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Chrysanthemums – A Fall Classic

Rick Bickling — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 10:00:58 +0000

Chrysanthemum morifolium, more commonly known as Chrysanthemums, or Mums, are a classic fall planting in landscapes and gardens all over the world. They were first grown as a flowering herb as early as the 15th century BC in China, brought to Japan in the 8th century, and introduced to Europe in the 17th century. Although … Continue reading Chrysanthemums – A Fall Classic →

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Plant Bulbs This Fall for a Spring Blossom Bonanza

Rick Bickling — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 09:00:37 +0000

One of the simplest, least expensive, and most rewarding fall gardening activities is planting spring flowering bulbs. Although they appear to be nothing more than small, dead, brown orbs, bulbs are very much alive. They contain everything needed to survive cold winter temperatures, produce a wide array of beautiful flowers in the spring, and to … Continue reading Plant Bulbs This Fall for a Spring Blossom Bonanza →

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Malvaviscus arboreus – Adaptable and Beautiful

Rick Bickling — Sat, 22 Jul 2017 13:03:25 +0000

Malvaviscus arboreus, commonly known as Turk’s cap, Turkscap, Turk’s Turban, Wax Mallow, Ladies Teardrop, Scotchman’s Purse, Bleeding hearts, or Mexican apple, is a member of the Malvaceae (Hibiscus) family. Malvaviscus is derived from a Greek word meaning “sticky mallow”, and arboreus, refers to the tree-like appearance of a mature plant. It is a flowering perennial … Continue reading Malvaviscus arboreus – Adaptable and Beautiful →

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Roses: Old is New Again

Rick Bickling — Sun, 16 Jul 2017 06:00:39 +0000

Rose Rustling You’ve probably never heard those two words used together before. They conjure up images of an outlaw in a black cowboy hat. Having decided that cattle were just a little too large and smelly to steal, he instead grabs his six-shooter and a pair of pruners, pulls his bandana up over his face, … Continue reading Roses: Old is New Again →

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Tecoma stans – One Look Tells you Yellow Bells

Rick Bickling — Sat, 30 Jul 2016 10:35:15 +0000

Tecoma stans, also known as Yellow bells, Yellowbells, Esperanza (Spanish for “hope”), Yellow trumpetbush, Yellow trumpetflower, Trumpetbush, Trumpetflower, Yellow elder, or Ginger-thomas is a member of the Bignoniaceae (Trumpet-Creeper Family). It is native to the Southwest United States, and Florida with a natural range that includes the Caribbean and the Bahamas, and extends into Mexico, … Continue reading Tecoma stans – One Look Tells you Yellow Bells →

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Ornamental Grasses: Adding Interest to your Landscape

Rick Bickling — Sat, 30 Jul 2016 09:00:11 +0000

When the words grass and gardening are mentioned together, most of us think of getting out the lawn mower for another long hot day of mowing the front yard. But ornamental grasses offer gardeners something entirely different from traditional turf grass. There are over 20 varieties of native and adapted ornamental grasses in Texas alone, … Continue reading Ornamental Grasses: Adding Interest to your Landscape →

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Star Jasmine

Rick Bickling — Sat, 16 Aug 2014 23:19:22 +0000

Lilies After a Rain

Rick Bickling — Fri, 18 Apr 2014 14:08:18 +0000

A Saturday Burst of Color

Rick Bickling — Fri, 11 Apr 2014 17:57:12 +0000

First Signs of Spring 2015

Rick Bickling — Fri, 28 Mar 2014 17:51:37 +0000