Artículos de Leaf
Of Oaks and Eagles, and Lichen
Are oaks, eagles, and lichen related? Yes! They are “keystone species.” These species are organisms that have a huge impact upon an ecosystem. Larger than their abundance in that system would suggest. They keep nature’s systems healthy and producing food for all...
Can I Grow Roses in Austin?
Do Roses grow in Austin? Absolutely yes, the right varieties thrive here! It wasn’t that many years ago that roses were considered so fussy that they were banished to separate gardens. No more, thanks to modern genetics. Now you can use them everywhere in the...
Gregg’s Blue Mist Flower
Gregg’s Blue Mist Flower really is a Super Star – Texas Size! Gregg‘s Blue Mist flower was named a Texas Superstar ® in fall of 2024. One of among 90 that have earned this coveted title. Deservedly so! Native to Texas and much of the U.S., Blue Mist attracts a...
Texas Native Plant Palette
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Leaf Presents Vendor of the Year Award to Greenlake Nursery
Featured in Picture Above:Left to right...Trey Wyatt – CoOwner LeafAustin Quimby – Owner GreenlakeJacob Clark – Austin Area Sales GreenlakeBrad Seever – CoOwner Leaf We were finally able to catch up with our friends @greenlakenurserytx to present them with our 2024...
What’s Your Soil?
“What’s your sign?” NOPE “What’s Your Soil?” Austin is a crossroads with 3 soil types and your plants feel the difference. Most Common in Austin Edwards Plateau: Generally, west of I-35. Exposed and/or crumbled limestone and clay soil. Challenge: usually not enough...
An Abelia for Any Location!
Abelias are evergreen to semi evergreen medium size woody shrubs. Their small leaves can be dark green or a combination of colors with many varieties acquiring different colors during cold snaps. But wait there is more! These plants take it further and have beautiful...
Liriope
A dependable upright small or large space filler – Liriope (People say it all kinds of ways, and sometimes call it Monkey Grass! This plant is a actually, a type of lily that looks like a grass. A clumping plant that usually has upright green leaves although...
Texas Mountain Laurel
What’s green and purple and smells like grape soda? The Texas Mountain Laurel, native to central Texas south central Mexico and west to New Mexico. This large shrub has evergreen dark glossy compound (rose-like) leaves and may form a small, multi stemmed tree....
Camellia
What blooms in winter in Austin? Deer Resistant Camellias! SKUs - 5943, 7091, and 7563 Camellias, cultivated in Asia for at least 1000 years, have 2 main types grown in Austin. Japanese and Sasanqua. Both have glossy green leaves and rose shaped flowers. Neither do...
A Guide to USDA Plant Zones in Austin
Austin is unique. Our music, food, and culture. Unique for plants too; Greater Austin encompasses 3 Eco Regions and 2 climate zones - from Jarrell to San Marcos, and roughly Bastrop to Dripping Springs. Fortunately, this resource helps with climate zones. The...
Culture
This is a thank you letter to all you Leafers out there. All of you contribute and nurture our Servant Leadership culture. This the major reason for the success of Leaf Landscape Supply. The main tenant of this would be “ Treat others better than you expect to be...
Smart Irrigation Systems
What is “Smart” Irrigation and why should I care? Let’s start with why. 2 huge reasons. Beneficial to the environment It will hit your pocketbook one way or another very soon. Get ahead of it and reap the savings faster! Like up to 50%!!! PLUS get the bragging rights...
Carolina Cherry Laurel
A Workhorse in Austin Landscapes! Need a fast-growing, big, deer-resistant evergreen hedge but don’t know where to start? Plant Cherry Laurel, also known as Carolina Cherry Laurel! Talk about tough, this plant fared much better than many in the 2021 winter weather...
Wetting our Plants – Austin Style!
Water is News. Where it’s from, going, and the prognosis for more. Too much water or too little. Conservation always important. Modern cities, like Austin, have long range plans which usually include demands to use water sparingly, and encouraging xeriscaping. Texas...
My Favorite Quotes from 2024
2024 has come to a close, as we reflect on the year passed (as I hope you all do) and we set goals and precedents for ourselves for the year to come (which I hope you do even more), I wanted to share 25 of my favorite quotes from my 2024. I hope you find something...
New Year!
Well it’s the New Year. A time of hope and anticipation. The days are getting longer yahoo. Spring comes early usually around here yahoo again. We can reflect on last year and what we learned and accomplished and review things that didn’t work out as planned. Now this...
Exploring Innovations at Epicor Insights 2024 in Las Vegas
Our team recently had the exciting opportunity to attend the **Epicor Insights 2024 Conference** in Las Vegas—a premier event dedicated to exploring the latest innovations in Epicor solutions. The conference served as a valuable platform for learning, networking, and...
Dirt, Soilless Potting Media, Soil
Dirt, Soilless Potting Media, Soil What’s the difference? Can Leaf Landscape Supply help me get the most out of my plants wherever I plant them? You bet! Dirt: It’s everywhere and usually not where you want it! – and it’s not alive, in the sense that it helps...
Coats for Kids at Leaf 2024
Help us put coats on vulnerable Texas children this winter. Get ready to celebrate 38 amazing years of Coats for Kids (CFK), a heartwarming annual event dedicated to bringing cozy, warm winter coats to children in need across Central Texas. Join The Junior League of...
Longhorn & Aggie Pots for Sale!
In anticipation for the huge football game, Leaf Landscape Supply has UT & A&M plant pots for sale this week. We have 4 sizes to choose from: Small pot 3 to 5 gallon $75 Medium pot 5 to 7 gallon $135 Large pot 7 to 15 gallon $200 X-Large pot 15 gallon $330...