by Happy Gardener | Dec 10, 2020 | Edibles, Fruit, Berries, Nuts
If you are thinking of adding some fruit trees to your landscape, this is the perfect time of year. Winter and early spring usually offers the best selections from the nurseries. We recommend you do some research on the variety you are interested in. To successfully...
by Happy Gardener | Jun 15, 2020 | Edibles, Fruit trees, Fruit, Berries, Nuts, Trees & Shrubs
Have you wondered what the term “chill hours” or “chilling hours” means in conjunction with fruit trees and their growing requirements? I admit when I first started work at Rainbow Gardens San Antonio, I was tasked with placing the informative...
by Happy Gardener | Mar 30, 2020 | Edibles, Fruit, Berries, Nuts
Fresh citrus is arriving at Rainbow Gardens and we’re bringing in all the varieties that perform the best here in San Antonio. Take a look at a few citrus facts we’ve compiled to think about when picking out citrus for your home landscape. For smaller...
by Happy Gardener | Mar 26, 2020 | Edibles, Fruit, Berries, Nuts
Citrus is a big draw here in Texas. Who doesn’t enjoy a slice of lemon wedged on their refreshing glass of iced tea? Who doesn’t love the unmistakeable scent of citrus bursting from orange slices after a well-played soccer game. Citrus is synonymous with...
by Happy Gardener | Mar 17, 2020 | Edibles, Fruit, Berries, Nuts, Herbs, Vegetables
It’s no doubt that personal health and the health of the public is forethought in everyone’s minds right now. While we should all be aware of up to date information/guidelines/orders concerning the pandemic in our city; today we’re offering you a...
by Happy Gardener | Jun 26, 2019 | Edibles, Fruit, Berries, Nuts, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Summer Garden
Have you tried growing blackberries in Texas? These juicy berries come in both thorny and thornless varieties (with the thorny varieties generally being more productive). Blackberries are a delight to eat fresh, cooked into cobblers and pies, or made into a sweet,...
