Garden Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is just around the corner and for the gardener mom in your life, you can’t go wrong with a plant based gift. Dig into the ideas below to tap into the nurturing nature and enjoyment of the gifts that keep on giving! Pretty Pots and Planters- Some of the best gifts are those splurges that […]
Plan a Day Trip to “Dig” Into Small Town North Texas
Spring has sprung, the wildflowers are in full bloom, and you might be itching to hit the road and discover a few hidden gems among the rolling plains of north Texas! Both Pilot Point and Celina –sister cities that still enjoy a friendly small-town atmosphere make the perfect road trip to small town Texas. And […]
THE Easiest Way to Create a “Foodscape”
Unlike traditional food gardens, (which are often mini-versions of farm plots) Edible Landscapes or “Foodscapes” incorporate edible plants with a focus on their ornamental splendor! They’re packed with easy to grow perennial herbs and edible flowers to spice up your favorite dish or cocktails! For added function, these potager gardens are usually located just feet […]
Growing Food for People AND Pollinators, one Box at a Time!
While undeniably (and understandably) growing fears and frustrations, this pandemic has also grown something else; a multitude of new gardeners! One estimate showed an increase of over 20 million new gardeners, across the United States, in the past two years. Another survey estimated that long-time gardeners are spending up to 40% more time in the […]
6 Cold Hardy Fruit Trees for North Texas
Fruit trees are a great way to add food production to home landscapes AND some just happen to beautiful to boot! These 6 trees are some of our favorite easy to care for ornamental edibles that both look and taste great , PLUS the 6 trees listed below can reliably withstand our often harsh and […]
Plants with Patrick – Adding Winter Interest
Are you looking for year-round interest in your garden? Well, now is the time to start paying attention to the beautiful fall and winter colors and begin including those plants in your own outdoor spaces. Some I find most beautiful this time of year are, the Oakleaf Hydrangeas with their vibrant fall foliage and perennial […]
Ornamental Trees: Plant This, Not That
November is a perfect time to plant ornamental trees, with cooler temperatures allowing for a gentler transition from local nurseries to their permanent spots throughout Texas landscapes. That’s one reason Texas Arbor Day is rooted in the beginning of the month. If selecting the right ornamental tree for the right spot in your landscape has […]
Garden in a Box Concept Taking Root Across North Texas
Over the past 2 years, estimates show an increase of 20 million new gardeners in the United States. Building on this trending hobby, local North Texas cities and regional water providers have branched out, providing resources to help set budding gardeners up for success. In a partnership between Rooted In’s local plant […]
New “Yuccas” Offer a Variety of Blooms
Most folks are familiar with the traditional red yuccas (which are not true yuccas but rather Hesperaloes) but you may not know that these bulletproof native bloomers also come in a variety of colors and sizes! If you’re looking for big no fuss summer blooms for a harsh sunny spot, dig in to the […]
5 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day
Earth day is Thursday, 4/22 and you better beleaf the team at Rooted In will be celebrating! We hope you’ll join us (and the rest of the state) and branch out with one of these fun tips to give back to mother Earth! Start Saving From a Rainy Day Rainwater is THE best water […]
