Turner will be teaching an informative class called, "Lone Star Greats: Tough Texas Plants." The class is $20 for members and $22 for non-members of the Arboretum. Here, Turner will share his expert knowledge on what plants are "must-haves" for the year and which ones are great for the North Texas climate based on the results of our Plant Trial Program.           
          
Turner awards only the toughest plants with his coveted "FlameProof" designation, and this will be your one chance to purchase these plants that are able to withstand the sweltering heat of a Texas summer. Afterwards, students who participate in the class will get to have first pick at the private Plant Sale from 5:30pm to 8pm.

From full sun to deepest shade or annual to perennial there will be something for every gardener at this plant sale. Many of these plants have been chosen by Jimmy Turner based on the results from the Plant Trials and the display gardens at the Arboretum. As those who have attended in the past can attest, you never know what neat, new and rare plant might show up for sale!

"There is one chance a year to buy the neat and rare, as well as the tried and true," said Turner. "And even though we buy a lot, there is never enough!"

With over 23,000 plants on site for sale, there will be something for everyone, including some of the most gorgeous perennials, succulents, and summer annuals. There are also tropical and rare plants for the seasoned horticulturalist

With some plants starting from $1 up, it doesn’t cost a lot of "green" to get something beautiful that will be enjoyed for many years to come. Dallas County Master Gardeners will also be at the sale, providing expert knowledge on gardening and pointing out must-have plants. The sale is for any level of gardener from the novice to the expert.