Articles by Leaf
Liriope
A dependable upright small or large space filler – Liriope (People say it all kinds of ways, and sometimes call it Monkey Grass! This plant is a actually, a type of lily that looks like a grass. A clumping plant that usually has upright green leaves although...
Texas Mountain Laurel
What’s green and purple and smells like grape soda? The Texas Mountain Laurel, native to central Texas south central Mexico and west to New Mexico. This large shrub has evergreen dark glossy compound (rose-like) leaves and may form a small, multi stemmed tree....
Camellia
What blooms in winter in Austin? Deer Resistant Camellias! SKUs - 5943, 7091, and 7563 Camellias, cultivated in Asia for at least 1000 years, have 2 main types grown in Austin. Japanese and Sasanqua. Both have glossy green leaves and rose shaped flowers. Neither do...
A Guide to USDA Plant Zones in Austin
Austin is unique. Our music, food, and culture. Unique for plants too; Greater Austin encompasses 3 Eco Regions and 2 climate zones - from Jarrell to San Marcos, and roughly Bastrop to Dripping Springs. Fortunately, this resource helps with climate zones. The...
Culture
This is a thank you letter to all you Leafers out there. All of you contribute and nurture our Servant Leadership culture. This the major reason for the success of Leaf Landscape Supply. The main tenant of this would be “ Treat others better than you expect to be...
Smart Irrigation Systems
What is “Smart” Irrigation and why should I care? Let’s start with why. 2 huge reasons. Beneficial to the environment It will hit your pocketbook one way or another very soon. Get ahead of it and reap the savings faster! Like up to 50%!!! PLUS get the bragging rights...
Carolina Cherry Laurel
A Workhorse in Austin Landscapes! Need a fast-growing, big, deer-resistant evergreen hedge but don’t know where to start? Plant Cherry Laurel, also known as Carolina Cherry Laurel! Talk about tough, this plant fared much better than many in the 2021 winter weather...
Wetting our Plants – Austin Style!
Water is News. Where it’s from, going, and the prognosis for more. Too much water or too little. Conservation always important. Modern cities, like Austin, have long range plans which usually include demands to use water sparingly, and encouraging xeriscaping. Texas...
My Favorite Quotes from 2024
2024 has come to a close, as we reflect on the year passed (as I hope you all do) and we set goals and precedents for ourselves for the year to come (which I hope you do even more), I wanted to share 25 of my favorite quotes from my 2024. I hope you find something...
New Year!
Well it’s the New Year. A time of hope and anticipation. The days are getting longer yahoo. Spring comes early usually around here yahoo again. We can reflect on last year and what we learned and accomplished and review things that didn’t work out as planned. Now this...
Exploring Innovations at Epicor Insights 2024 in Las Vegas
Our team recently had the exciting opportunity to attend the **Epicor Insights 2024 Conference** in Las Vegas—a premier event dedicated to exploring the latest innovations in Epicor solutions. The conference served as a valuable platform for learning, networking, and...
Dirt, Soilless Potting Media, Soil
Dirt, Soilless Potting Media, Soil What’s the difference? Can Leaf Landscape Supply help me get the most out of my plants wherever I plant them? You bet! Dirt: It’s everywhere and usually not where you want it! – and it’s not alive, in the sense that it helps...
Coats for Kids at Leaf 2024
Help us put coats on vulnerable Texas children this winter. Get ready to celebrate 38 amazing years of Coats for Kids (CFK), a heartwarming annual event dedicated to bringing cozy, warm winter coats to children in need across Central Texas. Join The Junior League of...
Longhorn & Aggie Pots for Sale!
In anticipation for the huge football game, Leaf Landscape Supply has UT & A&M plant pots for sale this week. We have 4 sizes to choose from: Small pot 3 to 5 gallon $75 Medium pot 5 to 7 gallon $135 Large pot 7 to 15 gallon $200 X-Large pot 15 gallon $330...
Prepackaged Fertilizer
Organic is always better than synthetic, right? Happily, mostly yes. Interestingly enough, plants don’t care! Basics of fertilizers, important to know. Both organic and synthetic contain NPK, the top 3 substances needed in the soil to encourage healthy plants. Both...
Carex Varieties
Carex Varieties: Understanding Characteristics and Differences The genus Carex, also known as sedges, encompasses a broad range of grass-like plants that bring unique texture, color, and functionality to gardens and landscapes. Found in wetland areas, woodlands,...
How can AI help?
An AI-driven leader understands that AI isn't just a tool but a powerful "thinking partner" for employees, helping them brainstorm ideas, streamline tasks, and even approach problems from new perspectives. At Leaf Landscape Supply, AI can be that versatile support...
Customer is King
Ok so you’ve probably heard this from me before. Our customers pay all of our salaries, bills and everything we do. That is why they are the Kings if you will of our business. They trust and choose to do business with us and we earn that trust with the quality,...
Community Give-Back – Cunningham Elementary
Earlier this year, Leaf Landscape Supply donated plants to Cunningham Elementary School in South Austin. These plants have helped to beautify the Cunningham Elementary school grounds. Check out some of the images below! We are grateful for our customers and our city,...
2024 Austin Garden Tour Recap
Leaf Landscape Supply just completed our first Annual Austin Landscape Artistry Showcase, aka The Garden Tour! The event went amazing and had a great turn out!! Garden enthusiasts and industry professionals enjoyed discovering these amazing projects and meeting with...
A Celebration of Creativity and Beauty
Implementing Full Barcoding Capabilities at Leaf Landscape Supply: Enhancing Inventory Management and Customer Service At Leaf, our commitment to exceptional customer service drives every decision we make. As a leading wholesale plant nursery, we understand that...