Submitted by Greg Grant

“Texans are Nuts about Pecans” By Greg Grant

November 21, 2023 - In Texas, it seems like everyone has a soft spot for pecans. It should be a law. After all, it's our state tree. Don't ask me why it's named after Illinois – I've often wondered that myself.

“Falling for Colorful Foliage” By Greg Grant

November 14, 2023 - As our blistering, dry summer says goodbye and the air takes on a crisp, invigorating quality, we look forward to the gradual transformation of our trees in East Texas. Each year can be very different in the quality and the timing, but the transition from the lush gr

“Sweet Olives are Heaven Scent” By Greg Grant

This giant sweet olive marks a grave in St. Francisville, Louisiana.

Smith County Master Gardeners Celebrate 25th Bulb Conference and Sale

Locally adapted bulbs farmed in East Texas will be available at this year’s Bulbs to Blooms conference.

Growing Daffodils, Jonquils, and Narcissus in East Texas By Greg Grant

Properly selected daffodils, jonquils, and narcissus provide spring beauty each year.

Time to Plant Cabbage by Greg Grant

Cabbage transplants should be set out now.

"Autumn Has Arrived" by Greg Grant

Oxblood lilies bloom all over Texas with the first hint of fall weather after school starts.

“Watering Shade Trees During a Drought” by Greg Grant

Many shade trees have suffered during the 2023 drought and need deep soaking.

“Smith County Master Gardeners Celebrate 25th” byGreg Grant

From Bulbs to Blooms Conference and Sale

“Landscaping for Energy Conservation” by Greg Grant

Standard sized crapemyrtles shade the front walls and windows of this East Texas home.

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