Will it take the humidity there?

I can't speak on growing it in your area because I don't know, but I know it does push up suckers if planted in the ground.

My grandaughter in Livingston had three that were over 8 feet tall when we moved them to Tyler....if that gives you any help. You might ask on the Texas site if anyone has more detailed help.

Use the link below to find the Texas A&M Cooperative Extension Service office in Harris county. Give them a call and ask.

Here is a link that might be useful: Cooperative Ext Service