Wild About Texas – October, 2007

By Neil Sperry • October 23, 2007

Most parts of the country regard September as the beginning of fall. Here in Texas, when daytime highs linger persistently in the mid-nineties, it is quite a challenge to trust …

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Wild About Texas – October, 2007

By Neil Sperry • October 22, 2007

Gardens on Tour 2005 Presented by the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Austin, TX – On Saturday, May 7, from 10am to 5pm, Gardens on Tour 2005 Presented by the …

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Wild About Texas – October, 2007

By Neil Sperry • October 22, 2007

Winter is a Great Time to Plant Trees and Shrubs Winter is an ideal time to plant native tree and shrub species that are native to your area (caution: some …

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Wild About Texas – October, 2007

By Neil Sperry • October 22, 2007

Native grasses provide seed sources for birds and other wildlife. The leaves are used by many animals for nest-building and serve as larval food sources for a variety of skipper …

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Wild About Texas – October, 2007

By Neil Sperry • October 22, 2007

Just Add Water Water is a precious commodity for all forms of life in our hot, dry climate. A water garden, or pond of any size, can provide hours of …

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Texas Natives – October, 2007

By Neil Sperry • October 22, 2007

Winter is an excellent time to appreciate evergreen trees in the landscape and explore new plant possibilities when space allows. Texas pinyon (Pinus remota), a native pine well-adapted to heat, …

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Wild About Texas – October, 2007

By Neil Sperry • October 22, 2007

Drab and wan does not have to describe your winter garden. Texas provides us with a healthy selection of native options for a winter garden including evergreen plants of varying …

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Texas Natives – October, 2007

By Neil Sperry • October 22, 2007

Maypop Passiflora incarnata Maypop Passiflora incarnata is one of the hardiest passionflower vines native to Texas and much of the United States. Maypop quickly turns a chain link fence into …

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