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A. Plumeria is a great hot weather
tropical, known for its fragrant colorful flowers used in Hawaiian
leis. It cannot tolerate temperatures below 50 degrees.
If it’s in a container, move it to a warm garage, and withhold
all water. The plant stores water in its stems, and is best left
alone while dormant. If the plant’s in the ground, dig it
up and hang it upside down in the garage or protected storage space.
People cramped for space may also remove the plant from the container
and store bareroot. Next spring, replant, water, and fertilize.
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|  Fall
Aster (Aster oblongifolius)
Fall aster is a dependable performer in our central Texas climate.
Each fall the 2 to 3 foot mounded plants are covered with nickel-sized
lavender flowers
with yellow centers.
This perennial insists on having good soil drainage, and detests
being over fertilized and over watered. They are a must for
waterwise landscaping.
For a stunning fall show, plant them in front of purple-blooming
Mexican bush sage or yellow-blooming Mexican mint marigold. They
also make a good cut flower. Cut plants back in spring (until mid-July)
to maintain a dense growth habit.
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Get those wildflower seeds in the ground
now! If you love our spring’s show time, this is when to plant.
For best results, prepare the soil by lightly raking. Mix seeds
with sand or soil to more easily scatter. Tamp down & water.
Note: Most wildflowers need full sun.
Divide spring-blooming perennials. Dig sweet potatoes before the
first frost. Also, if you want to save your caladiums, dig them
up soon, dry them off, and store them in sawdust or perlite in the
garage. Some people store them in panty house. Make knots between
each tuber to avoid contact, which can lead to rot.
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