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South Texas weather can be wacky and frustrating to humans. But drastic weather changes can really perplex pollinators too. Learn how you can help them out. One minute we’re bundled up in parkas [...]

Whether you’re new to San Antonio or just to South Texas gardening — this list will guide you on what to plant and when. San Antonio transplants often experience shock on their arrival to [...]

Not a fan of oranges, lemons or limes? There are plenty of non-citrus species to consider. Read on to learn about them. Last week we recommended the best fruit trees to grow in San Antonio. While [...]

In fall, winter and early spring, irrigation systems are mostly unnecessary. Do yourself and your wallet a favor and put them to bed for a long nap. We are way below our annual rainfall — only [...]

While they’re rare, hard freezes do happen in South Texas. A little planning will go a long way in preventing major home and landscape disasters. Freezing temperatures are forecasted this [...]

Don’t let drought stop you from sprucing up your landscape. Just think inside the box. Just because Stage 2 watering rules remain in effect doesn’t mean you can’t add a bit of color to your [...]

Since the drought persists, it’s best to limit how much we plant and instead focus our attention on what we plant. As mentioned before, fall and winter are perfect times to plant woody [...]

Fall is typically the best time of year to plant. But this isn’t a typical year — rainfall is scarce and watering rules are likely to hang around a while. Fall is the best season for planting, [...]

SAWS sewer charges are based on your average winter water use. So, watering your landscape less now can add up to big savings all year long. Fall and winter water use can impact your water bills [...]

Daylight saving time ends Sunday, Nov. 6. Remember to adjust the clock on your irrigation controller too. Eventually fall brings many changes: cool temperatures, less pollen and most importantly, [...]