A community plant sale is a great place to find rare and unique native plants. And since all the plants are natives, they won't need additional irrigation…More
Don’t be so hasty to shoo away those beetles, flies and wasps you see in your garden. They’re helping your flowers produce seed for the future!
With spring…More
There are some steps you can take to reap the most benefits from your rain barrel — and see the savings on your water bill.
There's something about rain…More
Not enough ground for your gardening goals? Go vertical with vines! These charismatic climbers will soften your garden's sight lines while adding an air…More
Thanks to perfectly timed fall rains, Texas is experiencing a wildflower season for the ages. Look for these bold blossoms drawing selfie seekers and pollinators…More
Join SAWS at San Antonio's official Earth Day festivities this Saturday, April 13, at Woodlawn Lake Park. What better way to celebrate our watery orb (and…More
These little guys are famished and your trees are a bountiful buffet. But before you go about banishing them, consider letting the equally ravenous songbirds…More
Calling all novice landscapers: Go from gardening greenhorn to green thumb in no time at WaterSaver Landscape Design School.
When it comes to designing…More
Not sure what to do with your $30, $50 or $70 rewards coupon? Here's how to get more water-saving bang for your SAWS bucks.
Saving you water and money…More
The way you landscape your home can actually help combat climate change. But it doesn't require a major overhaul to make a big difference for our local…More
Not everyone has the time or space for a backyard compost pile. But that doesn't mean you can't compost. Whether you’re an apartment dweller or just don’t…More
Got four hours to spare? Then register for WaterSaver Saturday, March 30, and learn all things landscaping — and earn all of your WaterSaver Rewards points…More
While getting a jump on the spring spruce-up for your landscape is a great idea, there are some garden tasks that are better left until April.March is…More
The temperamental weather this time of year can be frustrating when it comes to deciding what to wear. But these same conditions may be a blessing for…More
Water conservation is a communitywide effort — that's why we want your input on our draft five-year conservation plan.
Water conservation remains a high…More
Drought-tolerant, deer-resistant and sun-loving — salvia is a savvy replacement for water-guzzling grass. Check out a few of our favorites.
There’s only…More
Our two most popular programs for homeowners are all about saving you water and money. We’ve made a few improvements this time around to help you maximize…More
Knowing your gardening style, where you want to plant and how much sun your yard gets are the first questions to answer before beginning any landscape…More
From defining your property line to creating shade and habitat for wildlife, there are so many problems that can be solved with thoughtfully placed plants.Does…More
Struggling with a design for new landscape beds? There's no need to reinvent the wheel. Spikes and mounds — tall, wispy plants and short, dense plants…More
New to San Antonio? Or maybe a first-time homeowner ready to jazz up your yard? Whether you’re a gardening rookie or a planting pro, SAWS Spring Bloom…More
Roll out the welcome mat for our warm season avian friends! These coupon-qualified cultivars are all you need to successfully attract hummingbirds to your…More
Engelmann's daisy may blend in with the other yellow wildflowers along the roadside. But get to know this cheerful native perennial and you'll find it…More
The lowly ball moss we find on our trees sometimes gets a bad rap. But these spheres of twisted tendrils can add terrestrial texture to your home décor.…More
Weeds are a part of life when you garden, but constantly pulling them doesn't have to be! Try this simple and natural recipe for winning the war on weeds.Weeds…More
If you’ve been dreaming of a landscape lush with color, texture and fragrance, you're in luck. San Antonio's climate and geology are ideal for a Mediterranean-inspired…More
Got big ideas and a small budget? Use SAWS WaterSaver Coupons to create the beautiful, water-saving landscape you’ve always wanted — and save a ton of…More
The mere mention of cottage gardens can arouse fancies of long-ago storybook romance. But the real bungalow grounds of yore were more edible than whimsical.…More
There’s no such thing as a no-maintenance landscape. But you can have one that only asks five tasks of you to look good the whole year through.
I know…More
Bees begin to emerge from their winter slumber as early as February when temperatures hit the 50s and low 60s. Make them hum with delight by planting some…More
Need to tame some ferocious fronds of foliage? Try this trifecta of tools and you'll wonder how you ever gardened without them.
In my work for SAWS…More
Don't know the first thing about butterfly gardening? Use our list of butterfly-approved plants and you may even attract songbirds, hummingbirds and bees…More
Supplemental watering — or in our case, plentiful rainfall — leads to weeds. Lots of them. Most cool-season weeds will die by April. But if you can't wait…More
Got roses in your garden? Show them a little love by pruning them in preparation for spring. Follow our tips for successful snipping.The month of February…More
When installed, maintained and scheduled correctly, drip irrigation can reduce outdoor water use substantially. But it’s not as simple as it sounds. Consider…More
Soil is more than just dirt for your plants. Join us on a whimsical journey below the surface with a subterranean specialist who’s just full of “dirty”…More
While there’s no perfect answer to how much you should water in winter, there are some key conditions and observations to consider.
As homeowners watch…More
Automatic sprinkler systems make it easy to set it and forget it, but this time of year it can be a wasteful and costly convenience. The solution: Turn…More
Add a little flavor to your flora. Get a free 5-gallon fruit tree during the annual Jammin’ Jams Fruit & Nut Tree Adoption, Saturday, Jan. 26 at the Pearl.Once…More
No need to drive to the nearest park when you can lace up your boots and "hit the trail" right in your own yard. Gardening is excellent exercise for your…More
A filthy feeder is bad news for the birds. Luckily there are several options that don’t require any upkeep at all — some you can even grow in your yard!…More
Does your garden stand out or melt away in winter? Striking forms and contrasting textures can make all the difference this season.
It’s easy to create…More
If you've been watering all winter, you may need to wage a war on weeds. Here are the five usual suspects that may be infiltrating your lawn.Cool temperatures…More
If you're looking for winter blooms, there are many plants — including several that are native — that would make great additions to your winter garden.Are…More
South Texas isn’t exactly famous for its tulips and daffodils. But with a little tender-loving care, you can coax a rainbow of springtime tones out of…More
In a perfect world, every landscape would have the right plants and use very little water. Give your yard a shot at perfection — consult a SAWS conservation…More
Our climate supports a wide array of beautiful flowers and turf grass substitutes. Winter is the best time to rethink the traditional lawn-based landscape…More
It took four years, but I finally got to watch the life cycle of a monarch unfold before my eyes. Here are the snapshots so you can share this rare experience…More
This time of year doesn't lend itself to putting a bouquet of fresh-from-the-garden flowers on the table. But a dried grass arrangement is the perfect…More
Protect in-ground plants from freeze by draping them with bed sheets, burlap or newspaper — all of which allow moisture to escape, but keep the cold air…More
