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Did you know many of our Texas native plants — including roses — are also herbs? So why not use them to add a little zing to your holiday cooking? Herbs are used not only for culinary purposes [...]

Do your part to save solitary bees — build them a humble abode. Bee creative and check our Pinterest board for buzzworthy ideas! A gentle and hard-working pollinator, the little mason bee, is [...]

Watering days stay the same in Stage 2 as in Stage 1, but watering hours are shortened: 7-11 a.m. and 7-11 p.m. on your day. When in San Antonio dry, hot conditions settle in causing the Edwards [...]

When steamy temps take their toll on the Edwards Aquifer level, prompting a return to Stage 1 landscape watering restrictions. Here’s what that means for your lawn and garden. Hot, dry summer [...]

Still pondering the perfect Mother’s Day gift? We’ve curated a few good ideas that are sure to get her nod of approval. Mother’s Day is quickly approaching and you may be wondering what to buy [...]

Skip the lines at craft stores — and save some cash, too — by looking to your garden for holiday decor inspiration and supplies. I don’t know about you, but Christmas and the holiday season is my [...]

While you’re sitting around digesting your turkey feast, grab a pencil and paper and jot down some ideas for an outdoor living space or garden bed. If you’re not cooking for family this [...]

Taking an extended summer vacation? It’s important to plan ahead to help your plants survive the separation. The kids have been out of school awhile and you’re planning that much needed [...]

Saving water and money is still the ultimate reward. But now SAWS residential water customers can earn a little bonus for their water-saving ways. Have you been on the fence about capping a few [...]

Fiesta may only come once a year, but you can enjoy the bold, beautiful colors of the festive event year-round right in your own landscape! For those of us who’ve been in San Antonio long enough [...]