Houston in Bloom

The Ultimate Houston Planting Guide

Local experts share reliable plants, planting seasons, and garden strategies that work in Houston’s heat, humidity, and diverse soils.

03/23/2026 By Molly Glentzer

Spring Bucket List

How Houstonians Love to Spend Spring

Crawfish boils, Rodeo traditions, gardens, art events, and allergy survival. Here’s how locals make the most of spring in H-Town before the heat sets in.

03/20/2026 Edited by Erica Cheng By Houstonia Staff

Smell the Bluebonnets

Where to Go for the Best Wildflower Experience in Texas

Hike in blooming fields in Hill Country or ride horses on trails at Palo Duro Canyon.

03/14/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Spring Fling

The Ultimate Guide to Common Texas Wildflowers

Look out for these gorgeous, colorful flowers on your walks this spring.

03/14/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez Illustrations by Andy Dearwater

Day Trip

Fresh Out of Spring Break Ideas? Take the Fam to Froberg’s Farm

Whether you’re down to pick some strawberries or just need an excuse to get out of the city, this Alvin farm has what you need.

02/21/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

living color

Find These Avant-Garde Floral Designs All over Houston

Houston designer Bryson Black takes his floral creations to new heights.

07/24/2021 By Laura Furr Mericas

Flower Fever

Your Informal Guide to Azaleas in Houston

The Azalea Trail is canceled, but you can still see the blooms at these H-Town spots.

03/19/2021 By Brittany Cristiano

are these for me?

Treat Yourself (or Someone Else) with These 6 Romantic Gifts

Give your boo a teddy bear or break their heart ... literally.

01/29/2021 By Raven Wuebker

Plant Life

The Houston Botanic Garden Makes Its Debut

What to know about Houston's newest outdoor destination.

09/18/2020 By Gwendolyn Knapp

First Look

Enjoy Italian Fare and a Flower Shop at Fiori

A new Montrose restaurant promises regional Italian and plenty of orchids.

05/26/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Happy in Houston

The Pursuit of Happiness: 60 Ways to Have Your Best Year Ever

New decade, new you.

12/27/2019 Edited by Dianna Wray

National Day of Everything

The To-Doux List: June 7-9

This weekend brings global wellness, best friends, and rosé. Plus, lots of pretty flowers and one of our very favorite sales.

06/06/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Do Good

This Houston Poinsettia Sale Benefits Families In Need

Cornelius Nursery's poinsettia sale raises funds for Lena Pope.

11/05/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Joy Box Flowers Opens New Flower Shop and Design Studio

The floral design company celebrated their new space with a VIP party.

08/03/2018 With Laura Tracy

Ice House

4 Things We Know About the Houston Botanic Garden

From a "plant zoo" to an edible garden, the city's first botanic garden will be both beautiful and educational.

05/29/2018 By Morgan Kinney

Mean Green

The Houston Botanic Garden's First Phase is Underway: Here's the Low Down

There will be 120 acres of botanical beauty between downtown and Hobby.

04/18/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Hill Country Guide

Chasing Bluebonnets, a Texas Tradition

Bluebonnet fans and photographers only had a short window to enjoy their beauty this year, but there's always next year.

04/17/2017 By Marianella Orlando

Get Out

Plant the Seeds of Houston's Future Wildflowers This Weekend

The Parks Department's annual Lady Bird Johnson Tribute enters its 10th year.

11/04/2016 By Katharine Shilcutt

Q&A

The Sweet Power of Flowers

Veranda's editor-in-chief Clinton Smith on growing up in the garden and the biggest mistake people make with flowers.

11/16/2015 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

flower power

MFAH Is in Bloom with Renowned Florescence Floral Competition

Trust: you have never seen flowers like this before.

04/28/2015 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen