The Ellis County Master Gardener Association supports Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service in the community through our annual Expo, numerous horticultural classes, speaking engagements, monthly newsletter, and our community and learning gardens. Check out what you should be working on in the garden this month.
December In The Garden - “It’s December” … What needs to be done PLANTING Plant berry-producing trees and shrubs to add winter color to your landscape. Choices include possumhaw and yaupon holly, Carolina buckthorn, rusty... Read More →Here are a few things we are working on:
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December In The Garden - “It’s December” … What needs to be done PLANTING Plant berry-producing trees and shrubs to add winter color to your landscape. Choices include possumhaw and yaupon holly, Carolina buckthorn, rusty... Read More →
Pumpkin Fun - Pumpkin Facts Scientists believe that pumpkins originated in North America about 9000 years ago. The
oldest pumpkin seeds have been found in Mexico and date back to somewhere between
7000-5550... Read More →
Gayfeather- Wildflower of the Month - Gayfeather, Blazing Star, Sunflower Family (Asteraceae) Liatris spp. Region: 1 through 10, (Ellis County is in Region 4)Size: 1 – 3.5 feetBlooms: August – October, Perennial Across Texas, one species... Read More →