by Happy Gardener | Jan 23, 2025 | Edibles, Spring Garden, Vegetables, Winter Garden
Growing peppers from seed is an exciting and rewarding endeavor, especially if you’re gardening in a warm climate like San Antonio, Texas. Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or a curious beginner, this guide will walk you through the essentials of...
by Happy Gardener | Jan 16, 2025 | Edibles, Herbs, Seasonal & Gardening Tips
Growing your own herbs can be a fulfilling and practical hobby, especially when space is limited. Whether you’re an apartment dweller or simply lack a large garden, container gardening offers a fantastic solution. Not only does it bring the joy of fresh,...
by Happy Gardener | Jan 16, 2025 | Edibles, Fruit, Berries, Nuts, Herbs, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Vegetables, Winter Garden
It might be winter in San Antonio, but there is still plenty of things to do in our edible gardens. Take a look at some winter garden tasks that you should be taking on through January and February, in order to have a successful spring edible growing season. ...
by Happy Gardener | Jan 9, 2025 | Turf & Lawn
Lawn care might not be the top thing on your mind, but there are still a few things you should think about when it comes to your turf during winter. Lawn Care Tasks for Winter While warm weather lawns are currently dormant, it’s a good time to assess any damage...
by Happy Gardener | Jan 2, 2025 | Annuals & Perennials, Edibles, Winter Garden
It’s winter in San Antonio, and while most folks are bundled up watching reruns of their favorite TV shows, you’re embarking on a gardening adventure right in your own home. Our gardening seasons are relatively short, so getting a jump on starting seeds...
by Happy Gardener | Dec 19, 2024 | Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Winter Garden
The holiday season is upon us, and what better gift to give yourself than the promise of a thriving garden in the coming year? For all the passionate gardeners in San Antonio, the key to a successful gardening season lies in meticulous planning and preparation. By...
by Happy Gardener | Dec 17, 2024 | Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Winter Garden
When a freeze occurs, the cells within a plant undergo a series of changes that can be quite damaging. As temperatures drop, the water inside the plant cells begins to freeze. This process causes ice crystals to form, which can puncture or rupture the cell walls,...
by Happy Gardener | Dec 12, 2024 | Annuals & Perennials, Seasonal & Gardening Tips
The holidays often bring gifts of fresh cut evergreens and holiday flowers displayed in awe-inspiring arrangements. They can fill a room with the scent of fresh pine, or sweet rose and…wait, what’s that rotten smell? Suddenly it’s not the aroma of holiday...
by Happy Gardener | Dec 12, 2024 | Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Winter Garden
Collecting seeds during the winter months can be a rewarding and cost-effective way to prepare for your spring garden. Winter is beating a the door, so it’s the perfect time to collect seeds from some of those cold and frost sensitive plants. Whether you’re a...
by Happy Gardener | Nov 14, 2024 | Edibles, Fruit, Berries, Nuts
Hey there, fellow native plant enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving into the wonderful world of Texas plants that not only add beauty to your yard but also offer delicious fruits and berries. These native, edible treasures are perfect for homeowners who want to grow...
by Happy Gardener | Nov 7, 2024 | Trees & Shrubs
The hue Kermit laments it’s not easy being, the color of cold hard cash, and spring’s earliest sign arriving in the form of new growth; we celebrate green today. This is a challenging color to pinpoint, as many plants showcase this vibrant hue. Today, we are...
by Happy Gardener | Nov 5, 2024 | Native/Xeriscape/Wildflowers
Incorporating easy, low-maintenance groundcovers or low-lying perennials into your landscape can be a game-changer when it comes to conserving water and reducing upkeep. When they are native Texas plants, you also increase your shot at success! Whether you are looking...
by Happy Gardener | Oct 31, 2024 | Annuals & Perennials, Trees & Shrubs
The bold hue of a royal robe, a bountiful bunch of ripe grapes, the color of mountains majesty above the fruited plane, today we’re celebrating purple. For our second-to-last blog in our “Plant a Rainbow Garden” series, this week we are highlighting...
by Happy Gardener | Oct 14, 2024 | Annuals & Perennials
Are you looking to add a splash of color to your garden during the cooler months in San Antonio, Texas? Look no further than the delightful Erysimum, commonly known as wallflowers. These charming plants are a must-have for any garden enthusiast seeking vibrant blooms...
by Happy Gardener | Oct 12, 2024 | Edibles, Fruit, Berries, Nuts, Herbs, Vegetables
Container gardening is a wonderful solution for those eager to grow their own edibles but limited by space constraints. Whether you live in an apartment with only a small balcony or have a modest backyard, container gardening allows you to cultivate a vibrant array of...
by Happy Gardener | Oct 12, 2024 | Annuals & Perennials
The color of a glaciers underbelly, Elvis’s chosen shade for suede shoes, and the dye that made Levi Strauss’s jeans a namesake, today is all about the cool, hue that’s blue. We’re talking about Midnight Blue lobelia, Blue plumbago, and Blue Daze. Lobelia ...
by Happy Gardener | Oct 11, 2024 | Annuals & Perennials, Roses
Snow White’s color choice for the perfect apple, the brilliant blur of a racing fire engine, and one of the major stripes on a candy cane, today we are celebrating the color red. Firebush, Double Red Knockout® Rose, and Firecracker Fern will have you seeing red in...
by Happy Gardener | Oct 10, 2024 | Annuals & Perennials
Fall’s reigning color, the hue of a dipping sunset and fresh-squeezed juice in the morning, today’s “Plant a Rainbow Garden” edition celebrates the color orange. Let’s welcome (or coerce) the cooler fall temperatures with some vibrant bloomers that will see you into...
by Happy Gardener | Oct 3, 2024 | Annuals & Perennials
We’re starting a fun new series, “Growing a Rainbow Garden”, where each week we’ll highlight plants with one color of the rainbow until we’ve covered the entire spectrum. Today it’s all about yellow. The color of sunshine, vibrant lemons, and soft butter, yellow...
by Happy Gardener | Oct 2, 2024 | Fall Garden, Seasonal & Gardening Tips
October is a transitional month when you’re gardening in San Antonio, Texas. There is the prospect of cooler weather, but temperatures may dip one week and rise the next. A fresh round of colorful annuals need a spot in the garden, but you may still be trying to hang...
