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The heart-shaped leaves and rounding growth habit make the redbud a beautiful addition to a shadier garden. It’s also an early nectar source for butterflies, moths, and bees and a larval host plant for the Henry’s Elfin butterfly.
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Planting native Texas trees in November can be quite successful thanks to the milder weather which is ideal for root establishment.
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It’s hard to imagine a summer without the colorful blooms of the Crape Myrtle. From brilliant white to deep magenta, the trees bring color all season. Though they’ve been planted extensively in Texas landscapes for many years, the trees are...
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Here at Native Gardeners, one of the questions we get asked most frequently is, “Why can’t I get my lawn to grow under my shade tree?”. Quantity of light plays a role here, but what about grasses such as Zoysia...
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As the weather continues to grow hotter, our gardens need all the help they can get to survive this heat. The first thing you can do to help your plants during a drought is to ensure they are conserving their...
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