Care Guides

Pesto-type basil is a group of basil varieties selected for the large, flavorful leaves commonly used to make pesto, sauces, salads, and other dishes. These basils are generally forms or selections of Ocimum basilicum and are among the easiest culinary herbs to grow from seed. Basil is a warm-season annual in East Texas. It grows rapidly in warm weather and can provide a continuous harvest when plants are regularly harvested….
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Mandarin lemon balm is a fragrant herb that combines the easy-growing nature of traditional lemon balm with a pleasant citrus aroma reminiscent of mandarin oranges. The variety commonly sold as ‘Mandarina’ is an open-pollinated selection of Melissa officinalis and grows as a perennial herb. Mandarin lemon balm is useful for teas, fresh salads, garnishes, and fragrant herb gardens. It also produces small white flowers that are attractive to bees and…
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Plumeria rubra, commonly called plumeria or frangipani, is a tropical flowering plant famous for highly fragrant flowers. In East Texas it is best grown as a container plant so it can be protected from winter cold. Quick Care Guide Light: Full sunSoil: Fast-draining soilWater: Moderate during active growth; reduce during dormancyFertilizer: Feed during active growthPruning: Late winter or early springBest Use: Patio containers, tropical gardensCold Tolerance: Protect from freezing weather…
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