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TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE l GALVESTON COUNTY OFFICE 4102-B Main Street (FM 519) l La Marque, Texas 77568 l 281.309.5065 l aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/galveston/index.htm

Saturday, February 17, 2018Galveston County Fairgrounds l Hwy 6 l Hitchcock, TX

Galveston County Master Gardeners

SPRINGPLANT SALE20

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Limited Wagons Available,You Are Welcome To Bring Your Own

Spring Vegetables, Flowers, "Texas Tough" Perennials, Citrus & Fruit Trees, Bulbs, and more!

Seminar&Craft Sale

8 am Educational Seminar Ed Pickett Hall

9 am Plant Sale Rodeo Arena

1pm Close

Galveston County Master Gardeners

For a complete list of plants visit aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/galveston/index.htm

https://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/galveston/index.html

PERENNIALS & GARDEN COLOR Section 1, 2, 3, Plant Numbers 1- 66 and at the perennial tables

FRUIT & CITRUS TREES Sections 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 Plant Numbers 67-157

HERBS Can be found at the herb tables

VEGETABLES Can be found at the vegetable tables

BULBS Can be found at the bulb tables

PLUMERIA Can be found at the Plumeria tables

MG GROWN Can be found at the MG Grown tables

Be sure to visit our Garden Fun crafts booth

Index for Plants & Descriptions Perennials.…….……………………………………………. 1-9 Fruit & Citrus Trees….………………………………….. 10-17 Herbs……….…………………………………………………. 18-22 Vegetables…………………………………………………. 23-28 Bulbs……….………………………………………………….. 29-35 MG Grown Plants.………………………………………. 36-37

Note on Average Annual Chill Hours:

Dickinson - 300 hours, plus or minus 100

Galveston, Texas City, Bolivar - 200 hours

North of Interstate 10, see local Extension Office for chill hours

In order to produce certain fruits in the La Marque area, ideally we need 300 chill hours, plus or minus

100. In some years we may reach 500 chill hours in which case the 450 to 500 chill-hour fruits will

produce fruit, and in other years they would not. In those years, there would be little or no fruit

production. However, 450 chill hours would do well in North Houston and beyond.

The Texas Superstar™ designation is for those plants recognized by Texas A&M horticulturists in statewide trials as performers throughout the State of Texas.

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GALVESTON COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS’

2018 SPRING PLANT SEMINAR AND SALE List of fruit trees, vegetables, and perennials available on February 17, 2018

Perennial Garden Color Page 1

TEXAS TOUGH PERENNIALS FOR YOUR GARDENS

# 1 Abelia, Sunburst Abelia (Abelia sp.). Semi- evergreen shrub with small leaves. Prune to shape. Attracts

birds, butterflies, and bees. Plant in sun to part shade, well drained soil. Drought tolerant once established.

**** Angel Wing Begonia ‘Lana’ (Begonia ‘Lana’). Cane variety grows up to 24” Great for containers.

Greyish green variegation runs the whole width and breadth of the wings. Grow in partial sun to shade, keep

soil moist but well-drained.

**** Angel Wing Begonia 'Miss Mummy' (Begonia 'Miss Mummy'). Cane heirloom variety grows up to 24”.

Grow in partial sun to shade, keep soil moist but well drained. Also great for containers.

**** Angel Wing Begonia 'Sophia' (Begonia x Hiemalis ‘Sophia’). Compact tender cane perennial can grow

up to 24”. Plant in shade with well drained soil. Great for containers.

# 2 Asian Jasmine , Salsa (Trachelospermum asiaticum 'Salsa'). Dark green leaves mixed with orange, red

and yellow variegation. Great in mass plantings or can be planted as a replacement for grass in low/no traffic

areas. It doesn’t require as much sunlight as grass, so it is also perfect to use around trees. Grow in morning

sun to shade, well-drained soil.

# 3 Asian Jasmine, Snow in Summer (Trachelospermum asiaticum). Pink and white new leaves continually

emerge over green older leaves. An evergreen groundcover that reaches 8 to 10 inches tall by 24 to 30 inches

wide. The pink and white new growth is most intense in full sun. Plant in full sun to partial shade, well drained

soil. Drought tolerant once established.

# 4 Azalea, Arabesk Azalea (Rhododendron 'Arabesk'). Large, deep-red flowers come out in profusion from

mid-April until May. Dark green evergreen foliage with burgundy red shades in autumn and winter, changing

back to green before it starts flowering. A slow growing compact shrub great for containers. Plant in part

shade, well-drained soil.

# 5 Azalea, Butterfly Azalea (Rhododendron 'Koromo Shikibu'). This is an evergreen azalea. The leaves may

turn reddish-purple during the fall and this is considered normal. Beautiful and unique spidery lavender

flowers absolutely cover this semi-dwarf evergreen shrub in mid-spring.

# 6 Azalea, Hampton Beauty Azalea (Rhododendron ‘Hampton Beauty’). Evergreen variety with a compact

habit. Offers oval, lush green leaves. Easy to grow. 5 x 5 foot tall and wide; slow growing shrub. Plant in part

sun, filtered shade, or morning sun. Well drained, moist soil

# 7 Azalea, Midnight Flare Azalea (Rhododendron 'Midnight Flare’). Stunning clusters of tomato-orange

trumpet-shaped flowers at the ends of the branches in mid spring. It has dark green foliage which emerges

light green in spring. The glossy oval leaves remain dark green through the winter.




# 8 Banana Shrub (Michelia fuscata). Fragrant, creamy-yellow blooms shaded with purple have a

banana-like scent. Compact densely branched shrub displays narrow, glossy leaves. Use near the front of

borders, so fragrance can be enjoyed. Slow growing to 6 to 10 ft. tall and wide. Needs regular watering -

weekly, or more often in extreme heat.

# 9 Bottlebrush, Hannah Ray (Callistemon viminalis 'Hannah Ray'). Beautiful as a specimen or when used

as a hedge. Aromatic, normally evergreen small tree with soft, feathery, apple-green foliage on limbs with a

slightly weeping form. Long spring blooming cycle with large bright red bottlebrush flowers. Averages 10'-12'

tall. Sun and good drainage. A hummingbird magnet!!!

# 10 Bottlebrush, Little John (Callistemon ‘Little John’). Evergreen shrub, 3-5’ tall by 6-8’ wide rounded

mound with narrow 3” long bluish gray-green leaves and flowers of blood-red bristle-like stamens that appear

throughout the year. Drought tolerant once established. Hardy to 20-25°F. Full sun, low water needs.

**** Bougainvillea. Vigorous evergreen vine with vibrant bracts surrounding tiny white tubular flowers.

Flowers periodically throughout the year in warmer areas with a heavier bloom in winter. Plant in full sun,

drought tolerant once established. A variety of colors will be available plus the named varieties below.

**** Bougainvillea, Flame (Bougainvillea sp. ‘Flame Red’). Vigorous evergreen vine with orange-red bracts

surrounding tiny white tubular flowers. Flowers periodically throughout the year in warmer areas with a

heavier bloom in winter. Plant in full sun, drought tolerant once established. Grows 4-6’ tall, prune in Spring to

desired shape.

**** Bougainvillea, Ruby. Vigorous evergreen vine with Ruby colored bracts surrounding tiny white tubular

flowers. Flowers periodically throughout the year in warmer areas with a heavier bloom in winter. Plant in full

sun, drought tolerant once established. Very little care is needed for this dwarf variety. 4–6 feet tall.

**** Bougainvillea, Sharon Wesley (Bougainvillea X ‘Sharon Wesley’). Vigorous evergreen vine with reddish

orange bracts that mature to bright reddish pink surrounding white tubular flowers. Flowers begin from late

Spring into Fall. Plant in full sun, drought tolerant once established. Very little care is needed for this plant.

Can grow to 30 feet. Prune to develop shape.

# 11 Bromeliad, Matchstick (Aechmea gamosepala). This winter blooming bromeliad comes from Brazil. Its

blooms are thick bristles of purplish-pink bracts tipped with iridescent blue bead-like flowers. After flowering,

the spike turns dark pink and holds for weeks. It will grow in shady corners or even places where there is

hardly any soil. It can form an attractive, low-maintenance groundcover as it multiplies very well. Tolerates

mild frosts beautifully! Being epiphytic, it can also be grown in the fork of a tree. This is one tough bromeliad!

# 12 Bromeliad, Matchstick, Variegated (Aechmea gamosepala ‘Lucky Stripe’). Tender Perennial. Flowers

vary in color, bracts range from different shades of pink and red to maroon, tipped with petals from bluish

purple and mauve to iridescent blue. 12 – 18” plant, prefers morning sun, average water needs; drought

tolerant once established.




# 13 Buddleia, Griffin’s Blue Butterfly Bush (Buddleia davidii ‘Griffin Blue’). Rich dark blue blooms with

tangerine colored eyes. Large blooms, prolific. This variety grows 5-6' tall and wide. Great fragrance and rich in

nectar for bees, butterflies and other insects. Plant in full sun, well-drained soil.

# 14 Butterfly Weed, Mexican (Asclepias curassaivica). A root-hardy perennial which grows to 3' in FULL

SUN. Blooms clusters of bright orange flowers spring and fall. Responds well to pruning.

# 15 Camellia, Leslie Ann (Camellia sasanqua). Evergreen shrub with glossy, thin but leathery, elliptical,

dark green leaves with toothed margins. The plants have a dense, upright habit and are of medium height.

Flowers are white with dark rose to magenta edges and are semi-double with many gold stamens. When

mature, reaches a height of 4’10” and a width of 4’ 8”.

# 16 Camellia, Spring Festival (Camellia x Spring Festival). Evergreen shrub with upright habit. Low

maintenance; prune after flowering to avoid removing any of the current season's flowers. 8 ft. tall by 5 ft.

wide. Plant in part shade to shade and moist well-drained rich, acidic soil.

# 17 Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis). Clump-forming habit with brilliant red flower spikes set against

green and purple-bronze colored foliage. Each individual spike of scarlet flowers open from bottom to top and

stays in bloom for several weeks. A favorite of hummingbirds. Makes an excellent cut flower. A real show

stopper!

# 18 Cereus, Hot Pink (Cereus sp.). Pink flowers open after dark and stay open all night, closing with the

sunrise. Fragrant blooms appear intermittently during the summer months. Do not allow this plant to go

below 35°F. Best grown in pots in our area, put in morning sun to part shade conditions, average water needs.

# 19 Cast Iron Plant, Spotted (Aspidistra elatior Ginga). Popular foliage plant. Place in shaded spots

outdoors, or as houseplant. They are grown for their ability to survive neglect. Excellent for those difficult to

fill areas in deep shade.

# 20 Christmas Berry (Ardisia crispa). Evergreen shrub or perennial with simple, thin or leathery dark green

leaves, small pinkish star-shaped flowers followed by red berries. Grows 4-5 ft. wide by 6-7 ft. tall. Grow in

part shade, well-drained soil.

# 21 Clerodendron, Cascade Falls (Clerodendron wallichii). Extremely glossy, dark green, tropical-looking

foliage. Incredible 10" - 12" weeping panicles of soft creamy-white flowers with red calyxes. Responds well to

pruning and can be grown as a shrub or small tree. Gorgeous! LIGHT SHADE and a moist, well-drained soil.

# 22 Clerodendron, Musical Notes (Clerodendron sp. ‘Musical Notes'). A must have for music lovers and

plant nuts! Produces heavy cycles of flower buds shaped like musical notes. The buds burst open to a

profusion of herald trumpet shaped creamy-white flowers. Averages 4' in the landscape and also grows well in

containers. Root hardy perennial in mild winters, responds well to pruning. Prefers a bit of afternoon shade in

the summer.




# 23 Coreopsis, Broad Street (Coreopsis verticillata 'Cruizin™ ‘Broad Street’). Forms compact mounds of

narrow thread leaf foliage. Bright orange-red flowers bloom all summer till frost, very fast growing. Plant in

full sun, well-drained soil. Drought-tolerant, attracts butterflies, and deer resistant.

# 24 Crown of Thorns, Orange (Euphorbia milli). Woody, succulent shrub that features fleshy bright green

with orange blooms in clusters. Plant in full sun, well-drained soil. Moderate water needs. Great for bright

light areas in the house.

# 25 Crown of Thorns (Euphorbia milli). Woody, succulent shrub that features fleshy bright green with

colorful blooms in clusters. Plant in full sun, well-drained soil. Moderate water needs. Great for bright light

areas in the house. Various colors available.

# 26 Desert Rose (Adenium obesum). Popular houseplant and bonzai. Requires a sunny location and a

minimum indoor temperature in winter of 50 °F. Various colors available.

# 27 Dutchman's Pipe (Aristolochia fimbriata) A fascinating little Dutchman’s Pipe with beautifully

patterned, miniature, waterlily-like leaves; incredible, orchid-like flowers, and little watermelon-like seed

pods. Not only is this fun to look at, it’s a must for butterfly gardening! The Pipevine Swallowtail Butterflies are

crazy about it!!! They’ll devour it, then it comes right back for more! Tough and fun. Light shade. Moist, well

drained soil.

# 28 Elephant Ear, Black Coral (Colocasia Royal Hawaiian® ‘Black Coral’). Striking, large , glossy, jet-black

foliage. Adds bold color and tropical flair to any garden. Provides a lush, tropical effect indoors or outdoors

near a pond, in a container or on a patio or deck. Evergreen. Plant in full sun to part shade, well-drained moist

soil.

# 29 Elephant Ear, Frydek™ (Alocasia micholitziana 'Frydek'). Deep green, velvety leaves with bold white

veins. Provides a lush, tropical effect indoors or outdoors near a pond, in a container or on a patio or deck.

Evergreen. Plant in full sun to part shade, well-drained moist soil.

# 30 Esperanza, Mayan Gold (Tecoma stans ‘Mayan Gold’). Showy clusters of lightly-scented yellow

trumpet-shaped flowers with red stripes from early spring to late fall. Serrated pointy leaves remain dark

green in color throughout the year. Will grow to be about 3 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 24 inches.

Full sun to part shade average water, well-drained soil.

# 31 Fern, Variegated Lace Fern (Pteris cretica ). Arching pale green fronds, each with 1-5 pairs of simple or

forked pinnae. Fronds have a graceful appearance. Plant in shady areas, winter hardy. This fern is a

slow-growing evergreen fern that typically rises to 18-24” tall and as wide.

# 32 Firetail Chenille (Acalypha hispida). This chenille plant reaches 4’ – 6 ft. tall by 6 – 8Ft. wide plant. Full

sun to partial shade, moist, well drained soil. Commonly used as an accent, hedge, specimen or container

plant.




# 33 Fountain Plant, Yellow Firecracker (Russelia equisetiformis). A 2'-3' "fountain" of very fine foliage with

flower stems shooting out the center of the plant covered with tubular orange-red flowers. Blooms in cycles

spring, summer and fall. PART SHADE. Blooms best in FULL SUN, but keep mulched and watered through

summer. Hummingbirds!!

# 34 Gardenia, Kleim's Hardy (Gardenia jasminoides 'Kleim's Hardy'). The hardiest of the Gardenias in a

versatile, dwarf size. Great in containers, raised beds and in the foreground of borders. Flowers are star-like

with five petals. Evergreen.

**** Geranium, Calliope® (Pelargonium x interspecific). Display of deep red blooms that raise above green

foliage. Good tolerance to hot, wet summertime weather. Plant in full to part sun in well-drained soil.

**** Geranium, Patriot Bright Pink (Pelargonium x hortorum 'Patriot Bright Pink'). Tender perennial with

fragrant leaves and colorful flowers. Good tolerance to hot, wet summertime weather. Plant in full to part sun

in well-drained soil.

**** Geranium, Patriot Violet (Pelargonium x hortorum 'Patriot Violet’). Tender perennial with fragrant

leaves and colorful flowers. Good tolerance to hot, wet summertime weather. Plant in full to part sun in

well-drained soil.

**** Geranium, 'Rocky Mountain™ Lavender' (Pelargonium Zonale 'Rocky Mountain Lavender'). Strong,

vigorous plants with large flower. Ideal for larger pot sizes and mixed containers. Plant in full sun to part shade

in well-drained soil.

**** Geranium, Survivor Dark Red Zonal (Pelargonium hortorum Survivor® Dark Red). Tender perennial

with fragrant leaves and colorful flowers. Good tolerance to hot, wet summertime weather. Plant in full to

part sun, well-drained soil.

# 35 Ginger Tricolor, Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe sanguinea 'Triostar'). Strikingly colorful tropical

plant never fails to catch the eye, with exotic variegated foliage of cream, green and pink. Broad, shiny leaves

are arranged in fans, with burgundy-pink undersides. Thrives in the shade in moist, rich, well-drained soil. An

excellent choice for a tropical look in containers. Colorful foliage makes this a wonderful houseplant selection.

# 36 Golden Raintree, Hardy (Koelteria bipinnata). When the leaves first bud out in early spring, they’re a

unique pink-red color, and eventually turn a deep green. Then come the long, airy sprays of color. It’s one of

the few trees to feature yellow flowers that erupt in a glorious cascade all over the canopy in midsummer.

Late summer brings the forming of seed pods which turn a deep, rich orange. Tree matures to 30’ by 30.’

# 37 Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium sp.). Native perennial with sky-blue flowers in April has a compact

growth habit and the dense, evergreen foliage grows to 8”. Fast-multiplying. Shade or sun, able to take wet

conditions. Sisyrinchiums are not actually grasses, they’re part of the iris family.




# 38 Grass, Gulf Coast Muhly (Muhlenbergia capillaris). A clumping native grass to the Houston and

surrounding areas with very fine foliage. Gulf Coast Muhly is a showstopper in the fall producing an absolute

cloud of pink flowers!!! It makes a great border specimen and is spectacular in mass plantings! It's also a great

grass for coastal gardens. Averages 2' tall. Moist, but well drained. It's drought tolerant once established. Sun.

# 39 Yellow Hibiscus Tree (Hibiscus hamabo). A beautiful and unique hibiscus “tree” that grows about

10’-12’ tall and 10’-12’ wide. This hardy, deciduous large shrub or small tree has attractive, somewhat

rounded leaves with a silver backing and is covered with 3”-4” bright sulphur-yellow flowers with a maroon

center in summer. It likes full sun and a well-drained soil.

# 40 Hydrangea, Blue Dove Lace Cap (Hydrangea macrophylla 'Taube'). A wonderful lace cap hydrangea.

Large bright green leaves that contrast with the cobalt-blue flowers. Blooms from early to mid-Summer.

Morning sun, afternoon shade. Moist, well drained, acidic soil. Grows to 5′ tall x 5’ wide.

# 41 Hydrangea, Penny Mac (Hydrangea macrophylla 'Penny Mac'). Soil pH affects flower color (blue in

highly acidic soils and pink in slightly alkaline soils). Add aluminum sulfate to the soil to make the flowers bluer

or add lime to soil to make the flowers pinker. Grows 4 to 6 feet tall and wide. Plant in partial sun, moist well

drained soil. Blooms from June to September.

# 42 Orange Flame Justicia (Justicia chrysostephana 'Orange Flame'). This is a knockout plant! Glossy foliage

and striking upright clusters of bright orange flowers. It seems to bloom all the time. Averages 3’ by 3’.

Hummingbirds!

# 43 Ligularia, Giant (Farfugium japonicum 'Giganteum'). Evergreen perennial for shade. Large dark green

glossy round leaves. A tropical looking accent that grows into a 3’ clump. Blooms with clusters of yellow

daisy-like flowers on 4’ stalks in the fall. Shade. Best in moist, well-drained soil.

# 44 Lily, Japanese Sacred Lily (Rhodea japonica). Evergreen medium-textured 2' foliage. Deep green,

leathery leaves spring from central growing point followed by inconspicuous flowers that provide showy cones

of red berries within foliage. Plant in partial to full shade; drought tolerant once established. Average water

needs.

# 45 Monarda, Balmy Pink (Monarda didyma ‘Balmy™ Pink’). Pink, shaggy flowers top a compact plant with

dark green, fragrant minty-basil-scented foliage. Plant in full sun to part shade, well-drained moist soil.

Pollinator friendly; mildew, deer and rabbit resistant.

# 46 Monarda, Balmy Purple (Monarda didyma ‘Balmy™ Purple’). Reddish purple, shaggy flowers top a

compact plant with dark green, fragrant minty-basil-scented foliage. Plant in full sun to part shade,

well-drained moist soil. Pollinator friendly; mildew, deer and rabbit resistant.




# 47 Monarda, Peter’s Purple (Monarda sp.). Passed along by Greg Grant, this perennial selection from

Peter Loos’ Nacogdoches garden is incredible! Heads of tubular, bright purple flowers form on upright stalks

throughout the summer. Forms a 3’- 4’ clump. Leaves have a minty-spicy fragrance. Mildew resistant. Sun,

moist well drained soil. Plant it for the butterflies and hummingbirds!

# 48 Monarda, Pink Supreme (Monarda didyma ‘Pink Supreme’). Beautiful plant with hot magenta-pink

flowers, great for borders and containers. Attracts hummingbirds; this variety has greater mildew resistance

than others. Grows to 16”. Plant in full sun to part shade, adapts well to dry or moist conditions.

^^^ Hardy Cinnamon Tree (Cinnamoemum chekenginsis). Copper colored leaves emerge in spring gives the

tree an unusual color. It is reported that this variety of Camphor will grow in colder climates than the more

well known Camphor tree (Cinnamoemum camphora) that grows near the Gulf Coast. Prefers morning

sun/partial shade, well drained soil; medium water requirements.

# 49 Burr Oak (Quercus macrocarpa). Large, deciduous tree with a very wide, open crown. Usually wider

than tall, it can exceed 100 ft. in height and width. Acorns large, up to 1 1/2 inches broad with 1/4 to more

than 1/2 of the acorn enclosed in the cup. Drought tolerant once established.

# 50 Chinese Ground Orchid (Bletilla striata). Terrestrial orchid grows to 18”, with pinkish-purple blooms in

mid-late spring. Plant in moist, well-drained soil; prefers morning sun. Foliage dies to ground in winter.

# 51 Nun's Orchid, 'Big Charlie' (Phaius tankervillea 'Big Charlie'). Foliage can reach 2 to 3 feet tall and has a

clumping habit that can be divided. Bloom spikes can reach 4 feet tall in early spring. Make great cut flowers.

Tender perennial to 20 degrees. Grows best in part to full shade, no hot afternoon sun. Average water needs.

# 52 Rock Rose Pavonia (Pavonia lasiopetala). An outstanding sun-loving, drought-tolerant, 2’-3’ mounding

native perennial that’s almost constantly blooming 2” hot pink flowers spring to fall. Attractive, dark green,

small arrow-shaped foliage. Sun and well drained soil. Responds well to pruning. Butterflies!

# 53 Penstemon, Gulf Coast (Penstemon tenuis). Native evergreen perennial. Stacks of lavender flowers

spring and fall. More tolerant of moisture and sunlight conditions and prefers a slightly acid soil. Removing

bloom stalks will promote rebloom and control reseeding. SUN or SHADE. 2-3' tall.

Plumeria. Beautiful tropical flowering shrub or tree. Loves our heat and humidity. Drought tolerant once

established. Does not like wet feet. Flowers are often used in leis in Hawaii. Must be protected in winter.

Various colors, either rooted in 1-gallon containers or as cuttings, will be available at the PLUMERIA TABLE.

# 54 Powderpuff Fairy Duster, Dwarf (Calliandra emarginata). This beautiful root hardy shrub is great for

both garden and containers. Growing to about 2’ – 3’ tall, Dwarf Fairy Duster is covered with hot pink

“powderpuff” flowers practically non-stop from spring to fall! This shrub is spectacular in bloom. It has a very

tropical look, but is a very tough little shrub. Hummingbirds and Butterflies!!! Calliandras are known for

having very low amounts of airborne pollen. Sun or light shade.




# 55 Quince, Double Orange Flowering Quince (Chaenomeles speciosa ‘Double Orange’). A dense

multi-stemmed deciduous shrub with big, richly colored, double flowers. Sstunning early spring display.

Drought tolerant once established, it may be pruned to shape after flowering. Intense spring color. Good for

cut flowers. Thornless and deer resistant, it does not produce fruit.

# 56 Rose, Peggy Martin (Rosa 'Peggy Martin'). This is the incredible rose that survived Hurricane Katrina,

continuing to live in the salt water flooded yard of Peggy Martin in Plaquemines Parish, near New Orleans.

Long arching canes give this rose a graceful rambling form and clusters of showy, bright pink flowers make it a

stunning accent in any garden. Covered with clusters of flowers each spring from mid-March through May, it

starts blooming again in late summer and repeat blooms until a frost slows it down in winter. Thornless and

disease resistant. Full sun. Moist, well drained soil.

# 57 Salvia, Lipstick Autumn Sage (Salvia greggii ‘Lipstick’). Loads of red blooms attract hummingbirds and

butterflies. Long season bloomer from Spring thru Fall. Heat and drought tolerant once established, tolerant of

poor soils, though will perform better in sandy/well drained soils. Plant in full sun to part shade, deer

resistant. Forms a small bush approx. 4' x 4'.

# 58 Salvia, Raspberry Royal Autumn Sage (Salvia greggii 'Raspberry'). Vibrant color! A shrubby, evergreen,

native Salvia with small oval leaves and an abundance of striking raspberry-pink flowers spring through fall in

heavy bloom cycles. Forms a beautiful 3’ shrub. Sun, good drainage. Hummingbirds!

# 59 Shrimp Plant, Lemon Sorbet (Justicia 'Lemon Sorbet'). A shrimp plant with a new delicious color! It

produces 4"-6" shrimp-shaped spikes of overlapping pastel lemon-yellow bracts with white tubular flowers on

a 3' mound of soft, apple-green leaves. This tough attractive plant is an extremely long bloomer, responds well

to pruning, and is root hardy in the Houston and Gulf Coast area. It grows in sun or light shade and a moist,

well-drained soil. Hummingbirds!!!

# 60 Starry Eyes (Nierembergia gracillis). Perennial that covers itself with soft lavender flowers and is nearly

ever blooming. Performs well where heat and humidity are high. Prefers full sun, well-drained soil. Great for

containers, and as such, can be protected during winter.

# 61 Stemodia, Grey Carpet (Stemodia sp.). Fast-spreading ground cover, blanketing an area with bright,

silvery-soft, almost-white, fuzzy leaves. Growing only about 6 inches tall and spreading to about 3 feet wide,

Great filler in the front of garden spaces, especially raised beds, where it can cascade over onto the ground. It

also does great in containers, spilling over the edge for dramatic effect. Full sun is best, but afternoon shade is

okay too. It works in many soils, but they must be well-drained. Once established, water sparingly.

# 62 Strawberry Bush (Euonymus americanus). An attractive and unique under-story shrub found in the

fertile woodlands and along streams of East Texas. It has an upright, irregular, airy form with thin, green,

horizontal stems. Strawberry Shrub is famous for its strawberry-like red capsules in the fall that crack open

exposing bright orange seed and for its spectacular red fall foliage color!!! It grows in shade or light shade and

prefers moist, fertile, well-drained soil with a high humus content. Grows 5’-6’ tall.




# 63 Turk's Cap, Pam's Pink (Malvaviscus sp. 'Pam's Pink') A new color of this perennial favorite. Greg Grant

created this one by crossing our Big Momma Turk's Cap with the native White Turk's Cap. Tough, non-stop

bloomer with beautiful pink flowers all summer and into fall in heavy bloom cycles. Will tolerate drought and

periods of wet. Blooms in sun or part shade.

# 64 Viburnum, Japanese Snowball (Viburnum macrocephyllum). Beautiful flat-topped shrub with round

white flowers in spring. Deer Resistant. Plant in full sun to partial shade in moist well-drained soil.

# 65 Yarrow, Desert Eve (Achillea ‘Terracotta’). Peach- yellow flower heads when they first bloom, gradually

maturing to a coppery bronze. Tiny flowers are densely packed, 2 to 4" across. Deeply cut, fern-like leaves;

aromatic when crushed. Plant in full sun, well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established.

# 66 Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow (Brunsfelsia floribunda). Slow growing deciduous 4'x4' shrub with

dramatic and fragrant blooms. Morning sun or filtered sun is best. Flowers open rich purple, fade to mauve

and then fade to white over a few days; hence, its nickname. Butterflies! Blooms for an extended period all

spring.

**** These varieties can be found at the PERENNIALS TABLE.

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FRUIT BEARING TREES, SHRUBS, PLANTS and CITRUS

# 99 APPLE, Anna. Large crops. Sweet, crisp. Stores 2 months. Self-fruitful, but better production if

pollinated by Dorsett Golden. Late June. 200 chill hours.

#100 APPLE, Dorsett Golden. Outstanding sweet apple for warm winter areas. Firm, very flavorful, sweet,

like Golden Delicious. Productive. Self-fruitful. Stores 2 months. Very low chill. Pollinator for Anna. 100-200

chill hours.

#101 APPLE, Fuji. Sweet, crisp, very flavorful. Dull reddish-orange skin, sometimes russetted. Ripe mid-

September. Self-fruitful. 400 chill hours.

^^^ APPLE, Multi-Graft Low Chill Apple. Higher production from one tree. Ideal for yards with limited

space. Apple rootstock grafted with more than one variety of apple. Possible variety combinations of Anna,

Dorsett Golden, Fuji, and Gordon. Varieties on each tree will be labeled. 200-400 chill hours.

#154 AVOCADO, Brazos Belle. Mexican variety. Large purple-black fruit with great flavor 6-12 ounces.

Beautiful tree grows 25’ tall x 20’ wide. Harvest August to October. Mature trees can tolerate 15-18°F.

#155 AVOCADO, Mexicola. Pear-shaped 5 oz. fruits with high quality flesh and paper-thin, purplish-black

skin. Tree is tall, spreading and vigorous. Fruit ripens September - November. Requires well-drained soil. May

defoliate at 20 degrees but recovers quickly from freezes.

#156 AVOCADO, Mexicola Grande. High quality avocado with high oil content and paper-thin, purple black

skin. Fruit ripens August to October. Hardy to 18 degrees. Requires well-drained soil.

#157 AVOCADO, Pancho. Glossy green fruit with paper thin skin. Creamy texture. Evergreen to mid 20's,

cold hardy to mid teens. Gorgeous, upright growth habit.

^^^ BLACKBERRY, Kiowa. PP#9861 The world’s largest blackberry — up to 3" long! Blooms earlier and

longer than other berries. Upright, heavy producer, harvest early June. Fruit is large enough to make fresh

cobbler with just a few, great for juice or wine. Self-pollinating.

#102 BLACKBERRY, Ouchita. Bears consistently high yields of large sweet berries over a five week period on

thornless canes. The berries are about the size of a quarter and contain approx. 10% - 12% sugar. The erect

habit of the blackberry makes it easy to maintain in the landscape. Good disease resistance.

#103 BLACKBERRY, Prime Ark Freedom. New release from University of Arkansas, this is the world’s first

thornless, primocane-fruiting blackberry. It fruits very early in the season, and where the climate is suitable,

fruits again in the fall. Has exceptional fruit size, good flavor, excellent disease resistance, great heat and

humidity tolerance. Plant in full sun, well-drained fertile soil.

#104 BLUEBERRY, Emerald (Southern Highbush). Produces abundant crops of the largest Southern

Highbush berries with a mild, sweet flavor. Its rounded, spreading bush habit make it a great landscape plant.

Dependable in southern climates with a low chill requirement of 250 hours. Evergreen in warm climates.



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#105 BLUEBERRY, Misty (Southern Highbush). High yielding evergreen 6-ft. tall shrub with large, good

quality fruit. Fruit ripens early May. Misty is often used to pollinate other blues. Self-pollinating.

#106 BLUEBERRY, Pink Lemonade. A stunning ornamental that bears delicious blueberries. This Rabbiteye x

Southern Highbush hybrid blueberry produces showy pink flowers in spring and gold and orange foliage in fall,

with a bright pink blueberry in late July to early August. Grows to 5 feet in height with an equal spread. Prefers

full sun and acidic soil and although self-fertile, will perform best when other blueberries planted nearby.

#107 BLUEBERRY, Sunshine Blue (Southern Highbush). Vigorous 3-ft. evergreen semi-dwarf shrub that looks

nice in the landscape. Showy hot pink flowers fading to white in late spring, yields abundant crops of large

berries with a sweet tangy flavor. Ripens into a true deep blue color. Tolerates a higher soil pH than most

blueberries.

#108 COFFEE, Arabica. Cannot tolerate frost and grows best between 60-75F. If grown in a pot, it will thrive

outdoors during summer months. Plant in light shade, ordinary soil. Water well. Tea is made from dried and

lightly roasted leaves. Plants that produce good-quality coffee only grow to around 15 feet tall and can be

pruned to 6 ft. for a good crop.

#109 FIG, Brown Turkey. An old time favorite! Medium-small fig with a violet-brown skin and reddish-amber

colored pulp. Fruit are tear-drop shaped with a small, nearly closed eye which is reddish in color from the very

early stages of fruit development. Fruits on new wood (growth), produces two crops a year with good cultural

conditions, one in late May-June and another in late September to early November. Broad-spreading tree

shape with leaves that have five lobes as opposed to the three-lobed leaves of many figs.

#110 FIG, Celeste. The best for our area. Purple-brown skin, pink flesh. Medium fruit, excellent flavor. Closed

eye. Very cold hardy.

#111 FIG, Ischia. Heavy producer of small to fairly large fruit, ripens to greenish-yellow, rich flavor. Well

suited to container culture. For best growth and largest crops, provide your figs with a well-drained,

moderately fertile soil in a full to mostly sunny position.

#112 FIG, Italian Black. Heirloom fig grown in Belle Chase, Louisiana for over 100 years. Jet black fruit with

deep red pulp. Produces an early crop on old wood, and summer crop on new wood. Closed eye. Ripens in

July.

#113 FIG, Italian Honey. Large sweet green fig with honey colored flesh. Does well in the ground or

container and can yield two crops a year depending on growing conditions. Likes full sun and well-drained soil.

300 chill hours.

#114 FIG, Little Miss Figgy. Deeply lobed, blue-green leaves with medium-sized purple to purple-brown fruit

with a deep purple flesh. Dwarf variety, reaching 4 to 6‘tall and 3 to 4’wide. Perfect for landscapes and

containers. Plant in full sun, well-drained soil.



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#115 FIG, Little Ruby. Slow growing, dwarf fig tree that is a favorite for bonsai. Bite size, sweet ruby red figs.

Great for planting in 7-gallon pots and still get an abundant crop. Plant in full sun, well-drained, moderately

fertile soil.

#116 FIG, LSU Gold. Gold skin, pink flesh. Large fruit with excellent, sweet flavor. Ripens in June.

#117 FIG, LSU Purple. Released in 1991 by Louisiana State University. Medium size (about 20 per lb.). Glossy

reddish to dark purple. White flesh with light strawberry pulp. Very good mild flavor. High sugar content.

Closed-eye. Very cold tolerant. The tree is a large, vigorous, upright growing tree with above average

resistance to leaf diseases.

#118 FIG, O’Rourke. Trees are vigorous, producing upright trunks with a tendency to produce horizontal

growth during the juvenile phase. Produces good quality fruit.

#120 KATUK (Sacropus androgynous). Popular leaf vegetables in South Asia, notable for high yields. Shoot

tips have been sold as tropical asparagus. Prefers light shade in hot climates, moist soil.

#121 MULBERRY, DWARF (Morus nigra). Medium size black mulberry with sweet, rich flavor. In pot culture

it can be maintained as dwarf (2' to 6' high) with minor pruning. Will produce continuously in pots under warm

and bright conditions. Planted directly into the garden, makes in time a 10' to 30' tree.

#122 NECTARINE, Snow Queen. Great freestone, white meat. Bears early June. Some resistance to plum

curculio and black spot. 400 chill hours.

#119 NECTARINE, Sunhome. Yellow flesh, semi-free nectarine with beautiful dark red foliage in the early

spring and a beautiful ornamental pink bloom. Best for central Florida and coastal Texas and Louisiana. Zones

8-9. Melting flesh, self-pollinating. 250 chill hours.

#123 OLIVE, Arbequina European. Self-fruitful. This beautiful 15' tree originated in Spain. Earliest to bear

fruit, usually at 3 years. The black fruit has excellent flavor and is used for oil or table fruit. Ripens in mid Fall.

Frost resistant. Requires excellent drainage.

#124 PEACH, August Pride. Large size, all purpose yellow freestone peach. Sweet, aromatic, and richly

flavored, considered one of the best. Ripens late July through August. Self-fruitful. 300 chill hours

#125 PEACH, Eva's Pride. Low-chill peach. Ripens midway between MayPride and MidPride. Large, firm,

delicious yellow freestone. Self-fruitful. Patent pending. Zaiger. 100-200 chill hours.

#126 PEACH, Flordaking. Very early season peach from Florida. High quality fruit ‐ large, firm, flavorful

semifreestone, very sweet when fully ripe. Self pollinating. Ripens June‐July. 300 chill hours.

#127 PEACH, MayPride. Zaiger. Superior new variety. Delicious fruit - the best low chill peach for its season.

Larger than other early peaches. Ripens in May, along with Desert Gold. Large showy, pink blossoms. 175-200

chill hours.



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#128 PEACH, MidPride. Zaiger. Best yellow freestone peach for warm winter climates of Houston.

Exceptional flavor and dessert quality. Mid-season. Self-fruitful. Excellent! 250 chill hours.

#129 PEACH, TexKing. Large, sweet, juicy, yellow meat peach. This Texas A&M release is a semi-freestone

peach. Self-fruitful, ripens mid May - early June. 400 chill hours.

#130 PEACH, Tropic Snow. Excellent! One of the sweetest peaches to be grown in our area. White meat,

freestone, large early season. Self-fruitful. 200 chill hours.

#132 PEAR, Pineapple. The Pineapple pear tree has large yellow fruit with a red blush. It’s crisp flesh has an

unusual pineapple flavor. A good variety for the deep south. Bears a large crop at an early age and can reach

15’-20’ tall. Self-fruitful, but bears better with a second variety. Blight resistant and ripens in August. 150 chill

hours.

#133 PEAR, Southern Bartlett European Pear. Spreading shape, and bears in about 4-5 years, alternate

bearing. Pollinated with Acres Homes, Tennessee or Southern Queen. 400 chill hours.

#131 PEAR, Southern King European Pear. An excellent eating pear with great taste. Yellow with a slight red

blush. Pollinate with another European Pear. Requires 300-350 chill hours.

#134 PEAR, Tennosui Hybrid Pear. Great flavor, great blight resistance, excellent storage. Cross between

Tennessee and Hosui. Bears in 5-6 years. Pollinate with Southern Bartlett, Southern Queen or Tennessee. 400

chill hours.

#135 PERSIMMON, Fuyu. Medium-size, flat shape. Firm, non-astringent. Very hardy, attractive tree.

Practically pest free. Self-fruitful. 200 chill hours.

#136 PERSIMMON, Saijo. Small, acorn-shaped fruit. Astringent until ripe, then sweet, few seeds. Ripens

September through November. Upright tree. Hardy to -10 degrees.

#137 PLUM, Beauty. Sweet, flavorful plum. Productive in coastal climates. Reddish-purple skin, fully ripe

fruit has red flesh. Late May. Self-fruitful. Excellent pollinator. 250 chill hours.

#138 PLUM, Burgundy. Sweet mild flavor, rates high in taste tests. Maroon colored skin, deep red-wine

flesh. No tartness. Ripens late May. Self-fruitful. Excellent pollinator for most other plums. 150-300 chill hours.

#139 PLUM, Santa Rosa. Tree grows to 12 ft. x 12 ft. with fragrant white blossoms in late May. Fruits mature

into large, deep red plums with yellow flesh ready for harvest in late July or early August.

^^^ PLUM, Scarlet Beauty. Large, round fruit with reddish/purple skin and red flesh. Juicy, sweet, soft

flesh. Ripens late May, early June. Self-fruitful. 150-200 chill hours.

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CITRUS

TYPES OF ROOTSTOCK

CR = Carrizo. Trifoliate hybrid more tolerant of high alkaline soils, but exhibits less cold hardiness.

TF = Trifoliate Orange. Well-adapted to heavy, poorly-drained soils, extremely cold hardy and drought

tolerant once established. It is the best rootstock for the Houston/Gulf Coast Area.

FD = Flying Dragon Trifoliate Orange. The dwarfing form of Trifoliate orange. It has all the same qualities as

Trifoliate orange except that citrus grafted onto it averages only 6'-8' in height. It is great for a small garden, in

a container or useful in ultra density plantings. Very cold hardy.

NOTE: All citrus is on Carrizo rootstock, unless noted otherwise. Type of rootstock is marked on the variety

tag from THE WHOLESALE NURSERY.

# 67 BLOOD ORANGE, Moro. Most colorful of all the blood oranges. The exterior shows a bright red blush,

and the internal color is deep red. The juice is equally dark, sweet and juicy. The wonderful color and exotic

flavor of this unique orange makes it a popular gift. The fruits are medium-size, easy to peel and usually

seedless. The fruits ripen February to May.

# 68 BLOOD ORANGE, Tarocco. Large blood orange with nearly seedless juicy and delicious reddish-orange

flesh. High juice content. Moderately cold hardy.

# 69 CLEMENTINE, Algerian. An early ripening clementine with small, reddish orange fruit. Easy to peel,

almost always seedless, or very few seeds. Juicy and sweet, mild to rich flavor, excellent taste. Medium-small

to medium sized and usually seedless flesh. Rind is deep orange to orange-red, smooth and glossy. Peels

easily. Ripens late fall into winter: December, January and February.

# 70 GRAPEFRUIT, Bloomsweet. A cross between a pummelo and a sour orange, hefty yellow grapefruit,

with thinner skin, very juicy, fairly sweet pale flesh, unique flavor of grapefruit and orange, easy to peel and

segment, ripens November/December.

# 71 GRAPEFRUIT, Oro Blanco. A nearly seedless grapefruit hybrid. It is thick skinned with white flesh. The

fruit is produced from a vigorous, spreading tree. Deliciously sweet, its juicy flesh lacks any grapefruit

bitterness and is less acidic. Ripens late Winter to early Spring.

# 72 GRAPEFRUIT, Rio Red. Deep red flesh. Typical sweet-acid taste of a red grapefruit. Moderately cold

hardy.

# 73 GRAPEFRUIT, Ruby Red. The original red grapefruit.Luscious deep ruby flesh that fades to pink at

maturity, sweet-tart flavor. Great for juicing.

#140 KUMQUAT, Changshou (TF). A large kumquat with a sweet mild flavor, lots of juice, not many seeds.

Heavy bearer. Ripens late November to February, when bright orange. Very cold hardy, survives 17° F or

below.



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# 74 LEMON, Frost Eureka (TF). Good tart lemon flavor, hardiness same as other lemons, great for

containers.

LEMON, Improved Meyer. Large, very good tasting. Heavy production. Cold tolerant to the low to mid-20's.

Protect in Winter or grow in container and move inside. Flowers in spring and fruits in fall. Can produce two

crops a year if it’s in a protected area.

# 75 on CR - Carrizo rootstock

#141 on FD - Flying Dragon rootstock

#142 on TF - Trifoliate rootstock

# 76 LEMON, Lisbon, Seedless. This variety tolerates cold, although not as cold hardy as Improved Meyer

Lemon, and windy conditions as well. Can produce several crops each year, with the main harvest occurring in

early spring. Outstanding, large, juicy lemon. Does well in our hot weather. The fruit will hold well on the tree.

This makes a great container plant.

# 77 LEMON, New Zealand Lemonade. Variety of sweet lemon with few seeds, low acid, pale yellow fruit.

Cross between an orange and a Meyer Lemon.

#143 LEMON, Spanish Pink Variegated (FD). A variegated tropical lemon with pink flesh and a tart taste. Not

cold hardy. Use as an ornamental container for beautiful foliage and fruit. On Flying Dragon rootstock.

# 78 LIME, Kaffir. Aromatic leaves used in flavoring dishes, citrus fruit good for zest and juicing. Mildly frost

tolerant, should be protected from hard freezes. Good container plant.

# 79 LIME, Mexican “Key” (Thornless). Small, excellent quality fruit. Excellent pies, limeade, and great in gin

and tonic. Very productive. Not cold tolerant. Attractive container plant. Small everbearing tree.

# 80 LIME, Palestinian Sweet. Juicy, nearly seedless lime with subtle, sweet flavor. Skin and fruit are yellow

when ripe. Good for juicing and zest. Vigorous grower, produces throughout the year. Extremely cold hardy.

# 81 LIME, Persian. Attractive, compact, medium size tree with dark green leaves. Has dark green rind that

gradually turns light green then yellow at full maturity. Thornless. Ripens mid-September to early October.

MANDARIN, Kishu. Bright orange seedless fruit, sweet and juicy mild flavor, thin skin is easy to peel. Dwarf,

rounded tree good for a container. Moderately cold hardy.



# 83 MANDARIN, Pixie. Vigorous grower with an upright growth habit. Rind is yellow-orange with a slightly

pebbled texture that is easy to peel. Fruit is seedless, orange colored, and juicy with mild, sweet flavor.

Matures in late winter and holds exceptionally late on the tree; in certain mild locations, the fruit is known to

hold well into summer. Good home garden variety.



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# 84 MANDARIN, Sunburst Tangerine. Outstanding deep reddish-orange fruit. High in sugar and acidity.

Great taste. Thin smooth rind. Ripens mid-January. More freeze resistant than most mandarins.

NAVEL ORANGE, Cara Cara Pink. This navel orange has a flesh color closer to that of a blood orange. The

flavor has a hint of grapefruit with the typical excellent sweetness of a navel orange. Will withstand mild

freezes, but protect from a hard (26° F) freeze.



# 86 NAVEL ORANGE, N-33. Exceptionally sweet, seedless, delicious fruit. Easily peeled. Ripens September

to October.

# 87 NAVEL ORANGE, Washington. Exceptionally delicious, seedless and easy to peel. Washington navel

orange is also known as the Bahia for the Brazilian city from which it was imported into the United States in

1870. Navel orange trees have a round, somewhat drooping canopy and grow to a moderate size at maturity.

The Washington navel orange is at its best in the late fall and winter months, but Will hold on the tree for

several months beyond maturity. Stores well.

# 88 ORANGE, Marrs. Juicy, seedless navel orange of low acidity. Heavy crops of medium size fruit and

exhibits a tendency to alternate bearing. Grown for the fresh market and the home grown ones are much

tastier than store bought.

# 89 ORANGE, Rhode Red Valencia. Medium to large size tree. Produces large, dark-flesh fruit; richly

flavored, juicy, and nearly seedless. Harvest March through June.

# 90 PUMMELO, Nam Roi. Popular seedless variety from Vietnam where is it called the “Honey Pummelo.”

White fleshed, sweet, easily separates from the skin. New product for us!

#146 SATSUMA, China S-9 (FD). Mostly seedless Satsuma originates from Hubei Province of China. 3" fruit is

sweet and juicy with a thin, easy-to-peel skin. On Flying Dragon rootstock.

#147 SATSUMA, Kimbrough (FD). Large size, juicy fruit, excellent flavor, fewer seeds than other varieties of

Satsuma. Late producing, harvest in November. Very hardy variety to the low to mid teens. On Flying Dragon

rootstock.

# 91 SATSUMA, Miho. Very flavorful fruit, not many seeds. Ripens around Thanksgiving. More upright tree

than other satsumas. More hardy than other satsumas.

#148 SATSUMA, Miyagawa (FD). Seedless and easy-peeling citrus species, also known as unshu mikan, cold

hardy satsuma mandarin that is vigorous and produces high yields. On Flying Dragon rootstock.

#149 SATSUMA, Mr. Mac (FD). Old line ‘Owari’ clone. A favorite of Bonnie Childers. Easy to peel, few seeds.

Ripens late-October to November. On Flying Dragon rootstock.



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# 92 SATSUMA, Okitsu Wase. A great early maturing mandarin that is very cold tolerant. It has a very loose

rind and juicy, virtually seedless flesh with mild, sweet flavor.

SATSUMA, Owari. The original satsuma. Very good flavor, great production. Hardy to 22 degrees F. or lower.

Still hard to beat.



SATSUMA, Seto. Very flavorful fruit, not many seeds. Ripens around Thanksgiving. More upright tree than

other satsumas. More hardy than other satsumas.



# 95 SATSUMA, Silverhill. Vigorous upright tree; thornless. Medium size fruit; rind thin and smooth;

seedless. Sweet and juicy fruit ripens October – December; does not hold well on trees; stores well in

refrigeration. Very cold hardy variety; withstands 15° temperatures.

SATSUMA, Xie Shan. Easy to peel fruit with sweet flavor. This tree will fit into tighter spots in small gardens.

It’s the first satsuma to ripen in the year. Fruit ripens October to December.



# 97 TANGELO, Orlando. A cross between ‘Duncan’ grapefruit X ‘Dancy’ tangerine. An early maturing citrus.

It is not very cold hardy. The fruit is tender and very juicy, the pale orange flesh and has a sweet to very sweet

taste with low acidity. Harvest November through January.

# 98 UJUKITSU. Is it a lemon? Or is it an orange? It’s a cross between orange and lemon! Sweet, very tasty

mild orange flavors. A unique tasting fruit that you will never forget, and you will keep coming back for more.

It is sometimes called a sweet lemon or "Lemonade Fruit," and it looks a bit like one, but the taste is perhaps

of the best tasting orange.



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HERBACEOUS PLANTS FOR COOKING, FRAGRANCE, AND HEALTH

BASIL, Cinnamon. Quick-growing, with deep red central stem and small, dark green foliage. Easy to cultivate.

Thrives in warm weather in full sun and well-drained soil.

BASIL, Genovese. Italian pesto basil, with a flavor that is slightly sweet and peppery; most perfectly suited for

grinding up into aromatic and nutritious basil pesto. Thrives in warm weather in full sun and well drained soil.

BASIL, Lime. Sweet and fragrant with mild citrus taste. Lime scent of leaves pair well with lemon basil. Thrives

in warm weather in full sun and well-drained soil.

BASIL, Mrs. Burns’ Lemon. Very bright green, 2-1/2" long leaves with white blooms make this basil both

attractive and intensely citrus flavor. Very fragrant. Height: 20-24".

BASIL, Sweet Thai. Compact 18-24” plant with 2" long leaves that have an intense spicy, anise-clove flavor.

Attractive purple stems and blooms. edible flowers. Can be used in any recipe that calls for basil. Plant in full

sun or part shade. Not as drought tolerant as most basils. Requires moisture throughout growing season.

BAY LAUREL, Bayleaf (Laurus nobilis). The culinary bay. Evergreen tree to 12' (in Galveston County and Ft.

Bend County). A wonderfully fragrant evergreen shrub or small tree. The leaves are edible – used for centuries

in cooking. Can grow in sun or partial sun – tolerates temps into the low 20’s. Beautiful in containers or in the

garden. A must for every cook!

CELERY Leaf Plant. Plant in fertile soil and keep well watered. Space plants 6" to 8" apart and grow up to 18"

in height. Leaves and stalks may be harvested once plant has become established. Cut the plant 3/4 way down

the stems so they can continue to grow. Use in salads, soups, stews and with vegetables.

CHERVIL (Anthriscus cerefolium). An aromatic, anise-flavored herb. Fresh leaves are added to potatoes, eggs,

fish or sauces. The flavor does not last with drying or extended cooking. Use raw or frozen and add to dishes

just before serving. Harvest before flowering.

CHIVES, Onion (Allium schoenoprasum). Leaves and bulbs are used to add a mild onion flavor to soups, salads,

soft cheeses, stir-fries, potatoes, and eggs. Avoid lengthy cooking as this will eliminate the flavor.

CILANTRO, CORIANDER (Coriandrum sativum). The foliage is commonly called cilantro, while the edible seed is

known as coriander. Cultivated for more than 3,000 years, coriander is a favorite now the world over. Leaves

are used to flavor a wide variety of foods. Seeds and roots are ingredients of curries, pickling spices, dishes a la

grecque, salsas and bakery goods. Gather leaves when young and use fresh. Seeds are harvested when ripe

and used whole or ground. The flowers provide a strong attraction to beneficial insects.

CILANTRO, Santo. Fast growing, slow bolting variety with broad, celery-like leaves that are deep green with

notched margins. Stems are strong for bunching, flavor is pungent for Mexican and Asian cooking. 1 to 2' tall.



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DILL, Bouquet. Plant in full sun. Prefers rich, light soil but will grown in most soils. Plant height varies and can

grow up to 2 1/2 ft. Space plants 1'-2' apart. Hardy annual. Foliage may be harvested once the plant is

established right up to flowering. Harvest seed heads as seeds begin to turn golden brown. Foliage and seeds

can be dried and stored for future use.

FENNEL, Florence. The bulbous stem can be steamed, grilled or served raw; it's like celery with a delicate anise

aroma. Can grown 24 inches tall. Likes full sun. Host plant to Black Swallowtail Butterfly.

FENNEL, Bronze. Sweet aroma and an aniseed flavor. Grows erect with a thick root and stout stems. Leaves

are finely dissected into fronds. Host plant to Black Swallowtail Butterfly.

GINGER, ‘Baby Ginger’ (Zingiber officinalis) The rhizomes, or "ginger roots", have a pungent taste that is

popular in Asian and Indian cuisine for flavor and medicinal value. Plants cannot withstand frost, and must be

grown in moist soil with regular water. They are easily cultivated and work well in outdoor gardens, or indoors

as windowsill plants.

LAVENDER, Provence. Culinary. A semi-woody plant that typically grows in a shrubby mound 2-4’ tall. Plant in

a light, well-drained, gravelly soil. Lavender likes a protected, south-facing location. Soil that is slightly acidic to

slightly alkaline is most desirable. The flowers can be used to garnish desserts and as a distinct flavor element

in baked goods. Flavor is sweet and floral, and pairs well with citrus, berries, nuts, mint, and cinnamon.

LEMON BALM (Melissa officinalis). A perennial herb in the mint family – a calming herb whose leaves have a

gentle lemon scent. In the summer, small white flowers full of nectar appear –a major bee attractor! Crush

some leaves and rub them on your skin to help repel mosquitos! Full to part sun.

LOVAGE (Levisticum officinalis). Taste like Celery with a hint of anise. Use in salads, rice soups or poultry

dishes. Attracts beneficial insects if allowed to flower. Stems as well as leaves are edible. Plant 18-24" apart in

sun or part shade. Performs best in moist, fertile soil.

MARJORAM, Sweet Marjoram (Origanum majorana). A delicately flavored culinary herb used in soups, meat

dishes, pastas and tomato sauces. Adds flavor to oil and vinegars. Fresh leaves should be added about the

end of cooking so as not to loose flavor. Harvest leaves to use fresh or dried.

MINT, Apple (Mentha suaveolens). Apple-spearmint fragrance. Grows to 3 feet, topped by spikes of lilac

flower heads in late spring to summer. Prefers rich, moist soil. Can spread quickly if not cut back often or

confined. Prefers partial shade in our area. Moderate water requirements.

MINT, Chocolate (Mentha x piperita ‘Chocolate’). This herb has a delicious chocolate and peppermint

fragrance. Its leaves are bronze-green and its blooms are long, feathery and lavender-hued. Perennial – likes

full or partial sun. Bees and butterflies flock to mint flowers. Keep well watered. A great mint to add to your

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MINT, Mojito (Mentha x villosa). Fresh leaves or dried, they are great for many meats and confections. Fresh

leaves used in the Cuban drink ‘Mojito’. Prefers rich, moist soil. Mints can spread quickly if not cut back often

or confined. Prefers partial shade in our area, moderate water requirements.

MINT, Orange. Nice orange-mint fragrance. Grows to 24”, topped by white and pink flowers on short spikes

from mid to late summer. Prefers rich, moist soil. Invasive spreader if not confined. Prefers partial shade in our

area, moderate water requirements.

MINT, Peppermint (Mentha x piperata). Plants with open lavender blooms in late summer. Tolerates light

frost. Great for hot and cold drinks. Prefers rich, moist soil. Invasive if not confined. Prefers partial shade in our

area. Moderate water requirements.

MINT, Spearmint (Mentha spicata). Excellent flavor and fragrance that is released by crushing the leaves.

Great for hot and cold drinks. Prefers rich, moist soil. Invasive if not confined. Prefers partial shade in our area.

Moderate water requirements.

MORINGA TREE (Moringa oleifera). 32 to 40’ tree that can be dwarfed if planted in pot. In India, it’s prized for

its high-protein leaves, rich concentration of minerals, vitamins, and its anti-oxidants. Plant in full sun, well

drained soil. WARNING: Roots are reputed to be poisonous, do not eat!

OREGANO, Cuban (Plectranthus amboinicus). Green or variegated fleshy leafed herb used as seasoning

throughout the Caribbean and Latin America. Actually a plectranthus, it is used in sauces and salsas, and any

other dish that calls for oregano. It has a strong flavor so a little goes a long way. Care should be taken not to

over water. Full sun, partial shade.

OREGANO, Cuban Variegated (Origanum sp.). Taste of this herb is considered similar to oregano, thyme, sage,

or aiowan caraway. Thrives with minimal care, and is not invasive. Full sun, partial shade with minimal

watering.

OREGANO, Greek (Origanum vulgare hirtum). Strong oregano aroma and flavor, dark green leaves with white

flowers. At maturity, reaches 18 inches tall and wide.

OREGANO, Hot & Spicy. Plants form a nicely rounded 12-36” mound with multiple trailing stems. Leaves boast

a traditional oregano flavor, but with a more pungent flavor and mild heat. Harvest leaves frequently, and use

fresh or dried. Plants open tiny pink blooms in late summer that are a favorite among bees and butterflies.

Plants thrive in any soil that’s well-drained, as long as it’s not constantly moist. Full sun to part shade.

PARSLEY, Italian Flatleaf. Large, bright green leaves on compact plants. Space 12 inches apart. Leaves are used

as garnish and to add flavor to savory dishes, sauces, dressings, potatoes, stews and stuffings. Italian flat-

leafed parsley has a stronger flavor. Pick leaves throughout the growing season and use fresh or dry, or freeze

for later use.



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ROSEMARY, Arp. The discovery of this very hardy cultivar is credited to Madalene Hill in Arp, Texas. Plant in

full sun with well-draining soil that is slightly alkaline. Grows to 36-42" tall with a 24-36" spread as a perennial.

ROSEMARY, Barbeque. For gardeners who like to cook out! These rosemary stems are sturdy enough to be

used as skewers for shish kabob. Grows to form an upright 4x4-ft. evergreen plant with aromatic needle-like

foliage. Produces clear blue flowers that cover the plant and contrast nicely with the dark green foliage. Plant

in well-draining soil. Prefers to be on the dry side, full sun.

ROSEMARY, Spice Island (Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Spice Island’). Upright growth with great flavor. Prefers full

sun, well drained soil, and drought tolerant once established.

ROSEMARY, Tuscan Blue. Erect shrub grows 4-6 feet tall and spreads 4-5 feet. Bright lavender-blue flowers

bloom among olive green foliage in winter thru spring. Flowers are larger than other varieties. Plant in full sun,

resistant to deer and rabbit predation, tolerant to salt spray, and drought. Hardy to 15 degrees.

ROSEMARY, Weeping or Prostrate. (Rosemarinus ‘Prostrata’). One of those very special herbs that’s a must in

any sunny landscape. Prostrate Rosemary is an evergreen cascading shrub that mounds to about 2’ tall

eventually and cascades over anything; walls, landscape timbers, rock, out of containers, etc. Use it near

walkways where you can enjoy the fragrance of the foliage. Covered with small blue flowers in the winter and

early spring. Drought tolerant. Full sun or light shade. Must have good drainage. Great for cooking.

SAGE, Common. Easy to grow and long-lived. shrubby plant, forming many side branches of velvety-textured,

gray-green leaves about 2 inches long.

SALAD BURNET (Poterium sanquisorba). A wonderfully delicate cucumber flavor in a very attractive hearty

plant. Will tolerate partial shade, prefers well drained soil. 6 – 10 “ high x 8 – 12” wide. Toss into salads; a real

find for those who love the taste of cucumber, but find it somewhat difficult to digest.

SAVORY, Summer (Satureja hortensis). Comparable in aroma to marjoram and thyme, savory leaves are used

to flavor vegetables, stuffings, sausages and other meat dishes. Some use savory as a salt substitute. Summer

savory is sometimes used in the place of sage.

STEVIA (Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni). Perennial herb that grows well in Zones 8 and higher. Prefers sandy loam

but will grow in clay soils as well. If your garden has poor drainage or frequent rains, plant in a raised bed or

container to avoid root rot. Full sun with moderate water and requires virtually no maintenance during the

growing season. Forms a dense cluster of stout branches to about 2x2-feet.

TARRAGON, Mexican Mint Marigold (Tagetes lucida). Blooms a golden-yellow flower similar to a marigold in

the fall until frost. Likes SUN or PARTIAL SHADE with good drainage Thrives in hot, humid areas. Has anise

flavor. Plants bloom lightly in the spring, then profusely in the fall atop stems ranging from 14 to 30 inches.



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THYME, Common (Thymus vulgaris). Fragrant perennial herb with grayish green leaves and white to pale

purple flowers in the summer. Thyme has been used for thousands of years for many varied purposes. Use in

teas, with vegetables, in meat, fish and poultry dishes. Or combine in bouquets, or use in potpourris. Dry or

freeze for future use.

THYME, Orange. This thyme has a light citrus flavor with an aroma that is distinctly sweeter than German

thyme. Try it with fish or vegetables. Growth habit and winter hardiness are similar to summer thyme. Plant in

moist well-drained soils. Will grow in sun to part shade. Zones 6-9.

TURMERIC, Longa (Curcuma longa). A member of the Ginger family. Low-growing tropical herbaceous plant,

which forms many long thin rhizomes. Main ingredient of curry powder, and can be used as a dye. Plant in

partial shade to shade, well-drained soil.

YARROW, 'Old Rose Pink' (Achillea millefolium). Old-fashioned perennial with aromatic leaves that produces

flower heads in compound corymbs. Best grown in dry to medium, well-drained sandy loams in full sun. Great

for cottage gardens, wild gardens, meadows, prairies and naturalized areas. Good fresh cut or dried flower.

Can be used as a flowering ground cover in sunny out-of-the-way areas.



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SPRING TRANSPLANTS FOR YOUR KITCHEN GARDEN

BROCCOLI - Packman. Full sun. Space plants 18” apart. Grows to 18 inches tall and wide. Called a large-beaded

variety because of the larger size of the individual flowers or “beads” in the head, Packman has large, bright

green, mildly flavored domed heads that rise above the foliage for an easy harvest. Cooks love it because the

heads keep well in the fridge and freezer. Dr. Johnson’s favorite broccoli!

CANTALOUPE - Hales Best. Great melon, known for sweet, juicy goodness. Fruits weigh 5 to 6 pounds, and it's

mostly flesh -- the seed cavity is small and the rind reasonably thin.

EGGPLANT - Black Beauty. Plants produce 4 to 6 large fruit or more if kept harvested and well watered. For

best quality, harvest before its glossy, dark skin begins fading to dull purple. Easy to grow.

EGGPLANT - Ichiban. 6 – 8” long fruit. Tolerates heat well. 4 – 6 fruits per bush.

EGGPLANT - Midnight Hybrid. Early production, fat black-skinned, creamy white inside, delightful flavor. 55

days.

LETTUCE - Buttercrunch. Mild, buttery-flavored leaves; compact butterhead-type head lettuce is productive,

heat tolerant and slow to bolt. 65 days to harvest.

LETTUCE - Red Sails. A favorite for salads and garnishes. Deep bronze-red, crinkly leaves have mild, bitter-free

flavor. A pretty partner for green-leaf varieties. Grow in single rows, plants spaced 18 inches apart, or in

containers.

LETTUCE - Romaine. Elongated, thick leaves which are crisp and savory, and hold these qualities well after

harvest. Very heat resistant, the plants are slow to bolt; ideal for either fall or spring. Space romaine lettuce

plants 12" apart.

OKRA – Stewart’s ZeeBest (SEEDS). Long, slender and tender pods. Still tender at > 6 inches. Maturity: 60

days. Plant seeds in warm soil May – June. See packets contain ~ 75 seeds. Seed pods harvested November

2017 by Galveston County Master Gardeners. Originally cultured by Harris County Master Gardeners George

and Mary Stewart in 1980’s. “Played forward” by Galveston County Master Gardeners. Keep “em” growing!

ONION - 1015Y Texas Super Sweet. The sweetest of the sweet onion varieties! The bigger it gets the sweeter

it gets. Stores up to two months if cured properly. Pink Root Rot Resistant.

ONION - Southern Belle Red. Flattened globe-shaped, ruby red bulbs, can get up to 4”. the sweetest red onion

available for short day areas. Plant in full sun, well drained fertile soil.

ONION - Texas Legend. Yellow, globe shaped, sweet, open pollinated onion. Can get up to 6”. Contains 25

active compounds that inhibit growth of cancerous cells, help combat heart disease, and stimulate immune

system. Plant in full sun, well drained fertile soil.



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ONION – Yellow Granex. One of the most popular sweet onions in America. Cross between Texas Legend and

Bermuda onions. Yellow, semi-flat sweet onion grows up to 5 inches. Stores up to two months if cured

properly.

POTATO - Red LaSoda (Seed Potatoes). Early variety with high tolerance of heat, plants do not wither during

heat and drought. Beautiful smooth red skin with pure white flesh. Tubers are oblong and slightly flattened

with medium deep eyes. An excellent potato for boiling, never loses its flavor. Known as the best storing red

potato, will keep for months. Release by USDA and Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station in 1953, Red

Lasoda does well in heat and is a great spud for the southeastern US.

SQUASH - Yellow Crookneck. Traditional variety well known for its buttery flavor and firm texture. Big plants

are late to begin bearing, but then yield consistently over a long picking period. Best picked small, 4 – 5” long.

TOMATILLO - Rio Grande Verde. Large, 3 – 4 oz. apple-green fruits, no staking; high yields. NOTE: 2 or more

plants increase pollination and provide greater yields.

WATERMELON - Black Diamond. A very popular round variety. Premium quality and size (averages 35-50 lbs.,

but can get much larger). Flavorful red flesh, bruise-resistant rinds.

ZUCCHINI - Dark Green. Vigorous variety produces good yields of straight, smooth fruits. An open-pollinated

variety best suited to the home garden, with abundant yields of lightly mottled dark green fruits. Pale

greenish-white, firm flesh. Harvest when 6 – 8” long.



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PEPPERS

Scoville Heat Units (SHU) is a measurement of the pungency (spicy heat) of various peppers, such as the

jalapeño, the ghost pepper, and the world's hottest pepper, or other spicy foods.

SWEET PEPPERS

Better Bell II. Thick-walled, 4-lobed fruits are 4“ tall and 5“ wide; start out green but mature to a bright, shiny

red. 75 days. (0 SHU)

Big Bertha. Giant 7″ long, thick walled fruits on vigorous medium to tall plant. Delicious cooked or raw. 72

days. (0 SHU)

California Wonder. Mild flavor – terrific sweetness. 4″ long, thick walled peppers on medium sized plant.

Heavy bearing and vigorous. 75 days. (0 SHU)

Chinese Giant Red Bell. Large fruits produced on 24” compact plant. High yields. 80 days. (0 SHU)

Golden Summer. 4″ wide x 4” long sweet pepper starts out lime green and matures to a beautiful sunny gold.

Gourmet pepper for salad, stuffing or cooking. 70 days. (0 SHU)

Orange Sweet Bell. Ripens from green to deep, tangerine orange. Big fruits with thick walls. The sweetest of

the colored peppers. 75 days. (0 SHU)

Yolo Wonder. Thick walled, uniform shaped fruit. Good container variety. 70 days. (0 SHU) Heirloom variety.

MILD PEPPERS

Banana, Sweet. 7-9″ long peppers on 18-24″ tall plants. Sweet tasting, great for eating fresh, heavy yields,

compact plant. Matures in 85 days. (0 SHU)

Cubanelle. Long, tapered pepper with more flavor than other bell peppers. Though classified as a sweet

pepper, some gardeners detect a mild to moderate spicy kick. 70 - 80 days. (100–1,000 SHU) Heirloom variety.

Cajun Belle. Miniature bell pepper with a blend of heat and sweet. Plants reach 24" in width and height,

producing high yields of firm-walled fruits. 60 days. (100–1,000 SHU)

Fajita Hybrid. 4″ long x 3.5″ wide. Mildly spicy, with thick block walls, has a zesty crunch. Matures in 77-80

days. (500–1000 SHU)



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HOT PEPPERS

Banana, Hot. Profuse bearer of 6-inch-long, medium hot peppers. Produces well even in hot weather. 75 days.

(5,000–10,000 SHU)

Carolina Reaper Hot Chile Pepper (Extremely Hot - Guiness WR). Hottest pepper out there, but retains a

sweet, fruity flavor before the kick sets in. 90 days. (SHU-2,200,000)

Cayenne, Long Slim Red. A hot, zesty and pungent organic pepper that is 6" long, but only a 1/2" wide.

CAUTION: Use rubber gloves, or clean hot peppers under running water to avoid skin burn from the pepper

juice. (45,000 SHU)

Chiltepin. Tiny peppers that pack a huge punch! Small 2 – 4 foot tall bush that produce high yields. Plant in the

shade or under trees, as direct sun can harm plant. (50,000–100,000 SHU)

Ghost Pepper (Bhut Jolokia). 2.5-3” long. One of the hottest peppers! 36 -48” tall plant. Mature in 85-90 days.

(1,000,000 SHU)

Habanero, Scotch Bonnet. 2” long peppers turn from silvery green to orange on the plant. 36 - 48” tall plant.

Must wear gloves when handling. Matures in 90 days. (350,000 SHU)

Jalapeño Gigante. Peppers measure as large as 5-inches long. Can be harvested throughout the summer when

they’re green or red. 80 days.

Jalapeño Hot. 3.5” long thick-walled fruits grow in large numbers on vigorous 26” tall plant. Matures in 73

days. (5,000 SHU)

Serrano. Dozens of fruits per plant. Pick them early when the peppers are green and more mild or wait until

they're mature and "red hot". Space plants 18-24" apart. (23,000 SHU)

Tabasco. The plants grow up to 4 feet tall and are covered with small, thin peppers that have a delicious

flavor. Excellent performer. Attractive in the landscape. (50,000 SHU)

Trinidad Moruga Scorpian (Extremely Hot). Wrinkled, lantern-shaped fruits ripen to a searing red-orange.

Named as the world’s hottest pepper by the New Mexico Chile Institute. (2,000,000 SHU)



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TOMATOES

Arkansas Traveler. 6-8 oz. juicy, mild flavored fruit. One of the very best heirloom varieties. Resists cracking.

Disease resistant. 65–70 days. Indeterminate.

Big Beef. Extra large 10-12 oz. ruby red tomatoes are firm, juicy and highly flavored. Disease resistant, and

heavy yields. 75 days. Indeterminate.

Brandywine. The most popular heirloom tomato in America, Brandywine earns its name with indescribably

rich flavor seldom found in modern varieties. It's tangy in the classic tomato way, but also rich and sweet, with

a juicy succulent bite that really satisfies. Bearing little resemblance to bland, smooth, evenly red modern

hybrids, Brandywine sets big fruit of purplish-red, deeply lobed and not at all "uniform"! Brandywine is a

favorite among connoisseurs of classic tomatoes. The plants are indeterminate, for good yields over a long

season. The fruit is surprisingly large -- 12 ounces or more -- and no two will look exactly alike. Attention-

getting, distinctive, and tried-and-true, Brandywine is truly a classic! 80 days from setting out transplants.

Indeterminate.

Bush Early Girl. Early ripening, 6–8 oz. fruit on compact 18" plants. Large yields, with good disease resistance.

54 days. Determinate.

Celebrity. All-purpose variety with superb flavor, disease resistance and heavy yield. Crack-resistant fruits

average 7 oz. 70 days. Determinate.

Champion II. Medium sized fruits with delicious flavor. Good disease resistance with high yields. Wonderful

for slicing and canning. 70 days. Indeterminate.

Cherokee Purple. Dusky pink, 8 to 12 oz. fruits. Flavor is rich and full. Easy to grow and heavy bearing. 80 days.

Heirloom variety. Indeterminate.

Early Girl. This variety starts bearing fruit earlier and produces longer than other medium-sized tomatoes.

Crack resistant. 65 Days. Indeterminate.

Fantastic. Tasty, globe-shaped, scarlet red medium-sized fruits are nearly crack free. Heavy yields and

excellent for canning. 70 days. Indeterminate.

Fireworks. High yields of 8 – 12 oz. fruits, bright red slightly flattened, 2 to 3" meaty fruits. Full sun, well-

drained soil. 60 days. Indeterminate.

Fourth of July. Great 4 oz. fruit produced in abundance on this early producing plant. Full sun, well-drained

soil. 49 days. Indeterminate.

German Johnson. Large, deep pink, flavorful, and nearly crack-free. Disease-resistant, and thrives in hot humid

areas. 80 days. Heirloom variety. Indeterminate.



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TOMATOES - continued

Golden Jubilee. Bright, golden-orange fruits, 2-1/2 to 3" in diameter average 6 to 7 oz. apiece. Fruits are solid,

with few seeds, very meaty, thick-walled interiors, mild flavor. Medium-sized plants need staking. Resistant to

alternaria stem canker (A). 80 days. Heirloom variety. Indeterminate.

Jubilee. Cross between Tangerine and Rutgers tomatoes. Fruit up to 3" across, golden orange, globular shape

that is smooth and solid. Mild flavor with high yield 6-7 ounce fruit. 80 days. Indeterminate.

Juliet. Crack resistant, elongated cherry tomatoes. Fruits weigh 1 oz., tolerant to late blight and leaf spot. 60

days. Heirloom variety. Indeterminate.

New Big Dwarf. Compact, 2 to 4 ft. tall, perfect for containers and patios. High yields. This heirloom variety is a

cross between Ponderosa and Dwarf Champion dating back to the 1900's. Determinate.

Park's Whopper. Produces big, 4” juicy, crack resistant fruit. High yields, long season, and disease resistant. 65

days. Indeterminate.

Patio. Large harvests of bright red 3-4 oz. fruits on 24″ tall bush. 70 days. Determinate.

Red Cherry, Large. The fruits average 1 oz. Vines are very productive and show some resistance to disease;

open-pollinated. 75 days. Indeterminate.

Roma. Produces 2- to 3-ounce, plum shaped fruits. High yield plants resistant to Verticillium and Fusarium

wilt. 70 days. Heirloom variety. Determinate.

Super Marzano. Large, pear-shaped fruit are an average 5 inches long. Tall plants give large yields and are

resistant to bacterial speck. 70 days. Indeterminate.

Sweet Chelsea. Produces high yields of extra-sweet 1-oz. cherry sized fruits. Disease resistant and crack

resistant. 65 days. Indeterminate.

Tycoon. Superior resistance to heat, disease, and nematodes. High yields of 9 – 12 oz. beefsteak tomatoes. A

Texas Superstar™ selection. 80 days. Determinate.

Yellow Pear. High numbers of yellow bite sized fruits on a vigorous plant. 75 days. Heirloom variety.

Indeterminate.



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HIDDEN TREASURES – BULBS, RHIZOMES, CORMS – Spring Additions

All bulbs can be found at the Bulb Table.

Gloriosa Rothschildiana Climbing Lily

A "must have" plant for southern gardens. A gorgeous crimson-

red with bright yellow edges, 5 inch long slender leaves attach

themselves to anything they can with tendrils coming from the

tips of the leaves. The vine grows fast in warm weather.

Drought tolerant and pest free. Can be grown in containers.

Prefers something thin to climb on (wire trellis/support

structure). Plant bulb in full sun to partial shade, in well-

draining bed, 3” deep, 1 per sq. ft. Blooms throughout growing

season early to late summer, grows to 5’ if on a trellis.

Tritoma Red Hot Poker

Add some Houston Astros’ color to your yard! Torch lilies look

stunning in your landscape! They grow upright, in clumps, 3 feet

tall, topped with orange and yellow spikes that look like flaming

candles. Blooms open from bottom to top. Great for xeriscape

gardens. Easy to grow. Needs full sun, and WELL DRAINING

sandy or alkaline soils. Do not overwater, they don’t like wet

feet!! Loved by hummingbirds and butterflies!!! Plant crown no

deeper than 3”, 12-15” apart; cover liberally with mulch. Water

in dry, hot periods.




Naturalizing Hybrid Lilies. These are the easiest of lilies to grow in our Zone 9. They will multiply each

year, add stunning color to your landscape and make excellent cut flowers. These hybrid lilies are a cross between longiflorum and Asiatic lilies. They provide trumpet flowers, long vase life and grow upright which make the flowers face up. Bloom time is late spring through summer.

Planting in the garden: Plant in groups, in well-draining soil in beds or borders, in full sun to part shade, 4 to 6” deep and 8-12” apart. All grow 36”-40” tall. Plants can become leggy if they don’t get enough sun. Cover with mulch.

Planting in Pots: Lilies can also be planted in pots to enjoy fragrance indoors. Use 6” pot. Soak bulb for five minutes in multi-purpose fungicide to prevent root rot. Plant 3 bulbs in well-draining soil covered with at least 2” of soil.

Six PERENNIAL selections are available at this sale plus one stunning ANNUAL variety:

American Cheerleader, Tangerine Rose <<<<<

American Hero, Yellow >>>>>

American Native, Orange <<<<<




Naturalizing Hybrid Lilies - continued

American Hot Chocolate, Deep Purple/Red <<<<<

American Tradition, Cream & Pink

>>>>>

Triumphator, White and Rose <<<<<

Oriental Star Gazer, Annual Lily - The Most Beautiful and scented Lily you can add to your landscape! A real

showstopper! This is an ANNUAL bulb worth planting! >>>>>




CALADIUMS - Fancy and Strap (Lance) Leaf) - How to tell the difference?

The main physical difference is where the stem meets the leaf - fancy caladiums have a stem towards the

center of the leaf, strap has a stem that meets at the edge. Generally, Fancy leaf prefers shade to filtered sun,

Strap leaf likes partial shade to sun. To be sure check info by each variety shown below.

Fancy Leaf Strap (Lance) Leaf

We will be selling No. 1 size caladiums at this sale which are: 1 ½” to 2 ½” in diameter. All will work well planted in well-draining raised beds, baskets or in pots.

How to Plant Caladiums: Caladium tubers (sometimes called bulbs) like warm moist (not soggy) soil. Plant in

our region when soil is at least 70 degrees (~ April 1st). Soil and Galveston beach water temps are close, so

check water temp, too. Plant in a raised, well-draining bed, knobby side up about 1½" to 2” deep, 8-14” apart

in the spring when soil warms. Planting too early can cause tuber to rot or be delayed in development.

How to Water Caladiums: Always water caladiums regularly. Keep the soil slightly moist. Add mulch, to help

retain soil moisture and conserve water. If you have caladiums in full sun, don’t let them dry out.

How to Feed Caladiums: Use a slow-release fertilizer such as Osmocote Outdoor & Indoor Smart-Release Plant

Food 19-6-12 or a liquid feed such as Miracle-Gro Liquid All Purpose Plant Food 12-4-8.

Bulb Storage until soil warms to 70 degrees:

Caladiums are tropical plants, and bulbs must be stored at temperatures above 60°F (16°C) with a relative

humidity in the neighborhood of 75%. There needs to be good air exchange to prevent build-up of gases, as

well. Caladiums are particularly sensitive to the presence of ethylene gas. When storing caladiums, unpack

them immediately upon arrival and store them in open trays with proper air circulation.




Fancy Leaf Caladiums available at this sale

Caladium, Berries & Burgundy (Sun to Partial Shade) New variety, SUN LOVER! Unusual bronze multicolored tinted leaf. Grows 18-24”

Caladium, Celebration (Sun to Partial Shade) Introduced in 2013, deep crimson main veins with white splotches over lively green leaf. Grows 12-18” tall.

Caladium, Water’s Edge (Sun to Partial Shade) Very bright in your garden or pots. Grows 12-18” tall.




Strap (Lance) Leaf Caladiums available at this sale

Caladium, Desert Sunset (Sun to Partial Shade) Very unusual salmon pink leaves with copper colored veins. Grows 12-18” tall. For beds, baskets or pots.

Caladium, Peppermint (Sun) White variety features a candy cane center with modest green outer leaf border, grows 12-18” tall for beds, baskets or pots. Takes partial sun to shade.

Caladium, White Majesty (Sun to Partial Shade) Red with green edging, fast grower. Grows 12-18” tall. For beds, baskets, pots.




ELEPHANT EARS (Colocasia esculenta) – These are clumping (NOT Runners!!)

These non-hassle plants add a bold, tropical look and make fabulous garden specimens. They grow in sun or

part shade, in organically rich, moist to wet soils. They are heavy feeders. Best leaf color develops in bright/full

sun. Provide shelter from wind. They require regular watering, especially in dry summer periods or they can be

planted in up to 6” of standing water in ponds and water gardens. They bring a distinctly tropical look to

gardens and large (whiskey barrel sized) containers. Plant corms 4” deep in amended soil, add mulch. Soil does

not need to be well draining.

WHITE LAVA is the latest in the elephant ear breeding and is a clumping

elephant ear with spectacular heart-shaped foliage. Large glossy green

leaves which, as the season progresses, are adorned with a wide band of

creamy white down the center of each leaf, later radiating out into the

side veins. Each amazing leaf is further highlighted by a large purple spot

where the leaf attaches to the purple stalk. White lava forms a tight

clump providing a tropical look to your landscape. When the weather

cools, the veins turn pink. This will be of the most amazing elephant ears

you've ever grown. Dormant in winter. Grows to 30” tall by 36”, in full

sun. Great in the landscape or in large whiskey barrel sized pots.

KONA COFFEE is a dwarf Elephant Ear, growing 2'

tall, has a fast-offsetting tight clump and is topped

all summer with glossy brown, coffee-colored

leaves. Makes a great container plant or addition to

the garden where it can be used en masse with

contrasting colors. It’s a hassle free tropical and

makes a stunning focal point Grows in sun or part

shade, in organically rich, moist to wet soils.

Dormant in winter. Grows to 24” tall by 30” wide.

Makes a stunning focal point.


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The plants listed below will be available at the

Homegrown & Home-tested by Master Gardeners table

along with a variety of other plants.

Buddleia, Fuchsia Butterfly Bush (Buddleia sp.). Has dark green foliage with fuchsia blooms. Flowers are

fragrant and upright and can bloom into the fall with regular deadheading. Plant in sun to part shade, water

regularly and use well balanced fertilizer.

Cardboard Palm (Zamia furfuracea). Not a true palm but is in the palm family called Cycad. Not winter hardy

so makes an ideal house plant. Can grow outdoors in Zones 9-11. Thrives in our coastal climate. Growth is

similar to a Sago Palm. Has thick tuberous stems and the leaflets grown in opposing pairs up to 12 per stem.

Ideal for Xeriscape but does require enough water to keep stem fat and healthy.

Chinese Fringe Flower (Loropetalum chinense). Fast growing colorful shrub with a 3 to 4 feet spread. Blooms

early spring March-April with bright pink fringe blooms and has purple leaves. Low maintenance, prefers full

sun and rich soil. Drought tolerant once established. Cold hardy in zones 7-10.

Gaura, Native (Gaura lindheimeri) Native Texas perennial that thrives in hot, humid climates. 3’ stems

covered with many white flowers in spring. Plant in full sun, well drained soil.

Gloxinia, Hardy Red (Sinningia sellovii). Wonderfully textured hardy gloxinia forms a 20” clump of thick, green,

rough leaves on slightly arching stems. Late spring to fall 30” spikes of pendant, scarlet-orange 1” bell-shaped

flowers emerge from the tips of the stems. Hardy perennial grows in full sun or light shade & does beautifully

in rock gardens, perennial borders, or as a specimen container plant. Needs moist, well-drained soil. Goes

dormant in winter, flushes out in mid-spring into a full and gorgeous plant.

Hydrangea, Mophead Pink-Blue (Hydrangea macrophylla). One of the most popular hydrangeas grown in

home gardens. Plants can bloom either pink or blue depending on the soil composition. If a changenin flower

color from pink to blue is desired add aluminum to the soil. Plant in area that gets morning sun and afternoon

shade. Water on regular basis.


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Orchid, Phalaenopsis. Great houseplants; will grow and flower in a moderately bright windowsill. Keep soil

mix moist, but with good drainage. Water every 7 to 10 days. Fertilize with orchid mix.

Porterweed, Red (Stachytarpheta sarquineas). Herbaceous plant with long, elegant flower spikes of bright red

flowers almost constantly blooming from spring to fall. The flowers appear in clusters moving upward along

the long narrow flower spikes. Prefers part shade. Tender in a hard winter. Responds well to pruning.

Hummingbirds and Butterflies!!!

Rose of Sharon, White (Hibiscus syriacus). Blooms late summer and can grow 4' to 6'. Easy to grow so is great

for first time gardener. Is cold hardy and with tolerate most soils. Drought tolerant once established.

Salvia, Mystic Spires (Salvia sp. ‘Mystic Spires’).Attractive compact perennial. Can grown 18" to 24". Blooms

spring through fall with purple blue flowers. Plant in full sun, well drained soil, and irrigate regularly. Fertilize

with good balanced fertilizer.

Salvia, Red Autumn Sage (Salvia greggii ‘Red’). A shrubby, evergreen, native salvia with small oval leaves and

an abundance of bright red flowers spring through fall. An absolute must for hummingbirds. Sun, well-drained

soil. 2’ x 2’ or a bit more, but best to keep pruned for a fuller plant.

Vine, Passionvine, Red (Passiflora coccinea). A beautiful, exotic, crimson passionvine that does great on the

Gulf Coast. Vigorous and free flowering summer into fall. Grows easily in Part Shade or full sun. Make sure the

roots are well mulched if a hard freeze is predicted. Fragrant and attracts butterflies. Add a touch of the

tropics to any garden.

Please visit the MG Grown table for complete offerings as at the time of printing all items were not known.

Thank you for supporting the Galveston County Master Gardeners. Proceeds from today’s sale of plants are used to develop and maintain the Horticulture Demonstration Gardens located at the Galveston County AgriLife Extension Office and Carbide Park, which the public is invited to enjoy and learn from year-round.

OUR NEXT PLANT SALE AND SEMINAR

WILL BE IN THE FALL

OCTOBER 20, 2018 For more information about the Master Gardeners and the educational programs they provide, visit the Galveston County AgriLife Extension Office located at 4102-B Main Street inside Carbide Park in La Marque, call 281-309-5061, or visit our website: http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/galveston/

The members of Texas A&M AgriLife will provide equal opportunities in programs and activities, education, and employment to all persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity and will strive to achieve

full and equal employment opportunity throughout Texas A&M AgriLife. The Texas A&M University System, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts of Texas cooperating.

http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/galveston/

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