Who is answering my gardening questions on Ask Garden Guy?

Todd Farber — a Texas A&M horticulture graduate and Houston native with 33 years of landscaping experience. He’s the trusted voice behind Ask Garden Guy, helping Houston and Sugar Land homeowners with real, local answers.

Is Ask Garden Guy related to GardenLine on KTRH?

We’re not affiliated with KTRH or GardenLine, but we’re proud to continue the spirit of helpful garden talk! Many former GardenLine listeners now use Ask Garden Guy to get timely advice without calling in or waiting on hold.

How does Ask Garden Guy work?

Just submit your question online—photos welcome—and you'll receive a real response from Garden Guy or our small Houston-based team. No bots, no scripts, just time-tested advice tailored to your yard.

Is there a fee to ask a question?

Nope. Ask Garden Guy is free. For personalized in-person consultations, our paid landscaping design team at Garden Guy is also available at gardenguy.com.

Do you serve Sugar Land and Houston?

Yes! Ask Garden Guy is based in Sugar Land and offers landscaping advice for homeowners throughout the Houston area, including Missouri City, Richmond, Katy, and beyond.

Who makes the videos or social media posts?

Most videos and posts are created by Sabrina Farber, who co-owns Garden Guy and brings real-world experience and storytelling to every answer.

What makes Ask Garden Guy different from other advice sites?

Ask Garden Guy is run by actual Houston-based landscapers who know our climate, soil, and seasons. We're not bots, bloggers, or AI—we're your neighbors.

Can I get help choosing plants for my Sugar Land yard?

Yes! Ask Garden Guy specializes in plant selection advice for Sugar Land homeowners. Tell us about your sun, soil, and goals—and we’ll make recommendations.

Frequently Asked Questions

From GardenLine to Garden Guy — Houston’s Next Generation of Gardening Help

Q: Is Ask Garden Guy free?
A: Yes! You can submit your gardening or landscaping question for free using our online form. If your issue requires an in-person visit, we'll let you know the cost before scheduling anything.

Q: What areas do you serve?
A: We primarily serve Sugar Land, Houston, Missouri City, and the surrounding Fort Bend area. Online garden advice is available to anyone in the Gulf Coast area.

Q: Who is answering my questions?
A: You’re getting real advice from real people. Todd Farber—a Texas A&M horticulture grad with 30+ years of Houston landscaping experience—answers most questions, and his wife Sabrina often shares helpful video replies and follow-ups. No bots. No generic templates. Just thoughtful, local help from the Garden Guy family.

Q: Do you offer landscaping services too?
A: Yes! Todd and Sabrina Farber also run Garden Guy, a trusted residential landscaping company serving Sugar Land and surrounding neighborhoods since 1991.

Q: What makes Ask Garden Guy different from Google or Facebook groups?
A: You’re not getting a crowd-sourced opinion. You’re getting real, local, expert advice—personalized for your yard, your plants, and your goals—from someone who actually lives and works in the Houston area.

📻 GardenLine Connection

Q: Are you connected to GardenLine?
A: No, we’re not affiliated with GardenLine. But many Houstonians who once called into the GardenLine radio show with Randy Lemmon or Skip Richter now use Ask Garden Guy for direct, personalized help—without waiting on hold. It's local advice from a real horticulturist, available online 24/7.

Q: What is Ask Garden Guy?
A: Ask Garden Guy is your online source for local Houston and Sugar Land landscaping advice. Submit your question and get a real answer from Todd Farber, a Texas A&M horticulturist with over 30 years of experience.

Q: Is Ask Garden Guy available in Sugar Land?
A: Yes! We’re based in Sugar Land, Texas and proudly help homeowners in Sugar Land, Missouri City, Richmond, and the greater Houston area with real landscaping and garden advice.

Q: Can I get plant recommendations for my yard?
A: Absolutely. Whether you’re dealing with full sun, shade, poor drainage, or deer, Ask Garden Guy gives you personalized plant suggestions that work for your specific Houston-area landscape.

Q: How much is in-person consultation or design help?
A: If you need an in-person consultation or design help, visit Garden-Guy.com — in-person services are available for a fee. On-site consult are separate from Ask Garden Guy’s Free Service.