Houston Gardening Guide
Monthly Garden Calendar
Your month-by-month guide to successful gardening in Houston, Texas. Learn what to plant, how to maintain your landscape, and seasonal tips from local experts.
This Month: December
Focus on protection and planning. Enjoy the cooler weather and plan for spring.
Planting
- •Plant bare-root roses and trees
- •Add cool-season color plants
- •Force paperwhites indoors
Maintenance
- •Protect tender plants from freezes
- •Water during dry winter spells
- •Plan next year's garden
Lawn Care
- •Keep lawn clear of debris
- •Avoid foot traffic on frozen grass
- •Review lawn care schedule for next year
Detailed Monthly Tasks
December
Focus on protection and planning. Enjoy the cooler weather and plan for spring.
Planting
- ✓Plant bare-root roses and trees
- ✓Add cool-season color plants
- ✓Force paperwhites indoors
Maintenance
- ✓Protect tender plants from freezes
- ✓Water during dry winter spells
- ✓Plan next year's garden
Lawn Care
- ✓Keep lawn clear of debris
- ✓Avoid foot traffic on frozen grass
- ✓Review lawn care schedule for next year
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