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Across the world the marigold flower holds powerful symbolism, and it has become a part of many cultural celebrations throughout its painted history. This member of the daisy family, also known as Tagetes erecta or the Mexican marigold, are native to North America, despite the marigolds we love and know often being referred to as […]
Does it pain you to think that you’ll carve a pumpkin into a jack-o-lantern in the coming days, only to watch it disintegrate and end up getting tossed? There are a number of ways your pumpkin can live on! -Are you composting? Toss your jack-o-lantern onto the mass! You might even end up with a […]
Nothing symbolizes Halloween like the jack-o’-lantern. Its bulbous shape, carved by the hand of its own unique creator glows from porch fronts and window sills only one night each year. Carving the pumpkin has become the ritual for many households on Halloween night, and whether “Jack” is warm and inviting or downright scary, it is […]
Working with shade is a part of our lives as gardeners, especially for those of us living in the city. We’re restricted to the amount of space we have and need to tap into creative ways to grow our own organic produce. Some backyards are blessed with huge trees and consistent dappled shade throughout the […]
The striking foliage of crotons is synonymous with the coming of the Fall season in Houston. Porches can be seen dotted with groups of chrysanthemums, crotons and pumpkins in celebration of the arrival of Fall. Their variegated leaves with warm electric colors of red, yellow, green and orange provide an authentic fall palette and lend […]
