by Happy Gardener | Feb 11, 2025 | Edibles, Fruit trees, Fruit, Berries, Nuts, Trees & Shrubs
When it comes to cultivating fig trees, they are surprisingly low-maintenance plants. In general, figs don’t require much pruning or the use of pesticides, making them a perfect choice for both novice and experienced gardeners. Best Time to Plant Figs in Texas Early...
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 | Dec 5, 2023 | Edibles, Fruit trees, Fruit, Berries, Nuts, Trees & Shrubs
Did you know that winter is the best time to plant hardy fruit trees? Planting from mid Dec through February, when fruit trees are dormant, is less stressful for trees and helps to reduce transplant shock. This time period also gives roots the time it needs to develop...
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...
