Local Stories, Botanical Travel, and Tree Curiosities

While visiting family in Odessa, Florida, I was captivated by the towering Norfolk Pine - an unexpected gem in the tropical landscape. Learn more!

Have you ever wondered what kind of tree matches your personality? Whether you're strong and steady or free-spirited and bold, this lighthearted quiz will help you discover the tree that reflects your unique traits—with roots that run deeper than you might expect.

What started as an extra tree from a Sears sale turned into one of Humble’s most famous oaks. With a working faucet built right through its trunk, this live oak has become a local landmark — and its story is as wild as the tree is resilient.

We don’t yet have the answer to this age old question and the chances are we won’t be around long enough to find out, but check out this blog for the closest answers we have.

I recently took a short trip to the beautiful sunshine state of Florida (St. Petersburg) to bask in the sun and take in the nature, and thought I’d share some of my discoveries with you all in this blog!

Texas' Gulf Coastal region has more than you may think, in this blog we will discuss the history, pop culture, geography, and fun facts about the region.