Fig-nomenal Fruit Trees (for North Texas)

When we’re asked about the easiest fruit trees in North Texas, figs are always in the conversation! They are very well-adapted region’s climate, (heat, drought and cold!) as well as our sometimes challenging soils. Their beautiful form, robust nature and delicious fruits make them a favorite among gardeners– both seasoned and novice. They grow best […]

NEW Inventory List 4/12

NEW INVENTORY LIST 4/12: We’ve got the following plants in stock, in addition to many more! We’d absolutely LOVE to welcome you to our new nursery and garden center, as well as our gift-shop that is overflowing with our favorite garden decor and gadgets! Open Tuesday-Saturday 9-5, Sunday 10-5 12804 Pelzel Rd. Pilot Point Texas, […]

Thriving in the Shadows: Native Perennials for Shade

Gardening in North Texas presents its fair share of challenges, from scorching summer drought, unpredictable winter freezes to finicky clay soils. Throw in some mature trees, the shade they throw– and bare soils are often a result when turfgrass begins to recede. But fear not, fellow gardeners, for even in the deepest shade, there lies […]

Plant This, Not That: Embracing Adapted Shrubs

When it comes to landscaping in North Texas, choosing the right shrubs for the right spot can make all the difference! We’ll admit, our climate and soil conditions can be quite challenging. Sadly, many of the most commonly sold (and planted) landscape shrubs aren’t quite adapted to the region. However, by opting for Texas native, […]

NOW is the Time for Potato Planting in North Texas

Digging Deeper: Growing Potatoes Most potato varieties are not grown from seeds, but rather from “seed potatoes”, or small potatoes grown specifically for the purpose of propagating new potato plants! Unlike store bought potatoes, seed potatoes are certified to be pest and disease free, and have not been sprayed with any growth retardants. (which might […]

The Perfect Day Trip to Small-town North Texas!

Spring is here, and like us, you might be itching to get outside! How about hitting the road to discover a few hidden gems among the rolling plains of north Texas?! Our boutique nursery, and garden center, is located smack dab in between the city centers of sister cities Pilot Point and Celina, who each […]

Rooted In’s Top 100 Plants for North Texas!

You asked and we delivered! The Rooted In team is thrilled to present our new “Top 100” plant list– complete with our favorite Trees, Shrubs, Perennials, Grasses, Vines and Groundcovers! These are some of the most beautiful, toughest, and easiest-to-grow native and adapted plants for our area– able to withstand heat, drought, and historic freeze […]