Kumara plicatilis
With sculptural, corky branches ending in fan-shaped rosettes of succulent leaves, fan aloe (Kumara plicatilis syn. Aloe plicatilis) is a unique plant that...
For years I have wondered why Europeans find American prairie planting so aspirational, while Americans will go to great lengths to create a semblance...
September 07, 2025
All hail the queen! My biggest, most regal squid agave (Agave bracteosa) is a living fountain, arcing above her tall, pleated pot....
September 15, 2025
Last week, native plant expert Andrea DeLong-Amaya gave an informative presentation about designing with Texas natives for my Garden Spark speaker series....
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Yardlong beans — also called asparagus beans — are one of the easiest and most productive vegetables for hot summer gardens. Despite...