Texas Gardeners need books that relate to our unique environmental challenges. These are my favorites for inspiration and instruction. *Some of these books feature important instruction or inspiration alongside plants that are not well suited for Texas, so make sure to research each species before planting in your Texas Garden.

Children’s nature and gardening books can spark a lifelong fascination with and appreciation for the natural world and environment. These beautiful books cultivate curiosity about plants, animals, and ecosystems and instill valuable lessons about responsibility, joy, and our connection to the planet.

These gardening gifts both delight and have actual functional value. As an avid Texas gardener, I use and enjoy them myself. Treat yourself or someone else.

Here’s the gear I use most frequently in my Texas landscape, and a few things I wish I had in my kit.