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Golden Oakland Glow

The ‘Golden Oakland®’ Holly is a striking variation of the popular Oakland® Holly with its bright golden‑yellow new growth that...

Shade With Style

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The ‘Summer Red’ Maple is a standout shade tree that brings a season long color show while staying tough enough...

Compact, Colorful & East Texas Tough

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A compact selection of our native yaupon holly is commonly referred to as Eureka Gold since its real name is...

Texas Mountain Laurels: Bold Blooms, Native Charm

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The Texas Mountain Laurel (Dermatophyllum secundiflorum, formerly Sophora secundiflora) is one of the most iconic native evergreens in the state....

Protecting Plants In Sleet/Ice

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1. Cover BEFORE precipitation starts Once ice forms, you cannot safely cover plants. • Use frost cloth, sheets, or blankets. • Anchor edges...

What Mid-Teen Temperatures Do To Plants

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1. Evergreen shrubs (camellia, azalea, gardenia, pittosporum, Indian hawthorn) • Leaf burn: foliage turns bronze, brown, or black. • Bud kill: spring...

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...

Timing It Right: Planting Fruit Trees In East Texas

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1. Best Time: Fall late September-early November This is ideal because the soil is warm, roots grow quickly, and the tree...

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...

Welcome To Texas! (Part 5)

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Changes From Gardening in a Cold Climate to Gardening in East Texas 1. The Heat Becomes the Main Limiting Factor In cold...