Embrace the Beauty of Texas Superstars this Fall

Do you need help choosing plants for your landscaping needs? Are you looking to create a beautiful, low-maintenance garden that thrives in our Texas climate? Consider incorporating Texas Superstar plants into your landscape! These plants have been rigorously tested by Texas A&M AgriLife Research to ensure their superior performance in our challenging conditions.

Fall is an ideal time for planting in Texas since the cooler temperatures reduce stress on the plant’s root system leading to more rapid root growth and ultimately a healthier plant. We suggest that gardeners follow the Earth-Kind® principles when planting a Texas Superstar® or any other desirable plant.  These principles provide recommendations for plant placement, soil, spacing, water, sunlight, and maintenance requirements. Following these basic principles benefits the grower and our planet.

Fall planting must be timely and careful consideration should be made for vegetable gardening that takes into account the number of days from seed/transplant to harvest and the possibility of an early frost. Prior to planting, the soil should be prepped with compost and the seeds (or transplant) should be added to moist soil in a location that meets the minimum sun requirements.

Depending on the air temperature and the number of hours of sunlight, you might need to provide protection with shade cloth for new plant additions.  The application of mulch should follow the 2-2-2 rule:   2 inches high, 2 inches away from the stem of the plant, and 2 times per year.