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Pollen: Pest or Pleasure?

by Erin Spencer / April 2, 2018

Here at Native Edge we love Spring! However, we know we're not alone in saying sometimes there can be too much of a good thing. Pollen is one of the most common allergens in the United States and aside from taking allergy shots, or antihistamines, the best way to diminish symptoms is to avoid the allergen altogether. That's why we're giving you the tools to help pinpoint your pollen problems, so you can get back to enjoying the things you love most: plants!Given that the weather changes plants' behaviors from year to year it should be of no surprise that it also changes how much pollen they release. A mild winter can indicate an earlier pollen season, where a late freeze might reduce the amount of pollen that year. Large amounts of dry wind will spread the pollen faster and rain can help drive it from the air.Determining when and how much pollen will be in the air at any given time can be complicated and similar to the weather can't be predicted too far in advance, but trends can be made. That's why KXAN, our local news station, has an allergy report they push out every weekday to help you determine what's bad each day.Another important thing to consider is figuring out what you are allergic to. There are many different types of pollen out there, and unless you are extremely unlucky, you are likely not allergic to ALL of them. If your allergies are bad enough, consider going to a doctor and getting a skin test to see what you can narrow it down to. Once you know what they are you will be better equipped to handle what comes your way.Check out this Austin Allergy Calendar to see the types of pollen that dominate in Austin and when they are typically at their worst.Finally, we know that at a certain point it's impossible to avoid all allergens in the air, and you can't stop your busy life just because of a little pollen. However, when you are at home simple things like buying an air cleaner or conditioner with CLEAN filters can do wonders to control your allergies.

Happy Easter everyone!

by Rodney Stoutenger / April 1, 2018

Happy Easter everyone! Hope everyone is enjoying some time outdoors with this beautiful spring weather![igp-likes] Instagram LikesHappy Easter everyone! Hope everyone is enjoying some time outdoors with this beautiful spring weather! #easter #happyeaster #spring #iris #easteriris #atx #nativeedge #nativeedgelandscape

Oh Spring time, how we’ve missed you..

by Rodney Stoutenger / March 22, 2018

Oh Spring time, how we’ve missed you..[igp-likes] Instagram LikesOh Spring time, how we’ve missed you.. #spring #flower #bloom #redyucca #landscape #floral #landscapedesign #atx #native #nativeedge #nativeedgelandscape

Is it Spring yet?!

by Rodney Stoutenger / March 1, 2018

Is it Spring yet?! This beautiful Red Bud starting to bud tells me we’re getting close![igp-likes] Instagram LikesIs it Spring yet?! This beautiful Red Bud starting to bud tells me we’re getting close! #spring #atxphotographer #atxlife #redbud #bloom #bud #landscape #garden #springblooms #landscapedesign #landscapearchitecture #nativeedge #nativeedgelandscape

Austin: go outside right now!

by Rodney Stoutenger / February 14, 2018

Austin: go outside right now. We have some sunshine right now!! 😎🌞 Much needed! Can’t wait for spring season![igp-likes] Instagram LikesAustin: go outside right now. We have some sunshine right now!! 😎🌞 Much needed! Can’t wait for spring season! #vitamind #sunshine #weather #sun #spring #cantwait #atx #atxlife #nativeedge #nativeedgelandscape

Happy First Day of Spring!

by Rodney Stoutenger / March 20, 2017

Happy First Day of Spring! Hope you each get to spend some time out in this wonderful weather we are having today! These were found by our bookkeeper Carol-lee just outside our office on her daily midday walk.[igp-likes] Instagram LikesHappy First Day of Spring! Hope you each get to spend some time out in this wonderful weather we are having today! These #bluebonnets were found by our bookkeeper Carol-lee just outside our office on her daily midday walk. #atx #atxlife #spring #nativeedge #landscapedesign #landscapearchitecture #spring2017 #firstDayOfSpring

You Won’t Believe This Transformation!

by Rodney Stoutenger / March 17, 2017

Progress pic of one of our current projects happening now! You won't believe this transformation![igp-likes] Instagram LikesProgress pic of one of our current projects happening now! You won't believe this transformation! #spring #austin #landscapedesign #landscapeconstruction #deck #fountain #pavers #veggiebeds #atx #atxlife #nativeedgelandscape #nativeedge

The spring season is upon us!

by Rodney Stoutenger / May 11, 2016

The spring season is upon us! Be sure to enjoy the sun this evening along with everything else Mother Nature has to offer around the garden![igp-likes] Instagram LikesThe spring season is upon us! Be sure to enjoy the sun this evening along with everything else Mother Nature has to offer around the garden! #Esperanza #atx #spring #flowerpower #yellow #landscape #garden #landscapedesign #landscapearchitecture #nativeedge #nativeedgelandscape

It’s that time of year again

by Rodney Stoutenger / April 25, 2016

It's that time of year again, when we do our spring cleaning and welcome Mother Nature and all her wonders! cleaning[igp-likes] Instagram LikesIt's that time of year again, when we do our spring cleaning and welcome Mother Nature and all her wonders! #spring cleaning #mothernature #atx #atxlife #sunflower #flowerpower #atxstyle #nativeedge #nativeedgelandscape

Spring 2016 is so hot right now.

by Rodney Stoutenger / March 10, 2016

Spring 2016 is so hot right now.[igp-likes] Instagram LikesSpring 2016 is so hot right now. #wellsbranch #atx #verde #spring #getoutside #austininspiresus