Troubleshooting
The Many Benefits of Beautyberry
Right about now, Beautyberry shrubs are developing their signature clusters of magenta/purple berries that cluster along the stems in an ombre pattern. This is truly a remarkable sight and gives you a good idea where these deciduous shrubs got their names from. Today...
Evaluating Planting Spaces for Agave, Cactus & Desert Specimens
Planting agave, cactus, and other desert specimens can offer a world of textural and structural interest into your landscapes. Their low water usage is a highly desirable trait for our area that sees more than its fair share of droughty summers. But San Antonio...
Pride of Barbados Varieties for San Antonio, Texas Gardens
If your gardens are lacking pizzazz, color, and drama, don’t worry, we’ve got just the plants to bring the heat! Meet our chosen selections of Pride of Barbados varieties, and get ready for these bold and blooming beauties to turn your San Antonio landscape into a...
Crape Myrtle Bark Scale Treatment: The Time is Now
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,...
Buddleia davidii: How to Grow a Butterfly Bush
Are you ready to transform your Texas garden into a butterfly paradise? Look no further than the buddleia davidii, also known as the butterfly bush! This vibrant, easy-to-grow shrub is a favorite among pollinators and gardeners alike. And the best part? There are now...
Holes in Leaves? You Might Have Leaf Cutter Bees.
Have you noticed perfectly semi-circular or circular cuts in the leaves of your favorite plants? Don't be alarmed! You've likely encountered the work of leaf cutter bees, fascinating and beneficial insects that play a vital role in pollination. Forget harsh...
What Attracts Pollinators to Flowers? A Guide for San Antonio
So, you want a garden buzzing with life? A vibrant haven where butterflies flutter, bees hum, and maybe even a hummingbird or two zip by? The secret lies in understanding what attracts pollinators to flowers! It's not just about planting any pretty bloom; it's about...
Best Mosquito Control for Yards: Prevention Tips for Mosquitoes
Ah, San Antonio. A city of vibrant culture, delicious food, and…relentless mosquitoes? If you're tired of swatting away these uninvited guests every time you step outside, you're in the right place. Let's dive into the best options for mosquito control for yards that...
Daylily Bulbs: A San Antonio Growing Guide
So, you're thinking about adding some vibrant color and effortless charm to your San Antonio garden? Look no further than daylily bulbs! These hardy perennials are a fantastic choice for our unique climate, offering a dazzling display of blooms with minimal fuss....
Pests & Diseases
Fireworks Gomphrena Lives Up to Its Name.
You know how sometimes there is just that one plant that you fall in love with? It seems to have everything you look for, AND it grows perfectly for you? Everyone has that specific plant that is just meant to be, and I am positive that I have found mine in Fireworks...
4 Ways to Control Garden Pests Naturally
Pests and gardening go hand in hand. You are not the only one who is eager to get a taste of your spring or fall veggies, or looking forward to the blooms on your prized rose bush. The pests want in on your gardening too! Pest control in the garden can be a daunting...
Attracting Beneficial Insects To Your Gardens
Inviting beneficial insects into your San Antonio landscape is a great way to help you naturally fight off pest problems we face while gardening in our city. Beneficial insects are helpful insects that make their living by devouring your garden pests, working...
Raising caterpillars and butterflies: A newbies experience!
I've embarked on a new adventure and frankly, it is taking over my life. I went to one seminar, Monarch Tagging and Releasing with Drake White (The Nectar Bar), and took one trip to visit Laura Jarvis's (our event coordinator) backyard butterfly oasis back in October...
Ladybug, ladybug, fly away home….
What if you were met face to face with a creature that had barbed mandibles to rip apart prey, poisonous and bitter blood to ward off potential attackers, and was a ravenous predator that devours thousands during its lifetime? Does this description cross your mind...
Bring in the Backyard Birds
Bird watching can be hours of fun for the whole family! It is a morning ritual at our house to feed the birds and sit down on the porch with a nice cup of hot coffee, then watch the show. Birds will do the silliest things. We have blue jays that like to hide the...
