tree giveaway 2019 photo round-up
Yard of the Month Wrap-up: Congratulations Winners August – October
August Winning Yards
WHAT WE LOVE!
2317 Georgetown Dr.
The Ligon's use shade loving, WaterSmart plants and xeriscapes often. One will find a nice variety of plants including sage, artemisia, jasmine begonias, and white caladium, to name a few.
2119 Kayewood Dr.
The native species - A corner bed filled with multi-colored zinnias, tall red yuccas, and desert willows catch one’s eye. A crepe myrtle is thriving and lilies and coneflowers bloom seasonally.
1721 Bolivar St.
A tropical motif is maintained throughout. The shrubs are nicely sculpted and a variety of flowers are evenly distributed throughout the property including roses, vinca, calibrachoa, and geraniums among others.
1105 Bayfield St.
Eric credits Charlotte with choosing all the plants which accompany each other perfectly - complementary textures and shades of green, such as variegated liriope, false aralia, potato vine, & caladiums grow among the bushes.
308 S. Crawford St.
DeDee McCaffrey’s yard features a variety of flowers and trees including roses, hibiscus, and lilies, Texas native crepe myrtles as well as palm and fruit trees.
700 Ticonderoga Dr.
When the Ewing's purchased their home, there were no trees. Today the yard is filled with well-established Shumard Red Oaks in both the front and back yards. The couple agrees they enjoy doing the work and being good neighbors.
Peoples Funeral Home - 1122 E. Mulberry St.
Peoples Funeral Home has been serving Denton for forty-five years, and has been owned by Clifton Maxfield since 2007. Peoples’ yard features manicured shrubs as well as a variety of flowers including marigolds, pentas, Mexican petunias, and desert rock purslane.
308 S Crawford St.
1105 Bayfield St.
1721 Bolivar St.
2119 Kayewood Dr.
2317 Georgetown Dr.
Peoples Funeral Home 1122 E. Mulberry St.
700 Ticonderoga Dr.
September Winning Yards
WHAT WE LOVE!
3900 Meadowtrail Ln.
Trees and fall of color - different species of trees including a maple, crepe myrtle, and desert willow can be found as well as brilliantly colored annuals that line the front walk.
2811 Emerson Ln.
Grady Miles’ yard in northeast Denton has a lot to offer! The yard boasts a nice variety of plants including an oak tree, Purple Heart, Autumn Sage, and Lantana. Miles has done all the landscaping himself.
619 W. Parkway St.
The Houdek’s have cultivated a space where symmetry present in the architecture is repeated in the landscape by placing matching elements on both sides of the entry walkway, bestowing a cohesive, formal quality to the site.
321 S. Wood St.
This yard if full of native plants including zinnias and salvia that add pops of color. A redbud tree completes the Texas-friendly landscaping in this water smart yard.
120 Kentucky Derby Dr.
Leslie Stewart works hard to make sure her yard is growing in a sustainable direction. She experiments with xeriscaping and organic fertilizers. The yard features a minimal lawn, drought-resistant plants, and live oak trees.
1512 Vista Verde Rd.
Brian and Amy Griesemer keep a beautiful yard with trees and native plants aplenty including amelias, Indian hawthorn, azaleas, and Turk’s cap showing off a bold red blossom.
DATCU – 3210 Teasley Ln.
DATCU’s Teasley Lane location is home to a large assortment of native plants making this yard pollinator friendly - Swallowtail butterflies and Dragonflies have been spotted on site!
120 Kentucky Derby Dr.
321 S. Wood St.
619 W. Parkway St.
1512 Vista Verde Rd.
2811 Emerson Dr.
3900 Meadowtrail Ln.
DATCU - 3210 Teasley Ln.
October Winning Yards
WHAT WE LOVE!
421 Headlee St.
The inviting yard is enhanced by spots of color from pots of Bougainvillea and bedding plants. Don't miss the beautiful Japanese Maple tree and bed of ferns that give life to a shady area.
1119 Emerson Dr.
Accented by plant beds, multiple trees provide shade for the yard. Native plants are aplenty in a bed featuring Miscanthus adagio, Black Diamond Crape Myrtle, and red yucca.
2119 Jacqueline St.
This yard has something for everyone! Not only will one see many trees, but also a wide variety of plants are thriving including Lantana, Turks Cap, Salvia, and Ruilla are all in bloom, and several butterflies can also be seen enjoying the plants.
1309 Angelina Bend Dr.
Nathan Reed focuses on water reduction and bringing in pollinators. Native species including Salvia, Turks Cap, Autumn sage, Red yucca, and Skullcap milkweed can be found in this water smart yard.
1001 Matt Dr.
Newly created plant beds and window planters showcase bed features cacti, yucca, anchor rocks, and mums. Non-plant features such as a saddle and stars provide a Texas-centric feel to this developing yard.
Roselawn Memorial Park - 3801 Roselawn Dr.
Roselawn Memorial Park is filled with trees, flowers, and plants. We really love the trees - a large oak tree, Dwarf Japanese red maple trees, and dark leaved crape myrtles provide shade and blooming beauty.
421 Headlee St.
1001 Matt Dr.
1119 Emerson Dr.
1309 Angelina Bend Dr.
2119 Jacqueline St.
Roselawn Memorial Park - 3801 Roselawn Dr.
Quakertown Park: Mapping Past & Present
The Quakertown Neighborhood, a thriving community at the turn of the 20th century, has a rich history of African American heritage. Today, Quakertown Park covers the area adjacent the Denton Civic Center, Civic Center Pool, and senior center, which continues to be a hub of activity. The park is host to KDB events including the Redbud Festival and the Great American Cleanup after-party as well as arts-centered Denton Arts & Jazz Festival and Denton Blues Festival.
Over the past 20+ years, KDB has planted numerous trees within Quakertown Park in celebration of National Arbor Day, contributing to the park’s abundant urban forest. More recently, the City of Denton Parks and Recreation Department has made major improvements to the park to beautify the historic space. It is truly a hidden gem in the middle of lil’ d!
Recently, Denton resident Mike Savage took a deep dive into finding out more about the history of the area. From a variety of sources, Mike has gathered information and created a map used by the Denton County Office of History & Culture during White Lilac tours. On his maps, homes and businesses of the Quakertown Neighborhood are presented with new park features such as picnic tables, historical markers, and public art.
We are excited to share Mike’s map as an opportunity to learn more about history while getting outside and enjoying one of Denton’s most beautiful public parks. Click the map below to open in a new screen.
Mike Savage, 2019