Submitted by Greg Grant

"Leave the Weeds Bee" by Greg Grant

Native and introduced “weeds” are critical sources of pollen and nectar for early season bees and butterflies.

Crapemyrtles have a beautiful natural shape and require little to no pruning.

“Irish” potatoes are easy and productive if planted now.

Orient pears are highly productive in East Texas.

East Texas is once again dealing with winter freeze damage on plants.

Only certain cultivars of pears are long-lived and fruitful in East Texas.

Topped trees are unsightly, unhealthy, and dangerous in the future.

Lawn weeds will be among the many topics addressed at the East Region AgriLife Expo.

Flowering dogwoods are beautiful in the fall as well as the spring.