Mexican Flame Vine is a wonderful vine with a long blooming period until the first good frost. It has deep green leaves back-dropping beautiful orange daisy flowers. Very easy to … Read More
Mona Lavender…Not the True Lavender
When most people think of Lavender, they are thinking of true Lavender from the Lavendula genus, which is known for its wonderful fragrance. Mona Lavender is an annual plant from … Read More
Oh, the Wonders of Coral Vine!
I suspect most of you have noticed the hot pink flowers cascading over fences all over town. It’s what we fondly call Coral Vine-Antigonon leptopus. It is the prettiest vine … Read More
Plumeria, Frangipanis, Hawaiian Lei Flower
Plumeria, Frangipanis, Hawaiian Lei Flower, no matter what you call them they are beautiful and one of the easiest plants to grow in South Texas! Native to Central America, Mexico, … Read More
Mystic Spires Salvia In The Garden!
This is one of my favorites. It has the most beautiful blue blooms all fall, winter and spring. They love the sun. I fertilize mine periodically with Medina Hasta-Gro Fertilizer and … Read More
Benefits Of Marigolds In Your Veggie Garden!
You may have heard that marigolds are a great companion plant for tomatoes or other veggies, but why? Marigolds actually have a compound in their root system called alpha-terthienyl, which … Read More
One of My Favorite Plants: Firespike
One of my favorite plants: Firespike, aka Firespike Odontonema strictum. This is one the easiest plants to grow whether in the ground or in a pot. Break off a piece, … Read More
Vinca- a favorite summer flower!
Vinca a.k.a. Periwinkle is one the best summer flowers you can grow when planted at the right time and with a few extra steps to insure success. First, wait for … Read More
Unmistakably Beautiful Antique Roses
If you want an old fashioned rose, come in and get them while they’re here! Unlike shrub roses, antique roses have a full rich fragrance, and often have a much … Read More
Lynn’s Amaryllis: A Gift From Mom For a Lifetime
Lynn Fernand has been working with us at Gill’s since 1991, that’s 25 years! She has as much love and energy for plants as anyone I know; her passion is … Read More