
Greenbrier: Texas-Tough Vines with a Purpose
Greenbrier Vines are typically dismissed as a nuisance due to their abundant thorns and aggressive growth. But these native plants are the very definition of “Texas-tough”, as the woody vine

Reminder: May 6th Chapter Program – Location Change
A reminder to join us for our May 6th chapter program, a hybrid meeting and joint presentation hosted at the John and Judy Gay Library in McKinney and virtually via Zoom.

Heard Museum Native Plant Sale
The Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary will soon be holding its 36th Annual Spring Native Plant Sale, a must-visit event for both seasoned gardeners and beginners looking to

Hercules’ Club: The Ancient Warrior of Texas Woodlands
In Texas, we are fortunate to have many fascinating native trees in our woodlands. Among them, Hercules Club (Zanthoxylum clava-herculis) stands out with its unique bark and resilience. This native

Harold Laughlin: A Life Dedicated to Nature and Education
While looking through one of our chapter’s old scrapbooks, I found a fascinating article on Harold Laughlin, a noted naturalist, and after Bessie Heard, the most influential person in the Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary’s history. His contributions extended beyond the Heard—he was deeply involved with the Native Plant Society of Texas, helping to advance the understanding and appreciation of native plants.

Monarch Waystation Help Needed
Seeking Volunteers On Saturday February 15 there will be a workday at the Hill County rest area monarch waystations. This effort is part of a NPSOT project to maintain monarch