Thanks for all the support and I totally agree! Native plants are the main reason my landscapes are thriving. I have non natives as well, but those natives are the backbone.
@ I have a really small garden to a townhome. I have to be careful with what I plant so that it doesn’t get too big. But I have a Texas sage and have added a rock rose and Greg’s mist flower both which I love. Purchased frog fruit yesterday. we can get quite a bit more rain here in Houston though we have been experiencing stretches of drought the past couple years. So I’ve become more interested in natives. Plus I do love supporting the pollinators. Even in my little patch they buzz buzz all day. 😀
@ some of the most charming gardens I’ve been in have been small. Have you heard of horseherb? www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=cavi2 One of my friends has this and it’s so lush and tolerates shade and moderate foot traffic. I’m contemplating starting some ground covers instead of mulch in a few of my garden beds🤔
Thank-you! It was a year in the planning and even after all of that, I had to see some of the elements come together before feeling confident in how much of each element to use.
Just saw your CTG segment. Wow! You did an awesome job. So smart, articulate, thoughtful and hardworking! ...but we knew that about you already. Congratulations! 😊
What an incredibly kind thing to say! I appreciate you sharing that. I have to give credit to Linda from CTG. She did an amazing job editing, and made me sound so much better than I remember the interview going😝
My problem with dwarf yaupon is that dogs on the neighborhood love to pee on them, so they always look like they are about to die, I’m hopeful that eventually, dogs ignore them. 😆 Great video, keep fighting the Bermuda don’t let it take over. Awesome plant selection!
Thanks so much! It’s been a long process with lots of failures but more successes as time progresses. Using more natives has been the biggest reason my landscape is thriving!
Thanks Joan! After buying an entire pallet I’ve been “flagstoning” all sorts of areas😂 Dwarf yaupon’s have been almost indestructible for me in the past. Hopefully these turn around!
There’s a reason they call Bermuda grass “Devils Grass!” It’s nearly impossible to kill! We have Bermuda yards and it is the bane of my existence! Nutsedge draws a close 2nd! If you find something that actually works on Bermuda please share. The Nutsedge Hammer seems to be working so far 🤞🏽🤞🏽🤞🏽
Ha! That’s a great name for it! I kill the Bermuda with glyphosate. I buy concentrate at tractor supply and make a small batch once a week. I use a hand pump with an adjustable nozzle (to facilitate large droplets which helps avoid spray drift). Sort of like sedge hammer, it can take 1-2 weeks to work.
Absolutely, sometimes I cut back my zexmenias 2-3 times in a growing season if it’s getting untidy. I believe both of my camellias are sasanquas but I can’t remember the specific variety.
The 3 large junipers 🥰 they are beautiful. What is the name of them and are they difficult to take care of? I’m thinking about planting 3 also by my back fence. Thank you for sharing 😊
Thanks for watching! These are spartan junipers and can be prone to disease. I know many landscapers won’t recommend them in our area for that reason, but I put them in before I knew that. I have added 4 more this fall to complete the hedge because I’m living la vida loca!🤣 These have performed well but I understand they really do not like excessive moisture. I have not watered these after their first year getting established but I’m sure their roots catch some moisture from my sprinklers in the summer.
Enjoy watching your videos I’m in zone 8b and I’m getting many plants ideas from your videos.
I’m so happy to hear it! I’ve learned from many on this platform, and enjoy the exchange of experience and inspiration.😊
Love the tour! So much variety. Different textures and colors. Amazing how much variation you find with mostly natives.
Thanks for all the support and I totally agree! Native plants are the main reason my landscapes are thriving. I have non natives as well, but those natives are the backbone.
@ I have a really small garden to a townhome. I have to be careful with what I plant so that it doesn’t get too big. But I have a Texas sage and have added a rock rose and Greg’s mist flower both which I love. Purchased frog fruit yesterday. we can get quite a bit more rain here in Houston though we have been experiencing stretches of drought the past couple years. So I’ve become more interested in natives. Plus I do love supporting the pollinators. Even in my little patch they buzz buzz all day. 😀
@ some of the most charming gardens I’ve been in have been small. Have you heard of horseherb? www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=cavi2 One of my friends has this and it’s so lush and tolerates shade and moderate foot traffic. I’m contemplating starting some ground covers instead of mulch in a few of my garden beds🤔
Great job on the front landscape,I love the balance of rock and mulch!
Thank-you! It was a year in the planning and even after all of that, I had to see some of the elements come together before feeling confident in how much of each element to use.
Just saw your CTG segment. Wow! You did an awesome job. So smart, articulate, thoughtful and hardworking! ...but we knew that about you already. Congratulations! 😊
What an incredibly kind thing to say! I appreciate you sharing that. I have to give credit to Linda from CTG. She did an amazing job editing, and made me sound so much better than I remember the interview going😝
My problem with dwarf yaupon is that dogs on the neighborhood love to pee on them, so they always look like they are about to die, I’m hopeful that eventually, dogs ignore them. 😆 Great video, keep fighting the Bermuda don’t let it take over. Awesome plant selection!
You are such an inspiration! Thank you!
I so appreciate that! You can do it too🙌
@ thanks!
I dare not do this in my front yard. But I did replace my backyard grass with mini-Clover lawn. So far so good. 😀
I’ve heard many are using beautiful ground covers to replace their lawns.
I love your video! Very informative, I’m also located in Texas zone 8b. Your backyard is gorgeous!
Thanks so much! It’s been a long process with lots of failures but more successes as time progresses. Using more natives has been the biggest reason my landscape is thriving!
Thank you for the informative video 🪴Also, I like your shirt 🙏🏼
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Looking good over there! The placement of the flagstone in the new garden looks really nice! Surprises me that the yaupons give you some trouble.
Thanks Joan! After buying an entire pallet I’ve been “flagstoning” all sorts of areas😂 Dwarf yaupon’s have been almost indestructible for me in the past. Hopefully these turn around!
There’s a reason they call Bermuda grass “Devils Grass!” It’s nearly impossible to kill! We have Bermuda yards and it is the bane of my existence! Nutsedge draws a close 2nd!
If you find something that actually works on Bermuda please share. The Nutsedge Hammer seems to be working so far 🤞🏽🤞🏽🤞🏽
Ha! That’s a great name for it! I kill the Bermuda with glyphosate. I buy concentrate at tractor supply and make a small batch once a week. I use a hand pump with an adjustable nozzle (to facilitate large droplets which helps avoid spray drift). Sort of like sedge hammer, it can take 1-2 weeks to work.
Do you cutback your zexmenia? Which Camellia do you have?
Absolutely, sometimes I cut back my zexmenias 2-3 times in a growing season if it’s getting untidy. I believe both of my camellias are sasanquas but I can’t remember the specific variety.
The 3 large junipers 🥰 they are beautiful. What is the name of them and are they difficult to take care of? I’m thinking about planting 3 also by my back fence. Thank you for sharing 😊
Thanks for watching! These are spartan junipers and can be prone to disease. I know many landscapers won’t recommend them in our area for that reason, but I put them in before I knew that. I have added 4 more this fall to complete the hedge because I’m living la vida loca!🤣 These have performed well but I understand they really do not like excessive moisture. I have not watered these after their first year getting established but I’m sure their roots catch some moisture from my sprinklers in the summer.
Oh wow I didn’t know that. Bummer. Thank you for the info. Love your channel 😊
Don't all new plants need a lot more water until they're established, which can take months, I thought.
You’re spot on! Though the amount is relative to the plant type. Drought tolerant plants generally need less than other plants to get established.
I don't think you'll get any burgundy if it were prairie coneflower. Mexican hat with the propensity towards yellow dominance is less common.
Did you see that one burgundy flower just throwing me off?! Maybe yellow Mexican hat🤔