Winter rains historically usher in a beautiful spring in the Texas Hill country! Wildflower Center officials have already spotted bluebonnets preparing to bloom between Marble Falls and Llano. Bluebonnets and over 5000 species of wildflowers will peak mid-March through May. Deemed the Texas state flower in 1901, bluebonnets have become the backdrop for family pictures, the object of paintings and the subject of stories.
An interesting fact: The Texas Department of Transportation buys and sows about 30,000 pounds of wildflower seeds each year along the Texas roadways. While the best corridor to view them is between Austin and San Antonio, a plethora of these beauties are seen from Johnson City to Fredericksburg, Marble Falls, Llano, Brenham and many places in North Texas. If visiting North Texas, just be patient as the bluebonnets do not peak until mid-April. Read More→
Today at a special awards ceremony hosted by the Austin Business Journal, the elite Austin Real Estate professionals were honored. We are very proud that our name was called as the Austin Business Journal’s 2010 Custom Builder of the Year!
Duke McDowell says, “We have been honored with over 100 industry awards throughout the years, including the Texas Custom Builder of the Year - three times! But this award is special and unique as it recognizes us locally for our commitment to advancing the quality and professionalism of the home building industry right here in our own back yard.”
This event was truly a who’s who of the Austin real estate market. Top producing agents and teams were recognized for their production in 2009 and many of them shared their stories of success in this difficult market. Read More→
Spring is almost here! Watch out though, late freezes can occur in March and heavy frosts in April in the Texas Hill Country and Austin,Texas. March 20 is the first day of spring this year. On March 20, the Sun will cross directly over the Earth’s equator. This moment is known as the vernal equinox in the Northern Hemisphere. Equinox means “equal night.” Because the sun is positioned above the equator, day and night are about equal in length all over the world during the equinoxes.
Prune……Prune spring flowering trees after they finish blooming. Prune evergreen shrubs now. Prune deciduous spring flowering shrubs after they bloom. Prune deciduous summer flowering shrubs before they bloom. Prune evergreen flowering shrubs after they bloom.
Fertilize……Fertilize spring flowering trees when the petals fall. Use one pound of 5-10-15 fertilizer per inch of tree trunk measured 3 feet from the ground. Fertilize summer flowering and deciduous spring flowering shrubs with a 15-15-15 fertilizer. Fertilize evergreen shrubs with an acid azalea/camellia fertilizer. Use 1/2 pound per 3 feet of the shrubs height. Read More→
Sterling Custom Homes has been building in the Lake Travis area for over 20 years. In that time, we have seen the lake level fluctuate drastically. Being the variable level lake in the chain of lakes operated by the Lower Colorado River Authority, Lake Travis has fluctuated from a high level of 710 msl in 1991 to it’s lowest level of 614 msl way back in 1951.
More recently, the lake was down to 636 msl in August of 2009. The recent wet weather over the past few months has fortunately brought the lake back up to the near-full level of 676 msl.
We have built many custom homes on Lake Travis over the years. We currently have one project underway at Waterfront in Rough Hollow and another beginning soon in The Reserve at Lake Travis. Both of these Austin, Texas custom homes are designed to take advantage of the incredible views and relaxing lifestyle provided by their lakefront settings.
Sterling Custom Homes is so excited about the progress of our first spec from our Platinum Collection designed by Austin Design Group. Overlooking the #5 fairway on the Flintrock Falls Golf course, this lot offers a relaxed feel and panoramic view. Located at 212 Black Wolf Run, the 4,222 square foot house is perfect for a young family or empty nesters.
This custom home in Lakeway, Texas features four bedrooms with four and one-half baths. The master suite is conveniently located on the main level and offers beautiful views of the golf course. The main level also boasts another bedroom, formal dining room and a gourmet kitchen that opens to the expansive family room and breakfast room.
It is certainly perfect for the Hill Country golf enthusiast who loves driving on a Jack Nicklaus designed golf course. Read More→