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Fruit Trees & Berries at Twin OaksEnjoy your own Backyard Orchard! Whether you have lots of room, or just a small space you can enjoy growing your own Fruit & Berries. Twin Oaks Nursery carries a large selection of Fruit Trees, Pecans, Berries & Grapes all recommended for North Texas & Southern Oklahoma. Your Fruit of Choice. In North Texas the best production fruit trees start with the letter P. Including Peaches, Plums, P… Read more

Tips for Attracting Butterflies to Your GardenNectar Plants Most adult butterflies feed on nectar sipped from plants. Butterflies have their favorite nectar sources but will feed on a wide range of flowers. To keep butterflies visiting throughout the year, plant a variety of flowering shrubs, perennials, annuals, and herbs. Plant each species in clusters of 3-9 plants to create showy blocks of color and fragrance. Nectar plants are crucial for b… Read more

How to Care for Your HydrangeasTo properly care for your hydrangeas, it's important to know what type you have and how it blooms. Here’s a guide to different hydrangea varieties and their blooming habits: Old Wood Hydrangeasvarieties: Mophead, Lacecap, and Oakleaf Hydrangeas Blooming Habit: These hydrangeas bloom on old wood, meaning their flower buds form in the fall for the next summer.Pruning: If you trim these hydrangeas in the fall, winter… Read more

JanuaryVeggies and Food Gardens: Mid – Late January start Tomatoes, Broccoli, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Lettuce, Peppers, & Eggplant for your spring Gardens. Plant onion slips, snap peas, and asparagus later in the monthFruit trees and bushes: Prune as needed, transplant while root systems are dormant and spray dormant oil to eliminate over wintering insects. Plant any fruit trees, berry bushes, pecan trees. Remove 80-85% of cane growth for grap… Read more

DIY Tree Planting GuideDigging the Hole: Dig a hole that is 1.5 times wider than the root ball.Make sure the top of the root ball is 1-2 inches above the soil level to prevent drowning.Preparing the Plant: Remove the plant from its container.Check the root ball. Cut or spread any roots that are circling around the container.Planting: Place your tree in the newly dug hole and ensure the trunk of the plant is straight.Fill the hole with a mix of… Read more