by Happy Gardener | Nov 5, 2026 | Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Winter Garden
I know it just barely turned November, but right now is a really good time to start making a plan for how you will protect your frost-tender container plants through winter. I’m not trying to fear monger here, but our average first frost in San Antonio is somewhere...
by Happy Gardener | Oct 28, 2026 | Annuals & Perennials, Fall Color, Fall Garden, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Summer Annuals, Summer Garden
Looking for a plant that’s a little quirky, full of personality, and a favorite among pollinators? Meet Batface Cuphea (Cuphea llavea). With flowers that look like adorable, tiny bat faces, this unique perennial is sure to turn heads in your garden! Native to...
by Happy Gardener | Oct 28, 2026 | Annuals & Perennials, Fall Garden, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Winter Garden
Looking for a little color to brighten up your garden during the cooler months? Dianthus is a fantastic choice for fall and winter gardening in San Antonio, Texas. With its cheerful blooms, impressive cold tolerance, and easy-care, it’s a great way to keep your...
by Happy Gardener | Aug 20, 2026 | Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Summer Garden
When temperatures stay in the upper 90s and 100s, plants can struggle even when they’re considered “full sun” or drought tolerant. We are all feeling the heat about now, right? The goal during extreme heat is often not to push new growth or blooms; it’s to reduce...
by Happy Gardener | Jul 29, 2026 | Annuals & Perennials, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Summer Garden
Hardy Hibiscus vs. Bougainvillea in San Antonio, Texas If you love the lush, colorful look of tropical gardens but don’t want to replant every spring, you’re in luck. Two plants that bring bold, tropical beauty to San Antonio landscapes are Hardy Hibiscus...
by Happy Gardener | Jun 24, 2026 | Houseplants, Seasonal & Gardening Tips
If there’s one thing that causes more houseplant problems than anything else, it’s watering. When our gardening friends are struggling with houseplant issues, oftentimes we just have to figure out if they’ve been giving their plants too little water...
