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Step into the wild heart of Texas, and you’ll find a world where native prairies sway in the wind, painted with the color of ...

If you're an organic gardener, Texas-style, a trip to Cedar Hill will ... And, if it's a backyard water garden or pond you're wanting to fill with plants, the folks here will tell you whether ...

Texas has eight plant hardiness zones, ranging from the cold-hardy northwestern Panhandle to the warmer southern regions.