We have created an entire website just for Texas Gardeners. www.TexasHeirloomSeeds.com
Some Heirloom Seed Varieties Recommend for Texas by Texas A&M
Heirloom Asparagus: Mary Washington
Heirloom Beets: Detroit Dark Red
Heirloom Carrots: Danvers 126
Heirloom Collards: Champion, Georgia Southern and Vates.
Heirloom Cucumbers: National Pickling and Straight 8
Heirloom Beans: Kentucky wonder, Tendergreen, and Dwarf Horticultural Taylor
Heirloom Okra: Clemson Spineless and Emerald.
Heirloom Peppers: California Wonder, Hungarian Wax and Jalapeno.
Heirloom Radishes: Early Scarlet Globe, Cherry Belle.
Texas Gardening Links
Texas A&M Aggie Horticulture
Provides fact sheets, guides and databases that are based on years of testing and practice. More than 50 teachers, scientists, and Extension specialists contribute their work to this website. Our goal is to serve the students, producers, professionals and gardeners of Texas…and the World.
Texas Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association
Their primary mission is to promote organic agriculture as a sustainable systems approach in the production of food and fiber – a system that protects human and animal health, and preserves the environment.
Home Grown Texas
Timely and timeless information for Texas gardeners. Homegrown shows how to garden successfully and enjoyably in Texas while having a positive impact on the environment. You’ll learn that organic gardening is the only way to go if you want a truly Texas-friendly outdoor space.
Texas A&M Tomato Problem Solver
Very cool site that can really help with your tomato woes. Great pictures and information.
Common Insects of Texas
Fantastic on-line source to help identify those bugs!
Native Plant Society of Texas
To promote research, conservation and utilization of native plants and plant habitats of Texas through education, outreach and example.
Texas A&M Soil Testing
Get your soil tested today!
East Texas Gardening
Your source for gardening information specific to the East Texas region.
Central Texas Gardening
“Gardening in our part of the world is quite a challenge, but with the right plants and the right techniques you can be a successful Central Texas gardener.”
Texas Garden Clubs
Formed in 1928 the mother organization for all Texas Garden Clubs.
Austin Herb Society
Austin Area Garden Clubs
Soul of the Garden
Tom Spencer, host of Central Texas Gardener and The Greenthumb Hour, brings together his articles, photographs, and inspiration. Some beautiful pictures and great inspiration for your own gardening projects.
The Natural Gardener
Very hip Austin based company with lots of great information.
Texas Gourd Society
http://www.texasgourdsociety.org/
Houston Rose Society
http://www.houstonrose.org/
Texas Master Gardener Association
http://txmg.org/
Harris County Master Gardeners
http://hcmga.tamu.edu/Public/
Hill Country Master Gardeners
http://www.hillcountrymastergardeners.org/
Seed Sources
Sustainable Seed Company
East Texas Seed Company http://www.easttexasseedcompany.com/
Texas Bluebonnet Seed Company http://www.texasbluebonnetseeds.com/
Texas Foundation Seed Service http://tfss.tamu.edu/
Texas Mountain Laurel http://www.texasmountainlaurel.com/
