Gabriela Herman

Wildflower seasonin Texas is a glorious thing.

TheWashington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Siteis a fascinating, under-the-radar history destination undergoing big transformations.

And the town of Brenham is filled with cute boutiques and restaurants.

Fredricksburg, TX

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She planted them, and over time, they spread throughout town.

Rumor has it that Compton failed as an okra farmer before his service.

While Youre There:Try afood crawlthrough the charming town square.

Bluebonnets in Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area

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TheEnnis Bluebonnet Trailis the oldest known trail of its kind in Texas.

At night, take in a show at the newly reopened historicLonghorn Ballroom.

The newly openedAlbert Hotelin downtown Fredericksburg offers a tasty on-site restaurant situated downtown.

Beautiful wildflower field in the spring - Washington County, Texas

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Red Poppies Georgetown, Texas

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Bluebonnets in Ennis, Texas

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