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Greetings!
Warm wishes from Texas Discovery Gardens!
Here's a cold weather tip from Randy Johnson, our Director of Horticulture: The single most important thing to do before you reach freezing temperatures is to ... water! Make sure your landscape and all container-grown plants are thoroughly watered prior to the freeze. This 'seals' the soil by filling all pore-space with water, and it actually impedes the entry of that cold, freezing air into the root-zone ... THAT is what will kill plants. Protecting roots is key to winter survival, that and selecting plants appropriate for this region. After all, a well-watered orchid kept outside will freeze no matter what you do. 
If you're still looking for holiday gift ideas, we have gift cards available for admission or in the gift shop! Our reduced price $45 family memberships also make a great present. Call (214) 428-7476 x 341, visit TexasDiscoveryGardens.org, or stop by to purchase.
Happy Gardening,
Texas Discovery Gardens
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December Calendar
 Butterfly Seasons: Winter
With Dale Clark
Saturday, December 10, 10 am - 11 am
Dallas County Lepidopterist Society's co-founder Dale Clark focuses on winter butterflies -- yes, we have butterflies in winter here! Discover the various ways our native species have adapted methods to cope with our often harsh winters and survive! Advance registration encouraged.
$15; $10 for TDG Members.
Garden Walk: Living Ornaments
Saturday, December 17, 11 am - noon
See how colorful a winter garden can be and learn how to make natural ornaments taken from the outdoors. Dress for an outdoors walk; children welcome. Included with admission ($8/adults, $6/seniors 60+, and $4/children 3-11). Pay at door.
Want a sneak peak at our 2012 spring calendar? See it here! |
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Art Exhibitions
 Inside the Butterfly House: Enjoy whimsical papier-mâché bugs and ceramics by Dan and Lori Dudley with Dirt on your Skirt Studio. These pieces start moving out on Wednesday, so it's your last chance to see them in our tropical environment!
In the Gallery: Texas Discovery Gardens' fall and winter exhibition by Silvia Thornton and Anne Neal blends natural elements and the artistic process. "The Nature of Art" plays with the broad theme through different uses of encaustic (beeswax and pigment) and fused glass, among other media.
Our exhibitions are curated by Janet Reynolds.
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70th Anniversary Membership Special: Half off Membership Prices!
 Reliant Energy has partnered with Texas Discovery Gardens for our 70th Anniversary Membership Drive! For new and renewed memberships sold by May, 2012, Reliant Energy will donate matching funds of up to $5,000 to the Gardens. Become a member here!
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 Donor Spotlight
Texas Discovery Gardens would like to thank Barefoot Wine & Bubbly for sponsoring our Butterfly Wonderland event Dec. 1 and 3. Guests enjoyed complimentary wine and champagne and live music as they shopped at our annual Gift Shop Sale. We would also like to thank Whole Foods Market for donating delicious cheese platters to compliment the drinks.
If you missed the event, our gift shop sale continues. Stop by and enjoy your holiday shopping! |
| Annual Gift Shop Sale |
Enjoy shopping for gifts for any budget.
T-Shirts and kid's items are under $25; find scarves, stained glass, and more for under $50, and one-of-a-kind jewelry for that special someone. Enjoy multiple items on sale up to 60% off. Members save an extra 10%! |
| Stop by our Gift Shop to purchase. Open Daily 10 am - 5 pm. |
