Meet Andy. Andy is a Woodlands resident making small changes to his yard that are yielding big results. From saving time, water and money to growing valuable resources for wildlife and a healthier lawn, Andy is sharing tips and tricks that you can do too!
Growing more than 6’ tall, giant coneflowers add a pop of color to any garden. These oversized beauties attract a variety of pollinators, are low maintenance and disease resistant. Learn more about these native plants and plan to add to your fall garden.
Upright, showy blue to purple bell shaped blooms set this Texas native apart. Found on prairies across Texas, this once prevalent flower thrives near creek beds, streams and rain gardens. Read on for more about this pollinator magnet that blooms all summer starting in June.
Vibrant violet-blue blooms set this Texas native apart. Thriving in nearly any growing condition—including shade—makes this a great choice for any yard. Read on for more about this honeybee magnet that blooms for months starting this month.
Contrary to popular myth, there is only one native vegetable from America. And it’s as pretty in the garden as it is on your dinner table.
Showy yellow daisy-like flowers that draw in hummingbirds, butterflies, and native bees makes this low maintenance native a great addition to any garden. Discover how to grow oxeye sunflower (Heliopsis helianthoides) for water-wise blooms all summer long on impressive plants reaching 3 to 6 feet tall.
A little water-sipper of a plant, Wedelia texana proves that—even in the middle of a Texas summer—gardeners can have their cake and eat it too! After many spring flowers and gardeners have languished from the heat, this easy-care shrub continues to bloom in an airy bouquet of sweet daisy-like flowers through summer and into fall.
