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Plant Nursery & Native Plants in Buchanan Dam, TX

Walk our nursery in Buchanan Dam to find native Texas plants, trees, shrubs and seasonal color, chosen with Hill Country conditions in mind.

Plants on display at Sam’s Nursery in Buchanan Dam, TX

Plants for Hill Country yards, gardens and landscapes

Our knowledgeable staff provides personalized advice on plant selection, so you can pick what fits your space with confidence. No appointment is needed.

What you will find in our nursery

  • Native Texas plants

    Plants suited to Hill Country conditions.

  • Mature trees

    Established trees for instant impact.

  • Unique shrubs

    Structure and texture for beds and borders.

  • Flowering perennials

    Color that comes back season after season.

  • Grasses

    Movement and texture for modern and natural designs.

  • Fruit trees

    Productive trees for home orchards and yards.

  • Seasonal color

    Fresh color that changes with the season.

Explore the Nursery

A look at some of what we carry. This is a showcase, not an online store.

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Selection and availability may change. Use Ask About Availability and we will let you know what we have.

A look around the grounds

Our inventory changes regularly, so what you see here is a sample. See more in the full nursery and project photo gallery. Planning something bigger? See our landscape design, build and maintenance services, or read our FAQs.

At Sam’s

What Sam’s offers at the nursery

Sam’s nursery in Buchanan Dam is a walk-in nursery. Stop by during business hours, walk the grounds and ask questions as you go. No appointment is needed.

If you are not sure what belongs in a particular spot, tell the staff how much light and room it has and what you want it to do. They can help you narrow the choices.

  • Personalized plant advice

    Our knowledgeable staff gives personalized advice on plant selection.

  • Planting help

    Sam’s installs trees, shrubs and specialty plants, so you can ask about planting when you choose your plants.

  • Pots and planters on site

    Garden pots and planters are sold at the same Buchanan Dam location, so you can pair containers with plants in one visit.

  • Open seven days

    Monday – Saturday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

Landscape design, build and maintenancePots, planters and outdoor décor

General guidance

How the plant categories differ

Educational tips that apply to any project. They are not a statement of what Sam’s provides.

The categories on this page do different jobs in a yard. Knowing the difference makes it easier to describe what you need.

  • Native Texas plants

    Plants native to Texas tend to be adapted to local rainfall and heat. Ask which ones suit your sun and soil.

  • Mature trees

    A larger tree gives shade and structure sooner. It also needs more care in planting and watering than a small one.

  • Shrubs and grasses

    Shrubs give beds and borders their shape. Grasses add texture and movement. Check mature height and spread for both.

  • Flowering perennials

    Perennials come back each year, though many die back between seasons.

  • Fruit trees

    Fruit trees need sun and room. Some varieties need a second tree nearby to set fruit, so ask before you buy.

  • Seasonal color

    Seasonal color is a quick way to refresh a bed or pot, and it is usually swapped out as the seasons change.

General guidance

What to consider before you choose a plant

Educational tips that apply to any project. They are not a statement of what Sam’s provides.

A few answers about the spot will do more for your plant choices than any other detail.

  • Sun and shade

    Note how many hours of direct sun the spot gets in summer, when the Hill Country sun is strongest.

  • Soil and drainage

    Many Hill Country properties have shallow, rocky soil. Check whether water drains or pools after rain.

  • Water access

    Decide whether you will hand-water or have irrigation. Plants that need regular water suit a spot you can reach easily.

  • Mature size

    Plan for how big the plant will get, not how big it is in the pot.

  • Wildlife

    Deer browse is common in the Hill Country. Ask staff about plants for areas where deer are a concern.

How to prepare for a nursery visit

You can walk in with nothing and still get help. A little preparation lets the conversation go further.

  • Photos of the area taken in daylight, from a few angles
  • Rough measurements of the bed, border or planting area
  • How many hours of direct sun the spot gets
  • Whether the spot has irrigation or you will water by hand
  • What you want the planting to do: shade, privacy, color, food or something else
  • Any plants you already have, or plants you have admired

Plan your visit

Directions are one tap away, and walk-ins are welcome during business hours. This site does not show live inventory, so for a question about a specific plant, send a message or ask when you arrive.

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Questions about the nursery

Visiting from a nearby town?

Sam’s has one location in Buchanan Dam. Pick your town for local planting notes, or see all areas we serve.

Come walk the nursery

Walk-ins are always welcome. Stop by during business hours and ask our staff about your plants.

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