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Calling all ghouls and goblins, head to this SPOOK-tacular event at M-K-T with plants, pets, and prizes
Read full article: Calling all ghouls and goblins, head to this SPOOK-tacular event at M-K-T with plants, pets, and prizesFrom the kids to the pets, it's Halloween fun for the entire family in the Heights. We got a sneak peek at what you can find at the annual Hike, Bike, and Fright Fest happening at M-K-T this weekend in partnership with Houston Plant Market
Do you know the difference between annual and perennial flowers?
Read full article: Do you know the difference between annual and perennial flowers?Flowers are always a good idea to help spruce up your landscaping around your home, but knowing which kind of flowers (or plants) to get can be rather important.
Calling all plant lovers! A look inside the 2024 PlantCon International Convention
Read full article: Calling all plant lovers! A look inside the 2024 PlantCon International ConventionWeโre going inside Plantcon International, the biggest plant convention in Texas with over 150 vendors, workshops and presentations from the plant communityโs finest.
Give a gift that will grow this holiday season
Read full article: Give a gift that will grow this holiday seasonIf you really want to stand out this holiday season โ think green! There are so many great options when it comes to plants and garden-centered products that work for everyone on your list.
First Black woman-owned plant shop in Texas opens its 3rd location in Houston
Read full article: First Black woman-owned plant shop in Texas opens its 3rd location in HoustonA native Houstonian grew tired of the lack of representation in the plant retail industry and decided to do something about it.
From blankets to Christmas lights, check out some helpful tips to protect your plants from the freeze
Read full article: From blankets to Christmas lights, check out some helpful tips to protect your plants from the freezeFrost cloth, blankets, even incandescent Christmas lights can help cover plants and keep them warm during the freezing temps.
Hidden dangers: Beware of these common household plants that can make you sick
Read full article: Hidden dangers: Beware of these common household plants that can make you sickPlants may brighten your home, but some can also be lethal. Every year, more than 100,000 people are poisoned by plants in the U.S., and many of them are children.
๐Insiders -- these are stunning plants you can easily propagate to save big bucks in your southern garden
Read full article: ๐Insiders -- these are stunning plants you can easily propagate to save big bucks in your southern gardenSome plants are easier than others to grow from cuttings. These are some of those.
4 bold, beautiful plants that wonโt die -- unless you really try -- in your Houston-area garden
Read full article: 4 bold, beautiful plants that wonโt die -- unless you really try -- in your Houston-area gardenIf you get overwhelmed at the idea of beautifying your backyard with flowering plants, weโre going to keep this easy.
Reserve your free โGarden to Goโ kits from Loweโs
Read full article: Reserve your free โGarden to Goโ kits from LoweโsEvery week in April for โSpringFestโ the home improvement chain is giving away garden-to-go project kits. The kits will have different themes every week. Here is the weekly schedule of kits:April 8: Loweโs says this kit โis sponsored by Miracle-Groโ and includes recipes from cook and food stylist Amanda Frederickson. April 15: Loweโs Mystery Garden Pinata with mystery seed packets. April 22: For Earth Day, Loweโs will give out 500,000 tree saplingsApril 29: โLoweโs Butterfly Questโ helps families create a butterfly garden.
Houston horticulturist shares 4 tips to help your garden recover after the winter freeze
Read full article: Houston horticulturist shares 4 tips to help your garden recover after the winter freezeHOUSTON โ Winter storm Uri wreaked havoc on peopleโs plants and trees all across Texas, but itโs possible for your plants to survive with the right care. Brent Moon, horticultural manager with the Houston Botanic Garden, shared helpful post- freeze tips to get your garden back in shape. Columbine (Aquilegia chrysantha โHinckleyanaโ) (Houston Botanic Garden)โIt is very important to remove dead and rotting foliage as soon as possible. Firebush (Hamelia patens) in the Upland Forest (Houston Botanic Garden)โFor plants such as Hummingbird bush (Hamelia), Ixora, Oleander, Duranta, Esperanza, etc. To connect with Houston Botanic Garden, click here.
Tips for preparing your home, pets and plants for freezing temperatures
Read full article: Tips for preparing your home, pets and plants for freezing temperaturesEccles said to start by letting cold water drip from your faucet. Safety TipsThe Harris County Fire Marshalโs Office encourages residents to follow these heating safety tips:Place space heaters on solid and flat surfaces. Check space heaters for cracked or damaged cords and plugs. Plug space heaters directly into wall outlets, donโt use an extension cord or power strip. Create a โkid-free zoneโ three feet from open fires and space heaters.
4 low-maintenance houseplants that anyone can grow
Read full article: 4 low-maintenance houseplants that anyone can growHowever, itโs easier than it looks if you find one that requires little to no maintenance. Ashley Grubb, Founder of Mustard Seed Farm and Market in Richmond, shared her picks for best durable houseplants for beginners. (iStock)Forgiving plant, requires low light and very low water needs in case you forget to water it occasionally. (iStock)Trendy plant, easy to care for, grows fast and itโs easy to divide and grow more of it. Ashley Grubb (Mustard Seed Farm)The organization is raising funds to start construction next year in Fort Bend County.
New Houston Botanic Garden is 132-acres of plants, hiking trails, water features and more
Read full article: New Houston Botanic Garden is 132-acres of plants, hiking trails, water features and moreHOUSTON โ Time to add another safe, and fun local outdoor activity to your to-do list! Weโre talking about the brand-new Houston Botanic Garden, located off I-45 just across from Hobby Airport. Itโs a 132-acre plant museum with hiking trails, water features, and a family discovery center, and it opens this Friday. Here are some of the weekends to look forward to:Sept. 18, 19, and 20 โ Celebrating Latin AmericaOct. 2, 3, and 4 โ Celebrating AsiaOct. 16, 17, and 18 โ Celebrating AfricaOct. 30, 31, and November 1 โ Celebrating The MediterraneanVisitors are encouraged to buy tickets online at Houston Botanic Garden. Watch Lauren Kelly and President/General Counsel Claudia Gee Vassar give us a special sneak peek.
New Houston Botanic Garden is 132-acres of plants, hiking trails, water features and more
Read full article: New Houston Botanic Garden is 132-acres of plants, hiking trails, water features and moreNew Houston Botanic Garden is 132-acres of plants, hiking trails, water features and morePublished: September 15, 2020, 4:58 pmHouston Botanic Garden is a 132-acre plant museum with hiking trails, water features, and a family discovery center, and opens to the public this Friday. Itโs located at the site of the old Glennbrook Golf Course, right across I-45 from Hobby Airport. Lauren Kelly got a sneak peek from President and General Counsel, Claudia Gee Vassar.
Take a peek inside this brand new 132-acre garden inside the city limits of Houston
Read full article: Take a peek inside this brand new 132-acre garden inside the city limits of HoustonHOUSTON โ If you feel like your family has already been to all of the safe, outdoor spaces that allow for social distancing, hereโs another one you can add to your list. The brand new Houston Botanic Garden near Hobby Airport opens this Friday. What: Houston Botanic GardenAn 132-acre plant museum with hiking trails, water features and a family discovery centerWhere: 8210 Park Place Blvd. Houston, Texas 77017Itโs on the site of the old Glennbrook Golf Course, across 45 from Hobby Airport. When: Opens Friday, September 18, 20209 a.m.- 5 p.m., seven days a weekHow to buy tickets: Online at Houston Botanic GardenPrices: Adults $15Students (with valid student ID) $10Children (ages 3-15) $10
Tip Tuesday: Houseplants can help improve your homes air quality
Read full article: Tip Tuesday: Houseplants can help improve your homes air qualityHOUSTON Houseplants make for great dcor, but have you ever considered the other benefits of these plants? Some plants can actually help to improve the quality of air in your home by pulling pollutants from the air. Thats right, your houseplants can act as natural air purifiers by removing toxins from your home. THE BOSTON FERN: Can remove formaldehyde, xylene, and benzene from the airTHE PEACE LILY: Offers a boost to your indoor air quality by removing formaldehyde and benzene from the air. If youre looking to further improve your indoor air quality efforts past getting new houseplants, contact the professionals at One Hour Air Conditioning and Heating of Houston today at 855-ONE HOUR.
My succulent can get sunburned? Heres 5 things you can do to help your plants beat the heat
Read full article: My succulent can get sunburned? Heres 5 things you can do to help your plants beat the heatLearn to read your plantsPlants sometimes look wilted during the heat of the day, even if they are well-watered. Water early in the morning or late in the evening when temperatures are cooler this reduces evaporation and allows plants time to uptake water before the heat of the day. The combination of heat and humidity can cause plants to poach, sometimes leading to permanent tissue damage. Electrolytes are minerals that help our bodies cope with stress, and heat is a definite stress factor. For more information to managing summer heat in the garden, click here to follow Angelas blog.