1948 WILD WEST BUNGALOW GARDEN

This bungalow was previously owned by Cactus Jack. He showcased many western cacti, tropical palms, and agaves along with beautiful stonework and hand-crafted fences. He has since moved on to a larger property, but his legacy lives on in this bungalow.

Palms, agaves, and yucca for dry garden

                      Hard to imagine this is Houston, Texas in the wetter, more humid part of the state.

Salvia add a dash of color throughout the year.

Sadly, the hard freeze from 2010 took its toll on the garden.

Located near Oak Forest Elementary School ~ Oak Forest neighborhood.

1920 HOUSTON HEIGHTS SUNNY BUNGALOW GARDEN

This Bungalow Garden had more types of sunloving coleus than you could imagine. Someone deeply cares about this garden. The flowers are immaculately cared for. Kuddos to the gardener! :-)

1930 FRONT PORCH BUNGALOW

This charming bungalow has a full length front porch and intimate front garden. Located in the historic Houston Heights District near Reagan High School.

I love the beautiful paver designs.

Two kinds of palmettos lend a tropical touch to this southern bungalow.

2007 COTTAGE GARDEN IN WOODLAND HEIGHTS

There's not a single blade of grass to mow; just beautiful flowers and flowering vines within the garden.

dwarf monkey grass in between stone pathway

This is one of the most impressive cottage gardens in Houston with year round blooms and interest.

I wish we had hundreds more here. :-) Fantastic!

1921 Shady Bungalow Garden

This delightful bungalow is on a shady street in Woodland Heights

The garden paths and granite gravel are superb replacements for grass. Low maintainance shrubs include asparagus ferns, nandina, and cast iron plant.

The iron fence adds to the charm of this well-cared for treasure.

1949 Wildlife Habitat Bungalow

        A Garden centered around wildlife will always have that wilder look about it.  Native plants, along with nectar rich plants attract butterflies, birds, and squirrels.

    This lush planting greets the owner after a hard day at work.  The owner has kept this garden for many years and it's always a high point on our visit to this neighborhood.     Oak Forest Area of Houston.
UPDATE: This house and garden were torn down in June, 2013 due to land developers. There's one bird house on one tree left in the backyard. ~David

WELCOME TO MY BUNGALOW BLOG ~ AN ALWAYS GROWING COLLECTION

This blog is devoted to the wonderful cottages and bungalows in the Houston area that seldom get recognition. These are homes bursting with personality that include great architecture, wonderful gardens, and an inviting presence.  Sadly, many are being destroyed due to the massive buidling trends of our city. But not all is bad news. These small houses have their advocates and many are bought and kept for their wonderful features.


I'll put the area of town, but stop there. Where there's one bungalow, there's bound to be more. So Happy Hunting! 

New Bungalow in Oak Forest

Est. 2008

An inviting porch with Arts & Crafts Style fixtures, chairs, and beautiful front door lend the perfect touch to this cozy cottage garden.  Plants: angelonia, begonia, verbena, agapanthas, and liriope.