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 | Sep 19, 2024 | Annuals & Perennials
If you’re looking to add a splash of color and a touch of tropical allure to your San Antonio garden, look no further than the Orange Cestrum (Cestrum aurantiacum). This captivating plant not only brightens up your outdoor space but also attracts pollinators,...
by Happy Gardener | Sep 9, 2024 | Annuals & Perennials, Trees & Shrubs
While shade gardens, for the most part have less problems than sunny gardens, you still may find yourself dealing with a few inconveniences. Let’s take a look at a few common issues gardeners deal with when trying to establish new plants in these “sun shy”...
by Happy Gardener | Sep 5, 2024 | Annuals & Perennials, Pollinators
If you’re looking to add a splash of vibrant color to your fall garden in San Antonio, Texas, look no further than calendula! Known for its cheerful, daisy-like blooms, calendula is not only a feast for the eyes but also a versatile and beneficial addition to...
