Garden Planning
Step By Step Instructions for Saving Heirloom Tomato Seeds
Saving heirloom tomato seeds is a beautiful way to protect a cherished variety while also honoring a rich history and diverse flavors. Right about now, many of us are running out to our gardens or containers to eagerly pluck our ripening tomatoes from the vine. You...
Growing Althea in San Antonio Texas: 5 Growing Tips and More
Growing althea in San Antonio is an easy task when you know all the growing requirements you need for success. Our blog today is designed to give you just that. Altheas, a.k.a, Rose of Sharon, are renowned for their stunning flowers, which come in a variety of...
Vitex: Profuse Purple Blooms for San Antonio Landscapes
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...
Bearded Irises: Planting and Caring for Rhizomes and Transplants
If you're looking to add a splash of color and elegance to your garden, bearded irises are a fantastic choice. Known for their striking blooms and hardy nature, irises can thrive in San Antonio, Texas, with the right care and attention. In this blog, we’ll explore the...
Late Spring Planting Transitions for Summer in San Antonio, Texas
When it comes to gardening in San Antonio, Texas, the transition from late spring to early summer offers a unique opportunity to breathe life into your garden with a variety of vibrant plants. With the right plant choices in late spring, your garden can thrive even in...
Perennial Flowers: Agapanthus and Daylily, Reliable Bloomers.
Are you looking for a couple perennial plant options that offer eye-catching blooms, low maintenance, and an easy way to fill in some space in your garden beds? Today’s blog featuring perennial agapanthus and perennial daylilies just might be the answer to your...
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Fertilizers: We have a great selection of both organic and synthethic fertilizers to choose from. It's important to give your plants the nutrition they need so they can perform at their best. Contianer plants especially need regular feedings. Come see us for recommendations.
Hardy Hibiscus: Gorgeous hibiscus that are perennials? Yes, Please! These large bloomers produce new flowers each day, and lend to giving your landscpae or container gardens a tropical feel with a hardy plant that will come back each year. Look for variteies like "Midnight Marvel", "Luna" varieites, and "Texas Star".
Purslane and Portulaca: Hot weather loving annuals like purslane and portulaca are favorite selections for summer. These tough, sun-loving, drought-tolerant plants push our vibrantly hued blooms even through our hottest days. Great for borders, containers and hanging baskets.
Herbs: Warm weather herbs like lavender, rosemary, oregano, and basil can be enjoyed throughout the summer. look through the many varieties of each of these herbs and take a whiff to better help you choose your favorite. Herbs are useful in the kitchen, but many also provide a great nectar source for pollinators. Get one for you and one for them!
Citrus is Here: Second rounds of citrus have arrived. Persian limes, Meyer lemons and more have been restocked. Citrus should be grown in containers for the first 3-4 years. Get our citrus growing guide here.
Water Plants/Pond Plants: Beautify your ponds and areas of your landscape without sufficient drainage. Water plants not only help create a gorgeous oasis, but they can actually help slow the growth of algae, and if you have fish in your pond, they help shade and protect them from predators. Learn more here and get list of our latest arrivals.
Salvias: Tis the season of blooming salvias. You just can't go wrong when you include these tried and true options in your gardens. We have an astounding number of varieties to choose from that range in colors and sizes. Salvias bloom spring through fall, for multiple season interest.Â
Summer Perennial Color: Canna, Hardy Hibiscus, Pride of Barbados and more bring bright, vibrant color to the hot summer days. These colorful plants thrive in hot weather when many other perennials decline in blooms.
Succulents and Houseplants: We get a refresh on our succulent and houseplant selections in spring so make sure you are visiting often to catch all the new arrivals when they head in.
