
 Do you wonder if products labeled as “green” or “eco-friendly” really are safer for your family, pets, and the environment? Are you worried these products won’t be as effective as their regular counterparts? Check out this post to get answers to these and other questions about “green” cleaners.
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