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For now, native and established trees don’t need any supplemental water. But should the weather turn particularly dry, they might. Just be sure to water them right. Little did I know that [...]

If unique yard art appeals to you, then the flea market might be your shopping destination. Here are some tips to know before you go. For me, flea markets hold a certain attraction. I actually [...]

Summertime is grillin’ time. I think most San Antonians would agree that summertime is grillin’ time. Steaks, ribs, chicken, sausage, burgers and shrimp all end up on the grill at some [...]

Are your K–cup empties piling up because you can’t bear to toss ’em? Well, those petite pods are perfect for plant propagation! I read recently that the inventor of Keurig’s K-Cup [...]

Time to challenge your creativity and makes this place your home. You’re the proud owner of a new home. After you get all the boxes unpacked, you’re probably thinking about what you want to do in [...]

San Antonio’s climate and geology are ideal for a Mediterranean garden. There have been a lot of stories in the news recently about the benefits of the Mediterranean diet . It turns out a [...]

Discovery of thriving Texas natives gave Heather a plan for transformation. Love brought this Acadian to San Antonio… and I got here as fast as I could! For those who aren’t familiar, Acadians [...]

Texas and the French connection. Bonjour, mon ami — it’s Bastille Day! That’s right. With a slight twist of fate here and there, Texans could be speaking French right now, mon chéri! Without [...]

Container gardening with French flair. Bonjour my fellow gardeners! The month of July holds two holidays similar in spirit — first is the American Independence Day on the Fourth of July and the [...]

Past multi-year droughts with once-a-week watering requirements, as well as our extensive horticultural knowledge has shown that landscapes in San Antonio need no more than once-a-week watering. [...]