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Fear not, your plants will not perish. Even your evergreens will continue to gleam. Rainfall has been scarce and that’s opened the door to the return of Stage 1 watering rules. But fear not, your [...]

Cooler weather is the perfect invitation to explore the great outdoors and take a peek at the pollinators puttering and fluttering about. With the advent of cooler weather, there are a few [...]

Stay wicked busy this month in your fall garden. From harvesting to planting to tidying up, there’s plenty to do to get it in gear for spring. October can be quite magical. The cooler [...]

Whether you’re an Alamo City newcomer or just a gardening greenhorn, our experts will help you get your plant-rearing powers up to speed. If you’re new to San Antonio — or just gardening in [...]

Autumn is the best time to tackle activities that will enhance your landscape now — and get it ready for next spring. There are a few activities you can do in your yard over the next two or three [...]

While there are several watering methods you can use, some are more effective than others. Here’s a closer look at the top techniques, and the pros and cons of each. Many newcomers have [...]

Dreaming of a lounge-chair-worthy landscape that’s high style and low maintenance? Xeriscape may be the fuss-free remedy your weary soul is searching for. Coined in 1981 by employees at [...]

Steamy temps and a lack of rain have taken their toll on the Edwards Aquifer level, prompting Stage 1 landscape watering restrictions. Here’s what that means for your lawn and garden. Hot [...]

The clear benefit of using ground covers instead of grass is less of everything — less water, less fertilizer, less pesticides and less mowing. Tired of mowing, weeding, feeding and watering the [...]

No two landscapes are alike and neither are the in-ground sprinklers that serve them. Before you just turn yours on and forget it, consider what it’s watering and where. Every summer, as [...]