Bluebonnet Garden Club

09/08/2026

The Bluebonnet Garden Club presents the September Yard of the Month to Bill and Lois Rankin at 2600 Mustang Road.

The Rankins’ beautiful landscape is filled with colorful blooms and textures, creating an eye-catching garden. Their yard features a wonderful variety of flowers, including lantana, a beautiful large firecracker bush, zinnias, globe amaranth, mealy cup sage, and Pride of Barbados.

The vibrant colors and variety of plants create a cheerful display that beautifully complements their home and attracts an abundance of pollinators. From the bright blooms throughout the garden beds to the carefully maintained landscape, the Rankins’ garden is a wonderful example of how flowers can add personality to a home.

Congratulations to Bill and Lois Rankin on being selected as the Bluebonnet Garden Club’s September Yard of the Month!

September Yard of the Month was chosen by Allye Schroeder Grabarschick, Liz Williams, and Jennifer Hermann.

08/07/2026

The Bluebonnet Garden Club has selected the residence of Shannon and Lance Altman at 107 W Bryan Street as its August Yard of the Month. (courtesy Bluebonnet Garden Club) The …

08/01/2026

Congratulations to our August Yard of the Month!

The Bluebonnet Garden Club has selected the residence of Shannon and Lance Altman at 107 W Bryan Street as its August Yard of the Month.

The Altmans' thoughtfully designed landscape showcases a vibrant array of colorful blooms and variegated foliage, creating an inviting display for the neighborhood.

Their dedication to maintaining and enhancing their landscape has resulted in a beautiful, pollinator-friendly garden that provides enjoyment for both residents and the many butterflies it attracts.

The front landscape features colorful lantana, begonias, and vincas, which serve as a
welcoming haven for butterflies of all sizes. Well-manicured shrubs and variegated Aztec grass
frame the home, adding year-round interest and exceptional curb appeal.

During the selection visit, Bluebonnet Garden Club members enjoyed visiting with Shannon Altman, who shared her enthusiasm for gardening and discussed plans for future landscape improvements.

In recognition of their outstanding efforts, Shannon and Lance Altman were presented with a gift card from Plants N Things by members of the Bluebonnet Garden Club.

The Bluebonnet Garden Club extends its appreciation to the Altmans for their commitment to creating a beautiful, pollinator-friendly landscape that enhances our community.




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TGC District IV

07/30/2026

Better late than never to post!

BGC member Gayle Lechler (far left holding Dieffenbachia) and BGC President Rebecca Ehlert (holding cupcakes) are co-chairs of Bluebonnet Garden Club Butterfly Garden at Brenham Elementary School. They have spent many hours with other dedicated volunteers making this garden what it is today for the students!

We are grateful to Brenham Elementary School for allowing us to do this community project to share our love of gardening with students!

Pictured: Principal Steven Siemsglusz and Office Staff Member Lois Schluens accept tokens of our appreciation from BGC members during National Garden Week in June. 🌸

Thank you!
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07/21/2026

BGC members, please save the date if you'd like to attend the TGC District IV Spring Convention.

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Area 2 garden Clubs: Dig N' Design Garden Club, Gardeners by the Bay, Heritage Gardeners, La Porte Bayshore Garden Club, Nassau Bay Garden Club and Texas City Garden Club invite you to attend the DIV Spring convention in Seabrook, Texas on Wednesday, March 17, 2027.

Details will posted on https://www.districtivtexasgardenclubs.org/ when available.

07/21/2026

🪻 $100 GIFT CARD TO BLUEBONNET GARDEN CLUB!! 🪻

One lucky raffle winner will receive a $100 Gift Card generously donated by the Bluebonnet Garden Club! Whether you're adding beautiful plants, flowers, or gardening essentials to your home, this prize is a wonderful way to celebrate the beauty of our community.

A heartfelt thank you to Bluebonnet Garden Club for their generous donation and support of the Washington County 4-H Horse Club. Your generosity helps provide opportunities for our youth to grow, learn, and develop valuable life skills through 4-H.

🎟️ Tickets are still available! https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/washington-county-4-h-horse-clubs-annual-raffle--2026

06/20/2026

BGC member Liz Ruisard Williams made this cheerful sunflower lobby arrangement for patrons to enjoy who are attending Over The River and Through The Woods, a comedy production on the Main Stage for the conclusion of the 25/26 Unity Theatre season.

06/14/2026

Bluebonnet Garden Club member Debbie Urquhart delivered flowers and cookies to Mayor Atwood Kenjura during National Garden Week.

06/12/2026

BGC members delivered treats during National Garden Week this week to area businesses who work alongside and support the Club. Below are some photos of members delivering treats to the following businesses / organizations:

1. Heritage Society of Washington County
2. Brenham ISD Maintenance
3. Brenham Banner Press
4. Blue Bell Ice Cream
5. Hermann Furniture
6. KTEX 106.1
7. Plants N Things

Other businesses honored included Brenham Presbyterian Church, Brenham Elementary School, Argent Court, Kruse Village, Silver Sage, High Hope, City of Brenham Maintenance, Mayor Kenjura's Office, Trees of Central Texas, and LeRoy Schroeder Stone, Sod & Soil.

We are so grateful for our community and their support!

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06/12/2026

BGC members enjoyed having lunch together at 22 North Holland to celebrate National Garden Week and discuss plans for the up-coming year.