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Chrysanthemum Donations – Free Mums for a Good Cause

Gen1 Greenhouse is proud to be giving away our last mums of the year for our community’s churches, non-profits, schools, and widows. If you know an individual or organization that would benefit from free mums this November, then please reach out to Caleb Jones at +1 (936) 800-7350 to schedule a pickup while availability lasts. There is no cost to you. Please help us as we help our community.Gen1 Greenhouse…
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How to Grow Ferns in East Texas

Introduction Ferns (Division: Pteridophyta) represent one of the oldest lineages of vascular plants, thriving in moist, shaded habitats worldwide. East Texas, characterized by its humid subtropical climate, acidic sandy soils, and abundant rainfall (typically 45–55 inches annually), provides a favorable environment for both native and ornamental fern species. However, successful cultivation requires attention to shade management, moisture balance, and soil organic content. 1. Recommended Fern Species for East Texas Below are species that perform reliably in…
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Fall Sale – 2025

Fall Plants

Alongside our chrysanthemum sale, we will also have a large selection of other fall favorite plants. Expect to find Texas Vitex trees, succulent arrangements, lantana, and much more! This will be our largest selection to date, so get ready! This September-October, at Gen1 Greenhouse; tell a friend! – +1 (936) 800-7350 – info@gen1greenhouse.com – 2081 FM 2713, Nacogdoches, TX 75961 –

Deer-Resistant Plants for East Texas Flowerbeds

Lantana 'Hot Blooded Red'

Protect Your Landscape Without Compromising Beauty If you live in East Texas, then you know how beautiful—yet hungry—our local deer population can be. For gardeners, this often means chewed leaves, missing flowers, and a lot of frustration. Fortunately, there are many plants that deer tend to avoid, allowing you to enjoy a thriving flowerbed without constant worry. Below is a region-specific list of deer-resistant plants for East Texas, grouped by light preference…
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Memorial Day Sale!

Marigold, Salvia

Get ready for our biggest sale of the year! In honor of Memorial Day, and the tax-free weekend for plant products, from May 23rd-25th the greenhouse will be open with our largest selection of plants you have seen yet. We will have things such as: Salvia, Lantana, Hanging Baskets, Indoor plants, Succulents, and so much more. Not to mention, by simply visiting the sale, you can be entered to win…
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The Lord’s Blessings

The Lord has truly blessed us this year with beautiful weather, loyal customers, and substantial growth in both our plants and the business. I am so thankful to be able to share our blessings with this community, and our supporting customers like you. Stay tuned for updates throughout this year, because we have big plans! Happy gardening, and may we all have a blessed year.