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| Native Azalea blooming near Mission Tejas State Park |
After several days in the Big Thicket, David and I headed to the picturesque town of Nacogdoches, home to Stephen F. Austin University and Texas' largest Azalea Garden. Since the dogwoods had not started blooming yet we had to see some spring blooms, so azaleas would have to do. And 'do' they did! Although not at peak blooming yet, the azaleas at the Mast Arboretum were stunning. And many of the beautiful homes in town had their own azalea gardens. We strolled the garden on campus and drove around town enjoying the gorgeous color.
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The largest azalea garden in Texas
Ruby Mize Azalea Garden at the Mast Arboretum
on the Stephen F. Austin Campus |
While visiting Nacogdoches we stayed in Mission Tejas State Park and then traveled to Tyler State Park on our way to the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. Both parks were lovely with trails through pine and hardwood forests. David and I enjoy identifying plants that we either think we know or know we don't know. So many hours were spent wandering the forests with our tree and plant guides. As usual Maya was very patient with us.
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Long Leaf or Loblolly Pine?
Inquiring minds want to know... |
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| Early morning on the Nature Trail at Tyler State Park |
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| Spring pool on the Nature Trail at Tyler State Park |
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| One more beautiful azalea... |
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