This is native shrub is fantastic for small bed spaces. There are actually two types of Yaupon Hollies, the male version (aka Will Fleming) and the female version (aka Scarlet’s Peak). Scarlet’s Peak produces red berries in the winter whereas Will Fleming is a pollinator. The winter bloom for the Scarlet’s Peak adds a wonderful holiday […]
The Yaupon Holly is a phenomenal option when it comes to selecting flora for your landscape. Native to Central Texas, the Yaupon Holly is a small perennial tree, often growing up to 25 feet in height. The tree blooms white flowers in April-May and then female trees produce copious amounts of small red berries in place of […]
This flower is a wonder addition of color to the your beds during the summer and early fall. The Agapanthus is a staple of warm-winter regions. It is low maintenance flower that produces colorful blue or white bulbs. Their evergreen leaves add plenty of texture to beds and pots too. Here are some more facts […]
Here’s another resilient option for our harsh Central Texas Climate. The Pink Skullcap (aka Scutellaria suffrutescens) is a tidy, low-growing plant with beautiful pink blossoms that are present for a good portion of the year. Here are some more details on this great species: They usually grow to be around 1′ tall They have a […]
If you are looking for a native plant to provide your beds with some groundcover, the Silver Ponyfoot is a great option. This West Texas native species is perfect for sunny spots in your lawn or beds and is extremely heat and drought tolerant. Here’s some more info on Silver Ponyfoot (aka dichondra argentea): They […]
Here is another great option for your yard. The Knock Out® Rose, though non-native, has proven to be very successful in the Central Texas area. This repeat bloomer is a very resilient, disease-resistant shrub-rose that requires very little maintenance. Here are some more basic facts: Grows from 3-5′ tall and just as wide They have […]
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