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Importance of Native Milkweed

September 2, 2015

The milkweed is the only plant on which monarch butterflies will lay their eggs and caterpillars feed.
We have lost 90% of the monarch population in the last 25 years…

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Weekly Wildflowers of Texas

July 22, 2015

This summer, we have been talking about and sharing native wildflowers that you can find growing in Houston and southeast Texas…

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DIY Toad Abode

June 29, 2015

Toad abodes are a whimsical and practical projects and make charming additions to any garden. Toads are beneficial critters because they consume insects and…

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The Arboretum is currently CLOSED due to the continuing power outage caused by Hurricane Beryl. All classes and events on Monday, July 15 and Tuesday, July 16 have been cancelled or postponed. Please check back for updates.
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