by Happy Gardener | May 20, 2019 | Troubleshooting
We are taking on a few of the most common “chewing” pests in today’s blog. These pests can strip the foliage, create unsightly holes or tear and shred the leaves of your plants. With consistent observation many of these “chewers” can be removed manually, lessening the...
by Rainbow Gardens | May 14, 2019 | Garden Planning, Pollinators
The tales of my gardening successes (vegetables not included)can be chalked up to two time frames: “before learning about native plants” and “after learning about native plants”. I can tell you right now, that the second time frame has been...
by Rainbow Gardens | May 9, 2019 | Garden Tips, Spring Garden
Spring vegetables should be well on their way by now. Hopefully you’ve learned throughout the years that growing vegetables takes a little more than tossing seeds in the air and hoping they land in the dirt and start growing. We’ve guided you through all...
by Happy Gardener | May 6, 2019 | Troubleshooting
Fungus and disease can wreak havoc on your gardens by developing on one plant and quickly spreading to others. At Rainbow Gardens we strive to make every effort to offer you the healthiest plants possible, but sometimes weather conditions and other variables you...
by Happy Gardener | May 2, 2019 | Fall Garden, Garden Tips, News & Events, Spring Garden
We’re howling about the dog-friendly herbs parsley, oregano, peppermint and rosemary today. Dog owners who are avid gardeners are always hunting for great, dog-friendly plants to add to their landscapes. Today we’re celebrating four of our favorite herbs that are not...
by Happy Gardener | Apr 30, 2019 | Fall Garden, Spring Garden, Troubleshooting
Normally in Texas we welcome the rain with open arms; but when cloudy, rainy weather is prolonged and brings with it the increased possibility of powdery mildew and other garden issues, most of us say, “Rain, rain, go away!” Today’s blog gives you...
by Happy Gardener | Apr 25, 2019 | Fall Garden, Garden Planning, Spring Garden
When you walk through our herb sections at our two Rainbow Gardens locations and you see the huge variety of selections we carry, it’ll be easy to see why we think everyone should incorporate herbs somewhere in their landscape. Herbs can be used for culinary,...
by Happy Gardener | Apr 22, 2019 | Troubleshooting
Garden pests can suck the joy out of gardening overnight if you don’t develop a schedule (preventative and/or maintenance) to combat these tiny creatures that love nothing more than to feast on your vibrant, healthy flowers or your juiciest vegetables. Proper...
by Happy Gardener | Apr 18, 2019 | Pollinators, Troubleshooting
If you’ve ever brought milkweed into your gardens to help support the Monarch population, chances are, you’ve had to put up with aphids. These tiny, soft-bodies insects converge under the leaves of milkweed, line up the stems, and make your milkweed look...
by Happy Gardener | Apr 11, 2019 | Garden Tips, Tree & Lawn Care
Mowing your lawn may see like the easiest task when it comes to lawn maintenance. But following a few recommended tips for mowing your lawn could have you seeing a big difference in the health and appearance of your turf. Try a few of the following lawn mowing tips...
by Happy Gardener | Apr 9, 2019 | Garden Tips, Troubleshooting
Have you ever purchased and applied an insecticide only to be frustrated with the results? It happens, and the majority of the time we find that the insecticide was applied incorrectly. Today’s blog gives you 7 best practices to follow when applying insecticides. 1....
by Happy Gardener | Apr 7, 2019 | Gardening Basics
One of the biggest questions customers have when are purchasing plants is, “How do I water them?” The answer is complicatedly simple. You water plants when they need it. No more and no less. See? Simple but complicated. The thing is, there is no true formula for...
by Happy Gardener | Apr 4, 2019 | Garden Planning, Garden Tips, Spring Garden
Tatume squash, also known as ‘Calabacita’, is one of the best options for San Antonio vegetable gardeners looking to grow a reliable squash. At Rainbow Gardens we’ve always known this, but the hard-to-find squash isn’t always available through...
by Happy Gardener | Apr 4, 2019 | Fall Garden, News & Events, Pollinators, Spring Garden
Creating a butterfly garden is easy when you choose plants from Rainbow Gardens that are approved for the SAWS WaterSaver Landscape Coupon. While there are many plants butterfly host and nectar plants at Rainbow Gardens to choose from, today’s blog will focus on the...
by Happy Gardener | Mar 28, 2019 | Fall Garden, Garden By Season, Garden Tips, Spring Garden, Summer Garden
We are pretty lucky to be living in San Antonio where we can plant perennials in both fall and spring. Perennials planted in fall have a longer time to get their roots established before the heat of the summer comes blazing in. However, perennials planted in spring...
by Happy Gardener | Mar 26, 2019 | Fall Garden, Garden Planning, Gardening Basics, Spring Garden, Summer Garden
Taking time to plan your perennial gardens, and doing research on perennials you are interested in (learning mature size, sun requirements, etc..), will allow you to purchase your plants with confidence. You’ll be able to plant your perennial gardens knowing that your...
by Happy Gardener | Mar 19, 2019 | Fall Garden, Garden Tips, Spring Garden, Troubleshooting
Spring vegetables are being bought and planted at a frenetic pace this spring, so we just wanted to give you a few tips and hacks that might be helpful to think about during the early stages growing your vegetables. Tips and Hacks for Vegetables Sprinkling a...
by Happy Gardener | Mar 14, 2019 | Fall Garden, Garden By Season, Garden Planning, Garden Tips, Gardening Basics, Spring Garden
If you haven’t already read our info on planning and prepping for annual beds, check out the link with info on that first, then come back and read this blog. Nothing good comes from buying a whole bunch of annuals at the nursery, only to have them sit, dry out, and...
by Happy Gardener | Mar 8, 2019 | Fall Garden, Garden By Season, Garden Planning, Garden Tips, Gardening Basics, Spring Garden, Summer Garden, Winter Garden
Planning and prepping for annual garden beds is best for success. If you don’t plan and prep, you might find yourself at Rainbow Gardens having a hard time resisting our huge selection of colorful annuals, and that can get you in trouble if you don’t have...
by Happy Gardener | Mar 4, 2019 | Fall Garden, Garden Planning, Garden Tips, Gardening Basics, Spring Garden
Vegetables require certain necessities in order to be grown successfully. If you offer vegetables what they need, you’ll be able to enjoy a great harvest of top quality harvest. Let’s take a look at what you need to provide in order to grow vegetables successfully. 6...
