Greetings from Gardens for Texas

Happy New Year to our clients, friends and family. 

We look forward to creating beautiful landscapes 

with you in the coming year.

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• Gardens for Texas has consistently been included in the 20 top firms in the Dallas area.

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January

• Freeze Prevention — read our blog article

• Apply mulch around trees and shrubs to insulate roots.

• Prune dormant trees (oaks, crepe myrtles) to shape and remove dead wood.

• Check irrigation systems — winter is the time to repair leaks before spring demand.

February

• Prepare soil with compost for spring planting.

• Plant cool-season annuals like pansies and cabbage for late-winter color.

Winter Watering Wisdom

• Grass and many native plants are dormant, so reduce watering frequency.

• Water only during prolonged dry spells to prevent stress.

Salvia greggii (Autumn Sage) 

🌿 Why it’s ideal: 

A hardy, drought-tolerant perennial that blooms in vibrant reds, pinks, and purples even in cooler months.

🌿 Benefits: 

Attracts pollinators like hummingbirds and butterflies.

Thrives in Dallas clay soils.

Requires minimal water once established.

🌿 Care tips:

Light pruning in late winter encourages fresh spring growth.

Plant in full sun for best flowering.

Excellent for borders, beds, or containers.

• Plan now, schedule now. Get a jump start on the busy Spring season.

• We are experts in landscape design, xeriscape water-friendly concepts and organic gardening concepts.

• Stay tuned for our March–April e-newsletter featuring spring blooms and pollinator-friendly plants.

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