by Happy Gardener | Nov 5, 2026 | Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Winter Garden
I know it just barely turned November, but right now is a really good time to start making a plan for how you will protect your frost-tender container plants through winter. I’m not trying to fear monger here, but our average first frost in San Antonio is somewhere...
by Happy Gardener | Oct 28, 2026 | Annuals & Perennials, Fall Color, Fall Garden, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Summer Annuals, Summer Garden
Looking for a plant that’s a little quirky, full of personality, and a favorite among pollinators? Meet Batface Cuphea (Cuphea llavea). With flowers that look like adorable, tiny bat faces, this unique perennial is sure to turn heads in your garden! Native to...
by Happy Gardener | Oct 28, 2026 | Annuals & Perennials, Fall Garden, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Winter Garden
Looking for a little color to brighten up your garden during the cooler months? Dianthus is a fantastic choice for fall and winter gardening in San Antonio, Texas. With its cheerful blooms, impressive cold tolerance, and easy-care, it’s a great way to keep your...
by Happy Gardener | Oct 14, 2026 | Roses
You know the phrase, “Stop and smell the roses”, but what if we told you that you can “stop and eat the rose”? Meet the Flavorette® Honey-Apricot Rose. It’s a unique edible rose from Proven Winners that combines gorgeous blooms, sweet...
by Happy Gardener | Oct 8, 2026 | Ornamental Shrubs, Pollinators, Trees & Shrubs
Looking for a plant that brings vibrant blooms and beautiful foliage to your garden when summer starts winding down? Little Volcano Lespedeza (Lespedeza thunbergii ‘Little Volcano’) is a beautiful ornamental shrub that puts on a spectacular show from late summer into...
