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Spring Cleaning for Your Landscape
Spring is in the air, and the warmer weather may have you itching to go out into the garden to get your hands dirty! Take advantage of this time to do some spring cleaning in your landscape. Read more »
Texas Mountain Laurel
A native evergreen shrub or small tree, Texas Mountain Laurel is a favorite for its beautiful spring blooms, year-round greenery, wildlife appeal, and adaptability to our North Texas conditions. Find out how to grow and care for it in this detailed profile. Read more »
Desert Willow
Tough, Texas native Desert Willow is a deciduous ornamental tree or large shrub that can take the summer heat and drought. Its beautiful form and long blooming seasons make it a great choice for the landscape and wildlife appeal. Find out how to grow and care for Desert Willow in this detailed profile. Read more »
Possumhaw Holly
A native deciduous holly, the Possumhaw is an ornamental tree or large shrub with bright red berries in winter making it an exceptional choice for seasonal color and wildlife appeal. Find out how to grow and care for Possumhaw Holly in this detailed profile. Read more »
Bur Oak Shade Tree
A native oak for North Texas, Bur Oak is a top shade tree choice for its majestic form, seasonal interest, disease resistance, and wildlife appeal. Find out how to grow and care for Bur Oak in your landscape in this detailed profile. Read more »
A Guide to Trees for North Texas
A diverse selection of native and well-adapted trees for North Texas. Includes Shade, Ornamental, and Evergreen trees suited for a variety of spaces and needs and tips for how to choose the right tree to enhance your landscape and improve the environment. Read more »
Why I Love Trees and You Should Too!
On the many reasons why we should be planting more native trees, with resources on how they are a vital part of sustainable ecosystems, the values they can bring to a community, home, landscape, and the lives they touch, plus how to get started. Read more »
Love Your Garden In February
For this Valentine’s day, show some love for your garden. Mid-February is an ideal time for a number of garden tasks, from pruning summer-blooming perennials, planting trees, shrubs, and a handful of edibles, to planning ahead for a bountiful spring. Read more »
How to Prepare Your Garden for a Prolonged Freeze
North Texas is predicted to get a prolonged freeze that could be very damaging for our landscapes. Here are a few basic tips on what to expect and what steps you can take to protect your garden. Read more »