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Native Texan with a flair for fall

By Neil Sperry • November 4, 2026

I won’t spend a lot of space on this plant because it’s probably not going to fit into most urban landscapes. That’s one of the points I’ll mention. But it’s ...

Little plant is big on color

By Neil Sperry • November 4, 2026

I was maybe 14 years old. I slid open the doors to a greenhouse and there was a bench filled with this plant in full, glorious bloom. Its flowers reminded ...

Q&A – Ask Neil: November 5, 2026

By Neil Sperry • November 2, 2026

(Please read these instructions carefully.)Before you post your question, please look at recent issues to see if someone else has already asked it. You might find your answer there. October ...

Texas Garden Tip: Tree Trunks

By Neil Sperry • November 2, 2026

Be honest. How many times have these thoughts crossed your mind? Each is critical to the survival of every tree in your life. • Carry new trees by their root ...

Gardening This Weekend: November 5, 2026

By Neil Sperry • November 2, 2026

Here are the things I’d rank as most critical to get done in the next several days. Compare them with your lists. PLANT• This is pretty much last chance to ...

Plants that bloom in the “off” season

By Neil Sperry • October 27, 2026

Have you ever noticed a spring-flowering shrub, tree, or vine that was blooming its head off in September or October? It’s not uncommon in Texas. Some of the prime candidates ...

Most of us call it “elaeagnus”

By Steve Huddleston • October 26, 2026

Granted the plants have shoots that look very much like thorns for a while. And granted the obvious – most types have beautiful silvery foliage. Either way, this plant we ...

Q&A – Ask Neil: October 29, 2026

By Neil Sperry • October 26, 2026

(Please read these instructions carefully.)Before you post your question, please look at recent issues to see if someone else has already asked it. You might find your answer there. October ...

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