by Happy Gardener | Jul 31, 2025 | Soil & Compost, Soil Amendments, Soil Building
Starting a vegetable garden? One crucial step is to prioritize is building healthy garden soil. The level of your gardening success lies in the quality of the soil. It directly impacts plant growth, nutrient availability, and overall garden health. Why Healthy Soil...
by Happy Gardener | Feb 15, 2023 | Organic Compost, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Soil & Compost, Soil Amendments
When you add organic matter to garden soil, it supports the growth of microorganisms and helps retain moisture. The organic matter in your soil also provides nutrients for plants, improves your plants’ ability to absorb nutrients and water, and makes it easier...
by Happy Gardener | Jun 8, 2022 | Mulch, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Soil & Compost
Another blog about mulch? Yep, that’s right. Why? Because we care about you and we care about the plants you take home from Rainbow Gardens. It is our desire to continue to offer you gardening tips that only increase your chances of success. Mulch is one of those...
by Rainbow Gardens | Feb 8, 2022 | Fertilizing, Soil & Compost, Soil Building, Turf & Lawn, Weed Control
February is really the jump start month for spring in San Antonio. If you didn’t get a chance to look at Jump Start Spring Part 1: Planting and Pruning, you can access the blog at the link. Part 2 is all about lawn and soil prep for the upcoming spring season. When it...
by Rainbow Gardens | Jan 26, 2021 | Organic Compost, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Soil & Compost, Soil Amendments, Soil Building
Year after year, and this year will be no different, we remind you that garden soil preparation is the most crucial step to successful gardening. Whether you are filling up a raised bed for veggies or building a new perennial bed, well prepared soil is key. Our native...
