Vibrant seasonal color has officially arrived at Mercer Botanic Gardens. Visitors have the opportunity to explore more than 250 acres of forests dotted with hues of orange, yellow and red for an ...
Mercer Botanic Gardens is a step closer to completing a key section of its Renaissance Garden after receiving a $5,175 grant from the Houston Garden Club. The grant will be used to purchase six silver ...
Children ages 6-10 are invited to become junior botanists at Mercer Botanic Gardens this summer on Tuesdays, July 8 through July 29 from 9:30 a.m. to noon. These free one-day programs allow ...
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While many gardeners struggle with "Latin names" of plants, knowing a plant's botanical name allows you to converse with gardeners all over the world. Here you can look up a plant name, discover its meaning and find a guide to pronouncing it.
Early entrance for The Mercer Society (TMS) VIP members begins Friday, March 18 at 8 a.m. while all other members may enter at 10 a.m. Visit www.themercersociety.org to learn more about becoming a TMS ...
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Here is a quick overview of when to plant the most popular types of vegetables for your spring garden. Scroll down for the full list. Cole crops (broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, spinach): Direct seed around January 16 if ground is workable. For better results, start indoors around December 19 and transplant around February 7. Onions, potatoes, and peas: Plant around December 29. If ...