Texas Highways Magazine

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Aries

MARCH 21-APRIL 19

This fire sign is bold, rebellious, and–at times–aggressive. The hearty white prickly poppy, with its nettle-esque leaves, is so tough that even hungry cattle will leave it alone in a drought.

Taurus

APRIL 20-MAY 20

The bull rules over this fixed earth sign at a slow and steady pace. Tauruses, one of the state’s most abundant wildflowers, which covers diverse terrain. You can count on the purple and lavender blooms to pop up throughout the year.

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