The annual migration of monarch butterflies occurs each year in the fall. No one knows for sure how millions of monarchs instinctively know when to depart and where to go. But it seems to be triggered by the autumn equinox and related to the Earth’s magnetic field.
National Indoor Plant Week 2017
National Indoor Plant Week is the third week each September to celebrate indoor plants and their many benefits!
A Gift for Mom
Are you looking for the perfect gift for Mom? Does your Mom love herbs? Does your Mom love flowers? Does your Mom love decorative items? Does your Mom love color? Does your Mom love Gerbera Daisies? Does your Mom love Calibrachoa? Does your Mom love Geraniums? Does Your Mom love trailing vines and flowers? If you answered yes to any of these then we have the perfect gift for your Mom!
Beautiful Begonias
There are so many new varieties of begonias to choose from! Here’s what you need to know about growing different types.
Caladiums
Caladiums are full of southern charm that light up your garden! Their leaves come in the most wonderful color combinations of white, green, chartreuse, red, and pink. The shady spots in your yard have never looked so good. With so many varieties you are sure to find one you love!
Gazania
The gazania, which is native to South Africa is also called sun-catcher. These sun-loving daisy shaped flowers, with vividly-colored petals, wow the eyes. They look pretty in containers, beds, borders, and as ground-cover. They come in rich shades of yellow, pink, purple, bronze, white, orange, red and coral. They love our Texas heat! They bloom from summer to winter. They are tolerant of drought and poor soil.
These plants bloom in all their glory during sunny seasons. It doesn’t need any pampering and can survive with basic needs. Gazania likes full sun, well-drained soil, and water. I’ll also point out that gazania needs watering only when the conditions are dry. Just like any other flowering plants, they will thrive in good soil, but can tolerate poor soil.
Easter Baskets
What kind of Easter Baskets are you putting up this year? I know you must think I’m confused, Easter Baskets are for kids and hunting eggs. Well my thought is, once you’re an adult spring hanging baskets take the place of Easter Baskets. I love adding spring color to my yard with hanging baskets. I love how the Easter egg colors of flowers in spring make my yard come alive.
Sunpatiens
I have found a new plant that I absolutely love! Sunpatiens are actually impatiens that can handle the Texas sun! I know what you are thinking, this must be a garden myth. Well, it’s not! If you love the brilliant color of impatiens but don’t have the perfect shady spot in your yard this plant is for you! The growers have come up with a hardy plant that still has that delicate look of impatiens. They are easy to care for and make a great addition to your landscape.
Lemon Tree
The scent of citrus that a lemon tree brings evokes memories of summer. That smell makes me think of Lemonade and sitting on the porch for hours. Lemon trees are perfect for being grown in an urban setting, since they do well in containers or planted in the ground. They are easy to care for and can create a lovely focal point for the yard. Citrus is an evergreen with white blossoms that can be tinged with pink or yellow. They don’t need pruning but can be shaped if desired. Make this addition to your yard and harvest fresh lemon to add to drinks and dishes all summer long. Come into the garden center and have one of our gardeners help you pick the best variety for your yard!
Salsa Time
Salsa Time is upon us! Spring is here and it’s time to get tomatoes and peppers planted. You want to have all the essentials to make salsa. If there is one thing we can all agree on, tomatoes and peppers grown at home just taste better!. There are so many varieties, it makes it hard to choose. You might love, Celebrity tomatoes, while your friend swears by Juliette tomatoes. I may love Bell Peppers and my neighbor may choose Gypsy Peppers! When you plant your tomatoes and bell peppers you might want to add cilantro, basil and oregano as well. Tomatoes, Peppers and herbs are great companions and thrive when planted together.