by Happy Gardener | Jul 2, 2025 | Flowering Trees, Pests & Diseases, Trees & Shrubs
What is Crape Myrtle Bark Scale? Crape myrtle bark scale is a pesky pest that primarily targets crape myrtles, causing unsightly damage and stress to these beloved trees. This scale insect feeds on the sap of the bark, leading to a range of issues including leaf drop,...
by Happy Gardener | Jul 26, 2024 | Flowering Trees, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Summer Garden, Trees & Shrubs
Most of us notice that crape myrtles burst into blooms during the summertime here in San Antonio. It’s no wonder that these gorgeous specimens are the official state shrub of Texas (yes, they can be trees too). Clusters of cotton-candy pink, vibrant-fuchsia,...
by Happy Gardener | May 23, 2024 | Edibles, Flowering Trees, Fruit trees, Fruit, Berries, Nuts, Trees & Shrubs
Escarpment Black Cherry (Prunus serotina) trees can be a beautiful, native, addition to any landscape in San Antonio, Texas. These deciduous trees develop glossy, green leaves and delicate white flowers in the spring, and small dark cherries that birds love to feast...
by Happy Gardener | Feb 5, 2024 | Flowering Trees, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Spring Garden, Trees & Shrubs
Crape Myrtles are a beautiful addition to any garden or landscape. To ensure they grow to their full potential, it’s essential to prune them the correct way. Here are some tips to help you properly prune your Crape Myrtles and maintain their health and beauty....
by Happy Gardener | Dec 29, 2023 | Fall Garden, Flowering Trees, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Shade Trees, Trees & Shrubs
If trees are something you are thinking about planting in your landscape for the new year, don’t delay. While fall is the best time to plant, winter and early spring (really early spring) are runners up. Although the cold weather will shut down the growth of the tops...
by Happy Gardener | Sep 30, 2023 | Flowering Trees, Native Trees, Native/Xeriscape/Wildflowers, Shade Trees, Trees & Shrubs
Need a tree this fall? How about trying a native variety? Here’s a list of some of our favorite native trees for San Antonio, Texas. Fall is the best time to plant your trees and let their roots develop into a strong, sturdy system through winter. It’s our hot, San...
