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Brazoria County Master Gardeners

Association Presents 21st Annual Spring Sale

Saturday March 2, 2019

9:00 am — 12:00 pm B.E.E.S.

Brazoria County Environmental Education Station 799 E Hospital Drive Corner of Hospital Drive/CR 171 Angleton, TX 77515

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Brazoria County Heirloom Extension Office Stephen Brueggerhoff, CEA Texas Native & Adapted Plants 21017 CR 171 Angleton, TX 77515 979-864-1558 Summer Vegetables

http://txmg.org/brazoria For more information call: 979-864-1558

Educational programs of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service are open to all people withoutVisit regard us to race, online: , religion, http://txmg.org/brazoria/ sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. The Texas A&M University System, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts of Texas Cooperating

http://brazoria.agrilife.or The Brazoria County Master Gardener Association (BCMG) is affiliated with Texas A & M AgriLife Extension Service. We are a 501c3 organization under IRS statutes. Monies collected from this sale support educational programming and the Brazoria Environmental Education Station (B.E.E.S.) education and demonstration garden, located at the corner of Hospital Drive and CR 171. The garden is open to the public on Tuesday and Friday mornings from 8 am-12pm. Special topic programs are offered on various dates for public attendance and are advertised on our Facebook page, through the Brazoria County AgriLife Extension Horticulture website and in local newspapers. Demonstration bed themes include herbs, native plants, Texas Superstars, organics, vegetables, roses, tropicals and more. BCMG makes every effort to provide the public with information on plants offered. Other than assuring the public that we offer plants sources from licensed nurseries, BCMG cannot assure garden success. The contents of this brochure utilize multiple resources from leading agricultural universities, Texas and other state and national organizations. Past demand and individual interviews after each years’ sale help us determine plant volume and select new varieties offered. We thank you for your patronage and support!

Brazoria County Master Gardener Board Plant Sale Program Planning Team Jim Verboon—President Co-chairs: Sandy Shanks, Jim Verboon. Ruth Mary Ruthe Miller—1st Vice President and August Aimone, Dana Arnold, Tom Biegel, Neil Newton—Second Vice President Ray Michalek, Michael Mayfield, Linda Ulmer, Rebecca Snyder—Treasurer Wagner, Carole Wenny, Lisa Woods August Aimone—Secretary In thanks to Brazoria County Master Gardener members for plant donations and service!

Do you have questions about your home landscape or plants? Call the Brazoria County AgriLife Extension office and answers to all your basic gardening questions

Phone: 979-864-1558 Email: [email protected]

Websites: http://txmg.org/brazoria/ http://brazoria.agrilife.org/

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Stephen Brueggerhoff Program Advisor, Brazoria County AgriLife Extension Horticulture Agent

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Contents

Annuals & Perennials ...... 3 Bulbs, Corms and Tubers ...... 5 Texas Superstars & Texas Natives ...... 6 Roses...... 8 Tropicals and Succulents ...... 8 Trees ...... 10 Fruit Trees ...... 10 Herbs ...... 11 Vegetables ...... Error! Bookmark not defined. Reference: Soil Tips ...... 11 Fertilization Tips ...... 11 Online Resources...... 12 Texas Master Gardeners: Making a Difference ...... 13

Annuals & Perennials Agapanthus, Lily of the Nile (Agapanthus africanus) – Agapanthus is a landscape staple in warm winter regions. This easy-to-grow perennial produces colorful globes of or trumpet-shaped flowers in summer and fall. Evergreen strap-like leaves add texture to beds, borders and containers. Plant in full , well-drained soil and water regularly to keep plant moist. Spreads to 3’ wide in clumps and should be divided. Airplane Plant, variegated or (Chlorophytum comosum) – This plant is grown for its variegated foliage. Blooms in late winter and early spring with small, inconspicuous white flowers. It likes part sun in moist, well-draining soil and is gorgeous in hanging baskets. All parts of this plant are poisonous if ingested. Barleria (Barleria sp.) - Beautiful flowers blooming late spring through the summer. Plant in sun to partial shade and provide moderate water. Grows from 4-6 feet tall. This plant can become aggressive and best to separate from other plantings. Bleeding Heart, and white (Dicentra spectabilis) – Twining climber with heart- shaped leaves and panicles of solid red or white “hearts” with a drop of red at the tip of each flower. Blooms all summer in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. May go dormant and return in the spring. Bottlebrush (Calistemon sp.) – Named for its distinctive flowers, evergreen with bright red flower spikes that are reminiscent of a bottle washer. Often sold as a , and can grow as a tree up to 25 feet in height. When in flower, attracts hummingbirds. Mexican Butterfly Vine (Mascagnia macroptera) - Clusters of dainty flowers on this frost tender perennial vine from spring to fall. The seedpods form ‘wings’,

3 | P a g e unfolding to resemble butterflies. In mild winters, the vine will retain its gloss green foliage. It will die back and re-sprout in spring after a cold winter. Calibrachoa, , terracotta (Petunia sp.) - Tender perennial producing flowers that look like small petunias. Compact, mounded plants growing 3 to 9-inches tall on mostly trailing stems. Also called million bells, prolific bloomers producing hundreds of 1-inch wide flowers from spring to frost. Flower of different varieties can include and terracotta. Confederate Rose (Hibiscus mutabilis) – Old-fashioned perennial or shrub. Flowers are double and are to 6-inches in diameter; open white or and change to deep red by evening. Full sun or partial shade, prefers rich, well-drained soil. May freeze in winter and will grow back in spring. Vine (Antigonon leptopus) – A popular pass-along plant, fast growing deciduous vine with dark green foliage and bright pink flowers from late summer through fall. Prefers sun or shade. Can reach 20-30-feet tall, 10-20-feet wide. Drought tolerant. Vigorous growth may warrant growing in containers. Dianthus, Amazon series: ‘Neon Duo’, ‘Neon Purple’ (Dianthus x barbatus) – All from the Amazon hybrid series, these annuals are taller than other dianthus, growing from 18 to 36-inches. Although relatively tall, full-grown plants are not leggy. The flowers form an almost-solid layer over the plants, and flowers stalks at the edge of a planting tend to bend over creating a full appearance. Space plants 12 to 16-inches apart for best show. Plant in the fall, and they will bloom through the fall and intermittently during the winter and then put on a traffic-stopping display of colorful flowers from late February or March though late May or early June. Excellent heat tolerance means they generally bloom reliably well into early summer. Dutchman’s Pipe (Aristolochia sp.) – Easily grown in average to medium, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Prefers rich, moist soils. Intolerant of dry soils. Vining with hairy stems and leaves. Blooms in spring to early summer. Commonly called Dutchman's pipe from unusual, 2-inch long, yellowish-green, curved-trumpet flowers (each flaring at the calyx mouth to form three brownish-purple lobes) superficially resemble Dutch smoking pipes. Larval plant for the pipevine swallowtail butterfly. Firecracker Plant, red and (Russelia equisetiformis) – Multi-branching evergreen with 4-5-foot long arching stems that have very small scale-like leaflets. Spring through fall branch tips produce bright red tubular flowers. Prefers morning sun, afternoon shade in well-drained soil with regular watering. It may freeze to the ground in harsh winters but returns in early spring. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Firespike, red, yellow (Odontonema tubaeforme) – Firespike are an evergreen perennial with large, glossy, dark green foliage and red tubular flowers, growing 4-6-feet tall and 24 to 40-inches wide. It likes full sun and average water. Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. Firespike, (Odontonema cuspidatum) – Native to Mexico and Panama, Small, shrubby plants 4 to 6-ft tall, producing clusters of 3-inch-long, tubular red flowers. They attract hummingbirds and several of butterflies as a nectar resource. Firespike makes a great anchor when massed at the back of a garden bed. Ice Plant, regular and variegated (Delosperma cooperi) - Vibrant red-, two-inch blooms cover the fleshy green foliage throughout the warm season. Heat, drought and

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Jacobina, red ( sp.); Pink Brazilian Plume () - A greenhouse favorite since the early nineteenth century when raised in Victorian conservatories. From late spring to fall, they bloom continuously in spectacular clusters of tubular flowers that range in shades of pale to dark pink. Large, rosy plumes help attract hummingbirds.; Golden Plume () - Evergreen shrub grows from 4 to 8-ft tall and to 3-ft wide. Native to Mexico and Central America. Erect, tubular, bright yellow flowers in terminal torch-like plumes bloom in summer atop flower stems rising from the dark green ovate leaves.; Flame (Justicia chrysostephana) – Similar in stature to Golden Plume, with bright orange plumed flowers atop long stems. Mexican Honeysuckle () - Happy hummingbirds will visit your garden for this outstanding performer. This plant likes dappled or partial shade and is deer resistant. It will grow up to 3-feet tall and will benefit from an occasional deep watering during drought. Prune in late winter; if there is a hard freeze, prune after the last freeze date for your area. Porterweed, blue (Stachytarpheta urticifolia) – Native to Asia. Native to Asia, often confused with naturalized/native species. Dark green leaves and noticeably quilted on upper surface. Small flowers, dark blue and white centers. Upright, shrubby growth to 5- ft high. Individual flowers last for only a day. Full sun. Plants self-sow readily. Shrimp Plant, orange, red and ‘ Sorbet’ (Justicia sp.) – Plants grow in many stemmed clumps with oval, light green leaves with bracts that hold many tiny flowers similar in shape and texture of a gulf shrimp. Plant in part shade in well-drained soil. Likes humidity but don’t keep its feet wet. Blooms continuously providing lots of texture to the garden. Sword Fern (Polystichum munitum) – Native to forests of the Northwestern U.S. Robust, reliable and virtually maintenance-free. They put up with difficult soil and manage to keep up appearances even in hot, dry weather. Their deep green, leathery fronds are attractive year-round. Partial to full shade and fertile, well-drained soil. Trim off the oldest fronds each spring. Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow (Brunfelsia sp.) – Nice additional to the landscape, this shrub is grown for profuse blooms that open deep violet, then changing to light violet and then white is a span of three days. Can grow up to 6-ft tall and wide. Bulbs, Corms and Tubers Crinum Lily, white-pink, (Crinum sp.) – Plant in sun or light shade in wet or dry soil in spring or fall. Lovely, large red flower. Pinch off the old bloom and a new one will appear, blooms spring through fall. Over time the clump can be divided and shared with friends. False Freesia (Freesia laxa) – Native to eastern coast and near interior of South Africa extending into eastern tropical Africa and to southern Sudan. Favors rocky habitats on the edge of bush clumps. Blooms from August to January. Most common forms are red with darker blotches flowering late spring and summer.

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Four O’Clocks, pink (Mirabilis jalapa) – From robust tubers. Lush and bushy to 4-ft. Tubular flowers bloom in purple, white, red, yellow and striped. Their name derives from the fact that their flowers open in the late afternoon and stay open until the next morning. Popular as a fragrant plant. Also attracts hummingbirds and moths. Gladiola (Gladiolus sp.) - Available in a multitude of colors, grow between 2 to 5 ft tall. Taller varieties should be staked and placed in the back of a garden to complement shorter plants. – Crested Iris, ‘Nada’ (Iris x ‘Nada’, I. japonica) – Iris are a favorite pass-along perennial, offering seasonal flowers with striking colors. Can be grown in part shade and are more floriferous in full sun. In general, Louisiana Iris can handle saturated soils. Primary colors come in and blue. Oxblood Lily (Rhodophiala bifida) – Native to , amaryllis relative and durable bulb for southeastern gardens. Remains evergreen through the winter, goes dormant in late spring. Beginning in late summer or early fall, the 15-inch stalks arise, each topped with a cluster of stunning, -red, horizontally-facing flowers. Texas Superstars & Texas Natives Barbados Cherry (Malpighia emarginata) – Native shrub or small tree, to 6-ft. Develops thick, rounded canopy of fairly delicate foliage and brittle branches. Small pink flowers appear periodically from April to October and are followed about one month later by bright red, tart-tasting 1-inch fruits. Great food source for birds. Beautyberry (Callicarpa americana) – Texas native, prefers light shade and a moist, well-drained soil. Can grow to 6-feet tall and wide. Deciduous. Beautyberries are a food source for up to 40 species of birds! Bluebonnet (Lupinus texensis) – Texas Superstar and native annual that grows in full sun and well-drained soil to 12 inches in height. Named for the shape of the flower which resembles a pioneer women’s bonnet. Bluebonnets bloom early spring; the plant will reseed, producing a larger crop each year with good weather conditions. Brazos Penstemon/Gulf Coast Penstemon (Penstemon tenuis) – Texas native, purple blooms in spring season adorn the flower spikes like little bells. This species makes a fabulous cut flower. Tolerates poor drainage.

Brown-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) – Texas native. Cheerful bright yellow wildflower considered an annual to a short-lived perennial across its range. Daisy-like, 2 to 3-inch wide flowers with dark centers occur singly atop 2-ft stems.

Coral Honeysuckle (Lonicera sempervirens) – Twining vine grown in average, well- drained soils in full sun. Best flowering is in full sun. Best in rich soils with good drainage. Needs a support structure to grow unless allowed to sprawl as a ground cover. Prune as needed immediately after flowering. May retain some foliage (semi- evergreen) in warm winters.

Dwarf Wild/Mexican Petunia (Ruellia brittoniana) – Texas Superstar. Clusters of tall upright, dark green plants with lance–shaped leaves and bright purple, tubular flowers bloom in the hottest part of the summer. Is adapted to different soil types, makes a great

6 | P a g e border in the landscape. Can be aggressive; reseeds readily and spreads by rhizomes. To 1-foot tall. Esperanza ‘ Star’ (Tecoma stans) – Texas Superstar. Blooms much earlier than the standard Esperanza. Spectacular heat-tolerant Texas native with striking masses of golden yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers and dark green, glossy divided leaves. The Texas Superstar program rated it as highly pest resistant, healthy and suitable for mass plantings or container use. This plant is capable of growing in many soil ranges, from the slightly acidic to alkaline. May reach to 10-ft tall. Hibiscus, Texas Star (Hibiscus coccineus) – Texas native that grows 6-8-feet tall and has red flowers with 5 petals shaped like a star all summer long. It likes moist, well- drained soil and attracts butterflies. Firebush or Hummingbird Bush (Hamelia patens) – Texas Superstar. Once established, a very heat and drought tolerant evergreen shrub that grows to 3-feet in height. Blooms summer through fall with terminal clusters of tubular blossoms. Requires full sun and well-drained soil. Butterfly and hummingbird attractor. Heartleaf Skullcap (Scutellaria ovata ssp. bracteata) - Blue violet flowers with a whitish lip on 2-ft tall spikes, blooms late May to early July and spreads by tubers and rhizomes. Hairy stems and leaves give the ovate leaf blades an oily, velvety texture. Shade tolerant, will appear to die-back during winter and emerge early spring. Lantana – New Gold (Lantana camara) – Texas Superstar. New Gold is a bushy, tender perennial that grow up to 4-feet tall and wide and bloom spring through fall with beautiful clusters of small flowers in brilliant gold. They like full sun with medium water and are drought tolerant once established. Hummingbirds and butterflies love them! Milkweed, Shore or Aquatic Milkweed (Asclepias perennis) – Marsh species, narrow elliptic leaves along stems raising to 3-ft or more, flowers pink in clusters at the ends of stems Obedient Plant (Physostegia pulchella) – Native plant. Slender, upright stems carry medium green, oblong, 3 to 5-inch leaves with toothed edges and pointed tips. Dense spikes of funnel-shaped, 1-inch flowers in pink, rose, white, or top the stems. Blossoms resemble snapdragons and remain in place if pushed or twisted out of position. Long-lasting cut flowers. Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) – Texas native, easy to care for and relatively drought-tolerant plant that grows to 2’ tall. Flowers in the summer with a purple daisy-like flower that makes a great cut flower. Butterfly attractor. Deer resistant. Purple Passion Flower (Passiflora incarnata) – Native, also known as Maypop. Herbaceous vine up to 25-ft long, climbs with axillary tendrils or sprawls along the ground. Intricate and deep purple colored flower to 3-inches wide. The petals and sepals subtend a fringe of wavy or crimped, hair-like segments. Larval host for Gulf Fritillary Butterfly. Plumbago, blue, white (Plumbago auriculata) – Texas Superstar. Perennial with profuse blue flowers which thrives in Texas summers. Plant in full or part sun. Grows to 4-feet tall and 5-feet wide. Attracts butterflies. Texas Coneflower (Rudbeckia texana) – Bright golden yellow daisies measure 3 to 5- inches diameter, borne singly, or in small clusters of up 5 flowers, and are held on

7 | P a g e sturdy upright stems in summer. A rosette of large, rich dark green glossy foliage subtends the flower stalks. Prairie planting. Tropical Sage, red and pink (Salvia coccinea) - Several whorls of red flowers form an interrupted spike on a square stem. Showy southern native characterized by the loose, widely spaced nature of the flowering spike. It is found in the hot sands of the South. Pink flowering variety available as well. Salvia - Mexican Bush Sage (Salvia leucantha) - Texas Superstar. Perennial that grows into a 3-feet tall and wide clump in full sun to part shade. Likes well-drained soil and medium moisture. Blooms late summer to fall with tall spikes of bright furry-like purple flowers that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Turk’s Cap, red, ‘Sweet Lips Pink’ and ‘White Lightning’ (Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii) –Texas native and Texas Superstar. Flowering shrub that grows 3-4-feet tall and wide. Herbaceous perennial. Blooms spring through fall and likes sun to shade. Grows well in most soils and has low water requirements once established. It has small red fruit that birds and animals like. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Roses Peggy Martin Rose (Rosa sp.) – Peggy Martin, also known as the Hurricane Katrina Rose, is a vigorous climber that can easily reach 15 plus feet. It bears clusters of pink shaded flowers that occur from spring through fall. Thornless with prickles on the backs of the leaves. Blooms repeatedly spring through fall with minimal care. Very disease resistant. Plant in full sun with plenty of room to climb. Tropicals and Succulents Aloe, ‘ Gem’ (x Alworthia) - Hybrid between Aloe speciosa and Haworthia cymbiformis. This evergreen, perennial succulent generates many tight offsets, creating a large low clump. The foliage varies from green through to dark reddish- purple with the thick, triangular-conical, succulent leaves becoming darker and redder the more sun it gets. Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia juncea) – Native to southern Africa. Striking feature plant with upright cylindrical leaves without a leaf blade, growing from 3-ft in height and producing large orange or yellow flowers borne on long, cylindrical scapes from May to October. Bougainvillea (Bouganvillea sp.) – Tropical very vigorous, evergreen, woody vines with spines. Normally climbers, they can be trained to stay bushy as pot plants or in hanging baskets. Vibrant blooms on long branches. Keep all long shoots cut back to 18 – 20- inches for best bloom. The vibrant color comes not from the small white tubular flowers, but from the 3 large paper-like bracts that surround each flower. Brazilian Blue Buttonbush (Centratherum intermedium) – Native to . Serrate leaves scented of pineapple, quite showy bluish-lavender button flowers resembling tiny Canadian Thistle blossoms. Full sun, nectar food source for butterflies. Bush Clock Vine (Thunbergia erecta) – Vigorous shrub with sprawling form that often gives the plant an attractive, somewhat weepy appearance. Blossoms that are often rich, with velvety flowers all year. May reach 5-ft tall.

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Canna Lily, red, orange (Canna sp.) - The Canna Lily is a rhizomatous perennial with tropical-like foliage and large flowers that resemble that of iris. Plant in full or partial sun and provide moderate water. Over time the rhizomes should be thinned and shared with friends. Clerodendrum, ‘Cashmere Bouquet’, ‘White Candle’ (Clerodendrum sp.) – Tropical, graceful shrub grows to 7-ft, pointed narrow leaves. White fragrant flowers in pendulous, loose bouquets. Can bloom fall through spring. The Clerodendrum consists of over 450 species of trees or , sometimes climbing, native to the tropics, but mostly to the Eastern Hemisphere. Flower color depends on the species, and generally from pure white to pink. Crown of Thorns (Euphorbia milii) – Slow-growing evergreen succulent with beautiful open-faced blooms and dark green or variegated leaves. There are several species that range in size from 10-12 inches tall up to 12-24 inches tall; some with single flowers on each stem and some with clusters of flowers on their stems. Excellent container plants they like full sun and medium water. Works well in the landscape. Donkey’s Ear (Kalanchoe gastonis-bonnieri) - Fast-growing succulent with waxy coated, -spotted leaves that extend up to 20-inches long. Plantlets develop at tip of leaves which will either drop to the ground or weigh the main leaf down, so the plantlets will take root. Can be brought indoors to overwinter by placing in a sunny window and watered only when soil is thoroughly dry. Not to be confused with "Mother of Thousands" which has much smaller and more profuse plantlets. Hibiscus, ‘Hollywood’, ‘Party Girl’, ‘Bad Boy’, ‘Wild Child’, ‘Topaz Gold’, ‘Double Red’ (Hibiscus sp.) – Tropical hybrids grown and shown for their brightly colored, often- times large flowers. Can be wider in shape than tall to 3-ft. Jasmine, Maid of Orleans (Jasminum sambac) – A very fragrant variety of jasmine that adds a bit of tranquility on a windowsill in a container. This is a tropical plant that requires warm root system, optimal at ambient temps in the mid 60-F range. Let soil dry between watering. Responds well to pruning. Night-blooming Jasmine (Cestrum nocturnum) - Intoxicating tropical shrub with dense, glossy green foliage and clusters of small greenish white flowers; not particularly showy with a superbly sweet fragrance on warm summer evenings. Works well as a screen or divider. Place near outdoor living spaces where the fragrance can best be enjoyed. A frost-tender evergreen. From 8 to 10-ft tall. Rattlesnake Plant (Calathea lancifolia) - Perfect container and indoor plant. Bright green, wavy leaves striped with alternating ovals of dark green and accented by a rich purple underside. Bushy, compact growth habit. Medium to bright indirect light, shielding from direct sun. Water when the top 1 to 2-inches of soil feel dry, and mist periodically to maintain high humidity. Yellow Lollipop ( lutea) - Native to Peru. Tropical evergreen shrub that grows 2 to 6-ft tall in its native habitat. Narrow, tubular, two-lipped white flowers are partially covered by and protrude from showy, overlapping golden yellow bracts. Yellow bracts somewhat resemble the overlapping scales on a shrimp, hence the common name of shrimp plant. Although it blooms throughout the year in its native habitat, this species blooms primarily in summer. Very similar in appearance to Justicia.

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Trees Angel Trumpet, ‘Double White’ (Brugmansia x candida) – Tropical-looking small tree growing 10-feet tall and wide. Treated as a large, root hardy perennial that may freeze depending on our winter conditions. It has magnificent 12-inch trumpet-shaped blooms that hang downward; variety ‘Double White’ offers longer white flowers. Absolutely gorgeous at the back of the bed or as a major accent. It likes sun to part shade in well- draining soil. All parts of this plant are toxic. Additional Angel Trumpet: ‘Shirley Temple; ‘Pinkalicious’; ‘Summer Magic’; ‘Summer ’. Japanese Blueberry Tree (Elaeocarpus decipiens) Native to east Asia. Broad-leaved evergreen, compact form, lush growth, and elegant branching pattern makes for a specimen tree. Bronze-colored leaves emerge in spring and mature to shiny dark green. Provides orange caste to leaves toward fall. Small flowers produce interesting fruits that turn blue. Katuk (Sauropus androgynus) - Shrub from Southeast Asia. Grows 4 to 6-ft. Upright bush with multiple stems and dark green, oval shaped leaves. Blooms summer and fall. Produces purple fruit with tiny black seeds. Edible parts include the new growth, flowers, the fruit and seeds. Prefers shade; keep soil damp if in full sun. Mexican Tree (Bauhinia mexicana) – Sun or partial shade. Tropical evergreen to 12-ft tall, distinctive, sharply pointed cloven leaves. Pinkish-white ribbonlike blooms appear throughout the warm season. Usually seen as a shrub, it can form a small twining tree if sufficiently protected from cold. It may freeze to the ground in winter and returns from the roots to regain a shrub-like form by midsummer. Mexican orchid tree attracts swarms of butterflies and hummingbirds to a sunny garden in summer and fall. Red Buckeye (Aesculus pavia) – Texas native, deciduous clump-forming shrub or small tree with an irregular rounded crown, slowly grows from 10 to 20-ft tall. Showy, erect, 4 to 10-inch long tube-shaped flowers red to orange-red in spring. Palmately compound, shiny dark green leaves are attractive in spring and early summer, usually begin to decline by August. Prefers well-draining and moderately rich soils. Flowers are attractive to migratory hummingbirds. Texas Ebony Tree (Ebenopsis ebano) – Texas native. A thorny shrub up to a medium- sized 40-ft tall tree and trunk to 2 feet in diameter. Thick, spreading branches that form a dense, dark green crown of foliage. A dense, cylindrical spike of flowers, 1.5-inches long, light yellow or cream-colored, fragrant, blooming from June to August. Nectar source for butterflies. Yellow Candlestick (Cassia fistula) - Small to medium-sized tree that typically grows 30-40-feet tall, upright form often open at the top. It is native to , Malaysia and Southeast Asia. It is well-known for producing a show-stopping bloom of yellow flowers in May-June/July. Also, variety ‘Gold’? Fruit Trees Pummelo (Citrus maxima) – Recently imported from Vietnam. White flesh, very juicy. A 7-inch fruit can fill an 8 oz glass. Most adaptable citrus to both tropical and subtropical climates; Valentine - Large size, low acidity with red pulp. Chandler - Grows vigorously to large size with pendulous branches. The fruit is large to very large and almost round with a thick yellow rind that is occasionally blushed with pink. The flesh varies in color 10 | P a g e from light pink to very dark pink depending upon where it is grown. Fruits mature early and the flavor is pleasant and sweet. Herbs and Vegetables Fernleaf Dill, Garlic Chives, Greek Oregano, Mexican Tarragon, Scallions (multiplying), Spearmint

Yellow Straightneck Squash, Dark Green Zucchini, Marketmore Cucumbers

Bell Peppers: Chili Peppers: Admiral Yellow Belle Jalapeno Early Cajun Belle Jalapeno Mild California Wonder Bell Long Red Cayenne Cubanelle Serrano Giant Chinese Bell Sweet Banana Peppers Giant Marconi Tabasco

Tomato: Arkansas Traveler – Heirloom Cherry Drops Beefsteak Large Red Cherry Big Beef Martha Washington Black Krim Paisano Black Prince Roma Brandywine - Heirloom San Marzano Bush Early Girl Striped German Cherokee Purple - Heirloom Sun Gold Delicious Tiren German Johnson - Heirloom Reference: Soil Tips Calculating the Amount of Soil or Compost Needed for a Project: 1. Multiply area length x width = square feet 2. Multiply square feet by depth = number of yards; L X W = Sq. Ft x Depth = Cubic Yards

Depth Factors: 1 inch depth = .003125 6 inch depth = 01875 2 inch depth = .00625 8 inch depth = .025 3 inch depth = .009375 12 inch depth = .0375 Fertilization Tips Decisions for fertilizer application for any planting should always be based on available nutrients, pH and texture in the soil profile. Sending a soil sample to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Soil, Water and Forage Testing Laboratory

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Note: On all fertilizer/plant food products, N, P, K are always listed in order- nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. Example: 10-10-10; 10 = nitrogen, 10 = phosphorus, 10 = potassium. Online Resources Brazoria County Master Gardeners Association: txmg.org/brazoria/ Brazoria County MG Facebook: facebook.com/brazoriacountymastergardeners/ Texas A&M AgriLife Aggie Horticulture: aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu Texas A&M AgriLife Earth-Kind®: earthkind.tamu.edu Texas A&M AgriLife Soil Testing: soiltesting.tamu.edu/ Texas A&M AgriLife Plant Disease Diagnostic Laboratory: plantclinic.tamu.edu/ Texas A&M AgriLife Plant Disease Handbook: plantdiseasehandbook.tamu.edu/ Texas A&M AgriLife Beneficial Insects: citybugs.tamu.edu/

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Texas Master Gardeners: Making a Difference Who are Texas Master Gardeners? Texas Master Gardeners are members of the local community who take an active interest in the culture of lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers and gardens. They are passionate plant ambassadors, offering sound horticultural advice to our local communities and beyond. Texas Master Gardeners take specialized training from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, expanding their knowledge base to assist a broad and diverse audience. In exchange for their training, Texas Master Gardeners contribute service to the community as volunteers, working through their county Texas A&M AgriLife Extension office to provide horticultural-related information and educational programs.

Is the Master Gardener Program for Me? To help you decide if you should apply to be a Master Gardener, ask yourself these questions: • Do I want to learn more about the culture and maintenance of many types of plants? • Am I eager to participate in a practical and intensive training program? • Do I look forward to sharing my knowledge with people in my community? • Do I have enough time to attend training, complete the volunteer service requirement, and to continue volunteering in order to support the organization in providing horticultural education to the community?

If you answered yes to these questions, the Master Gardener program could be for you!

To learn more about the Texas Master Gardener program in Brazoria County, visit http://txmg.org/brazoria/ or call 979-864-1393 to speak with Stephen Brueggerhoff, Brazoria County Horticulture Agent.

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MAP OF SPRING PLANT SALE AT BEES GARDEN CENTER

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Hospital Drive

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