Annuals – The Home & Garden Center

‘Dragon’s Breath®’ Celosia: Bring the Heat to Your Garden

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If you want bold, this is it. ‘Dragon’s Breath®’ Celosia features rich, fiery red plumes and deep foliage that absolutely...

Built For East Texas: Why Zinnias Work

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Planting zinnias in East Texas is a smart move if you want color that actually thrives in our region’s particular...

Angelonia: The Heat-Loving Bloomer That Keeps on Giving

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Angelonia is a summer superstar with tall spikes of delicate blooms that thrive in our East Texas heat and humidity....

Bubblegum Beauty That Won’t Quit

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Supertunia® Vista ‘ Bubblegum’ is one of the most celebrated petunias in modern gardening Its vibrant bubblegum pink blooms,...

Sip-Worthy Colors, Garden-Ready Plants

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Above: Rio Grande® Raspberry Lemonade, Colorblast® Doubles Guava, Colorblast® Mango Mojito, Rio Grande® Frosted Strawberry Add a burst of bold color...

Plant it high, it won’t die.

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In East Texas, planting trees and shrubs slightly above the natural soil line is one of the most important steps...

Meet The MVP of Summer Color: Supertunias® Are Here

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If you’re looking for nonstop color, Proven Winners® Supertunias® are it—and we are fully stocked with a wide variety right...

Bandana Lantana Is Here!

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Bandana Lantana is here, and it’s ready to shine. This compact annual form of lantana brings all the color, heat...

Are “New” Plant Varieties Really New? The Truth Explained.

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The Hidden World of Patents, Cultivars & Trade Names If you’ve ever felt confused by the huge number of “new” plant...

How To Identify A Plant’s True Cultivar Name

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Most plant tags highlight the big, flashy trade name — the marketing name growers use to stand out. But the...