Native Plant Society of Texas, Collin County Chapter
| Plant of the Month,
White milkwort, Polygala alba |
Plant Description |
Upcoming Events |
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Common Name: White Milkwort
Scientific name: Polygala alba
Advantages:
--Well-behaved, stays right where you plant it.
--Long Bloom Time
--It is distateful, but nontoxic, to deer and rabbits.
Height: 6 to 12 inches
Bloom Color: Brilliant snowy white
Bloom Time: April to November
Sun: Dappled shade, part shade, full sun
Soil: Sand, clay, caliche, limestone; well drained
Propagation: Seed
See more 'Nice Plants' and their descriptions on the "Plants' page |
Next Meeting:
February 7, 2012
Landscaping with Native Plants
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| Chapter Info |
Useful Sites to Visit |
Upcoming Events |
The purpose of the Native Plant Society of Texas (NPSOT) is
to promote the conservation, research and utilization of the native plants and
plant habitats of Texas, through education, outreach and example.
To this end, the Collin County Chapter of NPSOT holds monthly meetings January through
October featuring speakers on topics related to native plants and habitats,
sponsors donations for native plant demonstration gardens, plans field trips,
and hosts native plant information tables at local outdoor events. |
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--Heard Museum Annual Native Plant Sale, April 13-15
--May 5th, Stiff Creek Wildflower Walk, Northern Colin County.
--3rd Week of each Month: Thursday and Saturday -- Maintenance in the Heard Gardens,
9:30 am to 12:00 pm
-October 18 - 21 -- NPSOT Annual Symposium. This year it will be in Lubbock, TX.
Click to visit the NPSOT Site for more Information
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