by Happy Gardener | May 22, 2025 | Edibles, Vegetables
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...
by Happy Gardener | Jul 18, 2022 | Edibles, News & Events, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Summer Garden, Vegetables
Mid July is a good time to think about a few change outs for your gardens, especially vegetable gardens. Soil preparation for the upcoming fall veggie season is also important. Keep in mind that much of your work in the garden during this time is best done in the...
by Happy Gardener | Apr 22, 2021 | Edibles, Pests & Diseases, Vegetables
Early leaf blight can quickly turn the dream of growing a tomato plant into a nightmare. One day you are enjoying the progress in the growth of your tomato plant and the next you are watching it being taken over by this gnarly disease. Early detection is key to this...
by Happy Gardener | Mar 6, 2021 | Edibles, Fall Garden, Spring Garden, Vegetables
Large Red Cherry tomatoes are one of the best producing tomatoes for our climate in San Antonio. The heat of our summers is too harsh for most large and extra large tomatoes. Once the temperatures hit the 90’s and higher, fruit production is essentially shut...
by Happy Gardener | Feb 4, 2021 | Edibles, Vegetables
Every spring we get excited to let you know what the Rodeo Tomato of the year is. This year is no different. The 2021 Rodeo Tomato is not a new variety, but it is still a tomato that is worthy of the title. Without further adieu, Ruby Crush is the 2021 Rodeo Tomato....
