Allen Garden Club

10/19/2026

Fall is for planting trees, shrubs, and perennials.

We’re planting in October for a better garden next July. 🌱

Fall gives many North Texas trees, shrubs, and hardy perennials time to establish before next summer’s heat. But does everything on the nursery bench belong in your garden now?

Our latest article explores what to plant, what to ask before it goes in your wagon, and how to help new plants through their first winter.

And speaking of wagons… the CCMGA Fall Plant Sale is October 24! Look for this year’s plant list in mid-October. Past sales have featured coneflowers, gaura, salvias, Turk’s cap, and more. A great opportunity to pick up new fall plants selected for North Texas. https://bit.ly/CCMGA-FallPlantSale

Read “Fall Planting in North Texas”: https://bit.ly/3Vjp4r8

10/19/2026

Now is the time to plant spring blooming bulbs.

October is one of my favorite months of the year. The hellish heat of summer has lost its grip; the days are getting shorter, and gardeners across Texas are getting a second wind. After months of mowing, watering, sweating, and trying to keep plants alive, we can finally get back to the enjoyable bu

10/18/2026

We made lots of butterflies and spiders at the Old-Fashioned Fall at the Allen Heritage Village today.🦋🕷

10/17/2026

We are so happy to have the new plants in our Adopt a Spot garden at the Heritage Park playground. We started work at around 9 and finished at noon. We planted, watered, and applied the mulch. Thanks to our volunteers who helped make this happen!

10/17/2026

We are getting ready to plant at our Adopt a Spot this morning.

10/14/2026

The Collin County Master Gardeners Fall Plant Sale is just around the corner! Mark your calendars and get there early for the best selection!

Only 10 days until North Texas gardeners get first pick at some of the best fall planting options around!

💚 Native plants
💜 Pollinator favorites
🌿 Tough perennials
🌼 Locally grown & Texas-tested

Come early, bring your plant list, and get your cart ready—this event is known to sell out fast.

CCMGA Fall Plant Sale: https://bit.ly/CCMGA-FallPlantSale
Our event plant list is available for download on our event website.

Sat, Oct 24 | 9AM–Noon (or until inventory is sold out)
Open to the Public • No Sales Tax • No Entry Fee • Rain or Shine
Myers Park & Event Center (7117 Co Rd 166, McKinney, TX 75071)

‼️ Please Note:
💳 This is a cashless event. We accept debit, credit, and checks.
🪴 Inventory varies by category and is first-come, first-served. Come early!
🐶 No pets are allowed (service animals welcome).

10/10/2026

We are ready for Fall Fest!🍁🍂 We are making lots of butterflies and spiders!🦋🕷

10/09/2026

Fall Fest is tomorrow!