by Happy Gardener | Dec 9, 2025 | Bees, Butterflies, Pollinators, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Winter Garden
Even though the garden looks quiet this time of year, there are countless pollinators in winter tucked away under leaves, inside hollow stems, and beneath the soil surface. Bees, butterflies, moths, ladybugs, and many other beneficial insects depend on safe hiding...
by Happy Gardener | Oct 13, 2025 | Butterflies, hummingbirds, Native/Xeriscape/Wildflowers, Pollinators, Xeriscape Solutions
If you’re looking for a beautiful, drought-tough, pollinator-magnet shrub that thrives in the heat of South Texas, growing Mexicali Rose Fairy Duster might be your next favorite discovery! This semi-evergreen, compact shrub is a standout choice for San Antonio...
by Happy Gardener | Jun 23, 2025 | Butterflies, Ornamental Shrubs, Pollinators, Trees & Shrubs
Are you ready to transform your Texas garden into a butterfly paradise? Look no further than the buddleia davidii, also known as the butterfly bush! This vibrant, easy-to-grow shrub is a favorite among pollinators and gardeners alike. And the best part? There are now...
by Happy Gardener | Jun 18, 2025 | Butterflies, hummingbirds, Pollinators
So, you want a garden buzzing with life? A vibrant haven where butterflies flutter, bees hum, and maybe even a hummingbird or two zip by? The secret lies in understanding what attracts pollinators to flowers! It’s not just about planting any pretty bloom;...
by Happy Gardener | May 7, 2025 | Butterflies, Ornamental Shrubs, Pollinators, Trees & Shrubs
Vitex, commonly known as the Chaste Tree or Texas Lilac, is a stunning sight to behold. When it is in full bloom, it shows off a profusion of vibrant, spiked flowers that transforms any landscape into a colorful oasis. In San Antonio, Texas, these beautiful flowers...
by Happy Gardener | Jul 26, 2022 | Butterflies, Fall Garden, Pollinators, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Summer Garden
Fall is the most active time for all butterflies in our city. This is one of the reasons it is important to stay on task with your timing for preparing your landscape to be a nectar haven for these hungry pollinators. Taking action now, will ensure that you have...
