As winter wanes, vibrant native trees like the Eastern redbud, white flowering dogwood, and black cherry promise stunning blooms that attract wildlife and pollinators. These seasonal colors mark the return of life, offering sustenance to bees, birds, and humans alike. Celebrate nature by planting these beauties in your yard!
The redbay ambrosia beetle, first spotted in Georgia in 2002, spreads laurel wilt, a lethal tree disease affecting laurel family trees. Though there is no cure, community awareness and action can help our healthy trees and vital species like the Palamedes Swallowtail Butterfly. Together, we can protect the woods in The Woodlands!
Learn about two trees on the trail that are featured in this year’s Arbor Day Tree Giveaway. When choosing between Willow Oak and Shumard Oak, there are many factors to consider, such as size, growing conditions, and physical appearance. Willow Oak suits smaller, moist areas and grows quickly, while Shumard Oak thrives in larger spaces with well-drained soil, providing lasting shade and vibrant fall colors. Both enhance local wildlife and enrich landscapes effectively. Read on to choose which oak is best suited for your yard!
The white prickly poppy, a native Texas plant, boasts large white flowers and thorny stems. It’s a valuable food source for wildlife and supports local pollinators. Thriving in sandy, gravely soil, it’s drought-tolerant and low-maintenance. Planting new seeds annually is recommended, and its incorporation into landscapes is essential for ecological preservation. Embrace this beautiful native plant in your garden and contribute to the community’s green spaces.
The clover is key part of celebration on St. Patrick’s Day as a symbol of Irish culture. Frequently seen in The Woodlands Township, clover provides erosion control, nitrogen fixation, and supports insect populations, making it a valuable addition to landscapes.
Adding an oak tree to your yard can bring numerous benefits. Discover whether the majestic white oak or the versatile Nuttall oak would be right for your site. Planting a native oak creates a thriving habitat that attracts birds and other wildlife, and supports local caterpillars which turn into beautiful butterflies and moths. Whether in your yard or on the trail, enjoy the beauty and benefits of these magnificent oaks that will be available at the 2024 Arbor Day Tree Giveaway in January!
It’s Fall! Time for cool mornings and pumpkin spice everything. And, while nothing says fall like fallen leaves, sometimes they can feel like a bombardment. If you’re thinking there’s got to be a better way to deal with those leaves than hauling bag after bag to the curb, you’re right. Here are three things to
The dreaded brown lawn. Well, we haven’t seen rain in weeks and temps are in the triple digits.
The lawn must need more water, right?
Don’t grab the hose just yet. Lawns don’t need as much water as you might think.
Find out what simple steps will create a beautiful and healthy lawn in the latest article from the Environmental Services Department.
Are you looking for a plant that is easy to grow, saves water and can handle the heat?
Sounds like Wedelia texana might be the right plant for you.
Get to know this native plant in the latest article from The Woodlands Township Environmental Services Department.
Registration is still open for the upcoming Watershed Project: Aquatics Invasives Workshop.
Learn about common aquatic invasive plants, simple actions to keep waterways clean and how to register for this workshop in this article from The Woodlands Township Environmental Services Department.
