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03JanJanuary 3, 2026

Acer truncatum, The Shantung Maple

At Home Botanist Team2026-01-03T19:28:59-06:00

Shantung Maple is a deciduous maple grown primarily as a small-to-medium shade and ornamental tree for home landscapes. Gardeners recognize it by its neat, rounded form, dense branching, and thick, leathery, dark green

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07DecDecember 7, 2025

Hippeastrum x johnsonii, The Hardy Amaryllis

At Home Botanist Team2025-12-07T20:26:06-06:00

The Hardy Amaryllis, known botanically as Hippeastrum x johnsonii, is a hybrid plant resulting from a cross between

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01NovNovember 1, 2025

Schizachyrium scoparium, Little Bluestem

At Home Botanist Team2025-11-01T18:19:07-06:00

Little Bluestem, scientifically known as Schizachyrium scoparium, is a warm-season perennial bunchgrass distinguished by its striking blue-green

By At Home Botanist Teamnative plants, native plant, native, drought, Poor Soil, clay, heat, dry soil, monoecious, wildflowersRead more...
08OctOctober 8, 2025

Tagetes lucida, Mexican Mint Marigold

At Home Botanist Team2025-10-08T19:39:40-06:00

Mexican Mint Marigold, scientifically known as *Tagetes lucida*, is a ‘Texas Superstar’ perennial plant recognized for its bright yellow to golden-orange blooms and an upright, bushy growth habit.

By At Home Botanist Teamnative plant, native, drought, Poor Soil, clay, heat, dry soil, monoecious, wildflowers, native plantsRead more...
02SepSeptember 2, 2025

Calylophus berlandieri, Berlandier’s Sundrops

At Home Botanist Team2025-09-02T08:24:40-06:00

Calylophus, botanically known as Calylophus berlandieri, is a perennial plant native to North America with bright yellow blooms that exude a delicate appeal.

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01AugAugust 1, 2025

Farfugium japonicum, Leopard Plant

At Home Botanist Team2025-07-30T14:00:22-06:00

Leopard Plant, or Farfugium japonicum, is a semi-evergreen perennial recognized for its ornamental foliage and yellow flowers. The plant originates from Japan and Korea, often found in shaded or semi-shaded environments.

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01JulJuly 1, 2025

Malus ioensis, Prairie Crabapple

At Home Botanist Team2025-06-23T14:05:28-06:00

The Prairie Crabapple, scientifically known as Malus ioensis, is a deciduous tree native to North America, primarily found in the central United States. This small tree holds ornamental value due to its attractive, showy white to pink flowers that bloom in the spring.

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01JunJune 1, 2025

Spigelia marilandica, Indian Pink

At Home Botanist Team2025-05-23T14:45:44-06:00

Indian Pink, scientifically known as Spigelia marilandica, is a herbaceous perennial native to North America. It is recognized for its striking red tubular flowers with yellow throats, which bloom primarily in late spring to early summer.

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01MayMay 1, 2025

Viburnum rufidulum, Rusty Blackhaw

At Home Botanist Team2025-05-03T16:48:00-06:00

Rusty Blackhaw Viburnum is a deciduous shrub notable for its versatility and ornamental qualities, making it a popular choice in varied landscaping applications

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01AprApril 1, 2025

Muhlenbergia capillaris, Pink Muhly Grass

At Home Botanist Team2025-03-25T09:37:47-06:00

Pink Muhly Grass, scientifically known as Muhlenbergia capillaris, features finely textured, hair-like foliage that forms a dense, clump-forming grass.

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