This is a native Texas evergreen with a height of up to 90 feet. The trunk generally reaches 2 feet in diameter and will have unique blue-gray foliage…
Bur Oak
A large deciduous tree being able to reach 80 feet in height; however, the spread is generally less than 30 feet when mature…
Pecan
Who does not love the state tree of Texas. The Pecan can rise 120 feet in height and with a 75 foot canopy. This is quite an impressive tree…
Shumard Oak
A large forest tree reaching heights of 100 feet or more and a trunk to 3 feet in diameter, with a wide-spreading, symmetrical crown. The Shurmard is…
Removing a Limb from a Tree
What is the best way to deal with broken tree branches from icy weather? It is best to allow the damaged tree to thaw before attempting to work with it as your efforts may produce more damage. Do not attempt to remove ice by striking the branches. Trees are fairly...
Recommend Fast Growing Trees
We are building a house on property that has no trees. Can you recommend some fast growing trees that will shade the house? There are important questions to consider before you start selecting trees. First, consider why there are no trees on the property. It may be...
Is There a List of Native Shrubs and Trees For Parker County?
Please discuss native plants for Parker County. For best results, we recommend that you use plants that are native to our area, or have been proven to be adaptable to the soils and climate of Parker County. These plants will thrive with a reasonable amount of care,...
Can I be Firewise and keep my trees?
How can I be Firewise and keep my trees? Preparing your property for fire does not mean removing all your trees. There are many things you can do to make your home resistant from embers or fires that may involve simply removing overhanging branches or limbing trees up...
How Does One Propagate Weeping Yaupon Hollies
A popular method of plant propagation is by rooting your own cuttings the following is from an article by Skip Richter, Extension agent for Texas Cooperative Extension and host of “Gardening with Skip”, a weekly news segment provided free of charge by Texas...
Are Red Tip Photinias the Same as Fraser’s Photinias?
Yes, these are one and the same. A related species is Photinia serrulata (Chinese photinia) a coarser texture, taller plant (12 to 20 feet). It makes an excellent screen and is resistant to heat and drought but is highly susceptible to powdery mildew, during moist...