Category Archives: Seasons

Revisiting Monarchs

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Heat and Drought Tolerant Plants for Summer

Posted August 2011 I’ve got a few interesting blog posts I’m holding on the back burner for now, but I thought I’d keep them there until the heat wave subsides and instead write about something more timely. Actually, as hot … Continue reading

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Collecting Seed

To easily find seeds on a plant, look to where its flowers were blooming. Continue reading

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Poinsettias

When we see Poinsettias most of us naturally think of the Christmas holidays. A single potted Poinsettia has the ability to make any room festive – from a messy college dorm to an austere auto body reception area. Multiple pots … Continue reading

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Early March in North Texas – A Pictorial

March 6, 2020 My last blog post was so very long that this time I decided to give everyone a break and simply post a pictorial of some of the beautiful items in my yard that are showing promising signs … Continue reading

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Overwintering Tropicals

You can successfully grow and maintain tropicals in temperate zones if you follow a few tips when overwintering them indoors. Continue reading

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