It’s time to transform your troubled landscape
If you plan to plant, act now — don’t wait until the heat of summer. And use our WaterSaver coupons and rebates to save some cash! As sure as the scent of purple wafting from local mountain [...]
Know your backflow
A backflow preventer keeps the water sitting on your lawn from flowing back into your home through your indoor taps. Sprinkler heads are relatively simple contraptions. When the irrigation system [...]
Plants and People: The forester through the trees
Meet a local arborist and educator whose lifelong work with trees helped make the San Antonio botanical industry what it is today. Note: “Plants and People” is an occasional series featuring San [...]
Oak tree care after an ice storm
Oak wilt season is upon us. Only make cuts that are absolutely necessary. Save any cosmetic pruning for later in the year. While San Antonio largely dodged the severity of ice storms many of our [...]
I spy wildflowers in winter
Can’t wait to see your spring blooms? Many wildflowers can be identified just by their leaves. Here’s how. While winter often feels like a time when nature is sleeping, if you planted wildflower [...]
The drought continues and so do Stage 2 watering rules
Make sure your irrigation system is set to water only on your day between 7 and 11. Late January showers were a welcome relief, but they didn’t put an end to the ongoing drought. We entered 2023 [...]
What’s your garden style?
Spring Bloom returns March 11! Come learn how your garden style can express your personality — and save water. Quietly poring over gardening websites while tucked cozily inside this winter? Me, [...]
Watch for these 5 winter weeds
If you’ve been watering in winter, you may need to wage a war on weeds. Here are the five usual suspects to watch for. Cooler temperatures and winter precipitation make picture-perfect growing [...]
