Care Guides

Overview Lavender can be grown in East Texas with careful attention to drainage, airflow, and sunlight. While our humidity poses a challenge, choosing the right variety and planting technique makes success possible. Light Requirements Lavender needs full sun with a minimum 6 hours daily. Morning to mid-afternoon light is ideal. Avoid planting lavender in shade or overly humid areas. Soil & Planting Lavender must have well-draining, slightly alkaline soil. Amend…
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Overview Marigolds are one of the easiest and most rewarding annuals for East Texas gardeners. With their vibrant blooms and classic appeal, marigolds make a cheerful addition to flowerbeds, and container arrangements. These tough, sun-loving plants thrive in our hot climate and bloom from spring until frost. Light Requirements Marigolds thrive in full sun, needing at least 6 hours of direct light daily. More sun encourages stronger stems and a…
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Overview Mexican Heather, aka Mexican False Lavender, or (Cuphea hyssopifolia) is a low-growing, evergreen perennial with delicate, lavender-like flowers and fine, airy foliage. Though not a true lavender, this plant offers year-round texture and color in the East Texas landscape. It makes an excellent ground cover or border plant and is highly attractive to pollinators. Light Requirements Cuphea hyssopifolia prefers full sun to partial shade. It performs best with morning…
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