It’s officially homecoming season ... high school boys go all out by ordering three large buttons for their date’s mum, arranging them in a heart shape. The more extravagant the mum, the ...

Homecoming season in Texas brings festive decorations to cities, with students proudly wearing the iconic, oversized mums and garters. This cherished tradition has become a hallmark of Texas high ...

In this KHOU 11+ special, we explore the fascinating world of homecoming mums, which is as vibrant as the people who create and wear them.

“Mum” is the word at Garland’s newest exhibit celebrating a homecoming tradition born deep in the heart of Texas. The MUMENTOUS exhibit explores the 100-year tradition of mums and how they ...

Apparently, homecoming mums are the word in Louisiana and Texas. If you or your child has ever gone to homecoming, you may have seen, or perhaps even received, a homecoming mum. Mums were ...

Hey, Houston! It’s that time of year again—homecoming season is here, and we know your mums are bigger and better than ever! Whether it’s your first mum or you’re a seasoned pro, we want ...

The origins of Texas' homecoming mum tradition. The tradition of homecoming mums originated in Missouri, which also hosted the first-ever homecoming football game in 1911, according to Texas Highways.

At their root, homecoming mums may just be a big ol' metaphor for the oh-so-big reputation of Texas. At least that’s what one mum historian believes.

In the heart of Texas, a tradition blossomed ... boy to his girl evolved into a tradition of mammoth proportions. Homecoming mums today are more than just accessories. They’re a statement.

GARLAND, Texas — “Mum” is the word at Garland’s newest exhibit celebrating a homecoming tradition born deep in the heart of Texas. The MUMENTOUS exhibit explores the 100-year tradition of ...