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‘Hello Yellow’: A Sunshine-Bright Perennial Milkweed For Pollinators

This cheerful, golden-flowered twist on the classic orange butterfly weed has clusters of butter-yellow blooms, an upright habit, and exceptional...

Banana “trees” look tropical and dramatic, but they aren’t actually trees—they’re the world’s largest herb. What appears to be a...

Knowing whether a plant needs sun or shade isn’t just a gardening detail — it’s the single biggest factor that...

Why Timing Matters Warm season annuals—think Zinnias, Vinca, Penta, Coleus, and Angelonia - need consistently warm soil to root quickly and...

If you want a fast growing, deep, purple colored ornamental grass that thrives in our East Texas heat, Napier grass...

Walking into our Color House can be a bit overwhelming if you aren’t familiar with plants. It’s big and filled...

Vinca Upright blooming plants in vivid colors that bloom non-stop. Don’t overwater them and make sure they are in well-drained...

Terracotta pots are enjoying a major revival. Many of us remember the familiar orange red clay pots from childhood, and...

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

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