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Our weekly watering advice tells you, in inches, how much water your lawn needs to stay healthy. But just how long does your sprinkler need to run to dispense that amount? Use our simple formula [...]

This free online tool will help you make good water- and money-saving decisions — and avoid the sticker shock of summer water bills. With San Antonio’s recent return to drought restrictions last [...]

Mowing season has just begun. Tired of it yet? It’s worth repeating, the grass is the single most water-demanding and labor-intensive part of maintaining a residential landscape. Why not cut back [...]

When steamy temps take their toll on the Edwards Aquifer level, prompting a return to Stage 1 landscape watering restrictions. Here’s what that means for your lawn and garden. Hot, dry summer [...]

If you’ve seen a boastfully bright orange butterfly beating about your bushes, you might have a passionflower vine hiding in plain sight. In fact, depending on where you live in San [...]

There’s absolutely no reason to despair about a garden with heavy shade. You have a multitude of options when it comes to plants. Just think perennials. Too. Much. Shade. It’s one of the most [...]

Tomato and basil will always be BFFs, but you’ll discover new wondrous ways to experience this versatile herb during the free event! Quick — name five herbs you couldn’t live without in [...]

Still pondering the perfect Mother’s Day gift? We’ve curated a few good ideas that are sure to get her nod of approval. Mother’s Day is quickly approaching and you may be wondering what to buy [...]

Webworms generally don’t pose a threat to a tree’s survival. But if you prefer a web-free tree, there are tried-and-true ways to manage these multi-legged menaces. Soon, ugly, nasty [...]