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Winter Plant Protection: Indoor Winter Care

by Happy Gardener | 11/25/2025 | Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Winter Garden | 0 Comments

When cool nights start signaling the approach of winter, many San Antonio gardeners begin the annual ritual of bringing tender plants indoors. But before you shuffle those pots inside, there’s a crucial step that often gets overlooked: treating plants for pests before...

Poinsettia Care: Watering Tips – Ditch the Ice Cubes.

by Happy Gardener | 11/24/2025 | Annuals & Perennials, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Winter Garden | 0 Comments

Using ice cubes to water poinsettias has become a trendy “hack,” but it’s actually not helpful and can even be harmful to the plant. Poinsettia care really starts with watering correctly. It can be the difference between a gorgeous holiday plant that thrives or one...

Growing Reblooming Bearded Iris in San Antonio: Care Guide

by Happy Gardener | 11/20/2025 | Annuals & Perennials, Fall Garden, Flower Bulbs, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Spring Garden, Winter Garden | 2 Comments

Bearded iris are some of the most iconic spring bloomers in Texas gardens. Their ruffled petals, bold colors, and dependable performance make them a favorite for creating showstopping beds with minimal maintenance. For gardeners interested in extended color,...

Planting Onions in San Antonio Texas: Nov.- Dec. is Prime Time.

by Happy Gardener | 11/20/2025 | Edibles, Fall Garden, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Vegetables, Winter Garden | 0 Comments

It's time to start planting onions here in the San Antonio area and you're in the right place for some great tips. Onions are one of the most satisfying and versatile vegetables to grow. When done right, you can enjoy crisp green onions early in the season or...

Planting Spring Wildflowers in San Antonio, Texas: An Easy Guide.

by Happy Gardener | 11/19/2025 | Annuals & Perennials, Native/Xeriscape/Wildflowers, Wildflower Mixes | 0 Comments

If you’ve ever dreamed of a yard bursting with bluebonnets, Indian blanket, and cheerful coreopsis, you can have it! Planting spring wildflowers in San Antonio, Texas is easier than you might think. The trick is getting the timing right, understanding how wildflowers...

Stock Flowers in San Antonio: A Fragrant Winter–Spring Favorite

by Happy Gardener | 11/13/2025 | Annuals & Perennials, Fall Garden, Seasonal & Gardening Tips, Spring Garden, Winter Garden | 0 Comments

Stock flowers (Matthiola incana) are a rewarding cool-season annuals for San Antonio gardeners. Known for their delightful cinnamon-and-clove fragrance, upright stems, and full, ruffled blooms, stock offers a nostalgic charm that instantly elevates winter and...