Category Archives: Texas Native

A Wounded Hummingbird

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Jay White

Every once in a while, something amazing happens.  For my wife and I, this Sunday brought us one of those amazing surprises.  While outside mowing the yard, our carpentar stopped her and showed her what appeared to be a half … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, Potager, Texas Native, Trees | Tagged , | 2 Comments

Turk’s Cap (Malvaviscus drummondii)

Posted on October 10, 2012 by Jay White

This past weekend, the weather was so nice that my wife and I decided to take a ride in the country.  We went down a long gravel road that had a “No Exit” sign posted just to see where it … Continue reading →

Posted in Flowers, Masters of Horticulture, Texas Native | Tagged , , , , | 4 Comments

Edible Landscape Tour

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Jay White

Currently, one of the hottest trends in landscape design is called “Edible Landscapes”.  Edible landscapes seek to incorporate vegetable, herbs, berries and fruit trees into urban and suburban landscapes.  I can attest that it is pretty easy to create an attractive outdoor … Continue reading →

Posted in Field Trips, Flowers, Gardening Basics, Herbs, Masters of Horticulture, Patty Leander, Potager, Texas Native, Vegetables | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Stephen F. Austin Plant Sale in Nacogdoches

Posted on September 3, 2012 by Jay White

If you are going to be anywhere close to East Texas  on October 6, you really need to take time to swing by the gardens at Stephen F. Austin University.   The SFA Gardens at Stephen F. Austin State University will … Continue reading →

Posted in Flowers, Gardening Basics, Texas Native, Trees | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Mutant Bluebonnet-Fasciation

Posted on April 2, 2012 by Jay White

Below you will find a picture of the most incredible and unusual bluebonnet that I have ever seen.  My best friend, Johnny Pickle, found this on his place just outside of Bellville,Texas.  It is the most unusual plant thing I … Continue reading →

Posted in Flowers, Texas Native | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments

2012 Bluebonnet Season is Here!

Posted on March 9, 2012 by Jay White

Once again, I am pleased to announce that bluebonnet season is here.  Below is a pic of the first one to bloom in our yard.  It will be interesting to see how well they do this year.  Because of last years drought, I … Continue reading →

Posted in Flowers, Texas Native | Tagged , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Maximilian Sunflowers (Helianthus maximiliani)

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Jay White

As you drive along the high ways and by ways of our great state this fall, notice all of the native plants that are in full bloom.  Fall is a great time for many native flowers and perennials.  One of … Continue reading →

Posted in Flowers, Texas Native | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments