It’s Coming Soon . . . to Milberger’s Nursery
Why is a plant nursery unloading hundreds of bales of straw?
Gardening Calendar for September
September is not usually a major leaf drop month but this year will be an exception. Shade trees loaded themselves with leaves in response to the heavy rains last winter […]
Mulch and Compost for the Fall and Winter Garden
If you have raised bed gardens that you use to grow fall and winter flowers and/or vegetables, it is time to make preparations so that you can be ready to […]
Leaf Drop and Tomatoes in the Heat
Leaf Drop. This summer it has been common for shade trees to drop leaves. Prepare to see even more as trees that put on heavy leaf loads in response to […]
Questions for Calvin – Broccoli Transplants
I see that broccoli transplants are already in the nursery. It is still very hot. Should they be planted now, or is it best to wait? As long as they […]
Dealing with Sandburs and Winter Weeds
It is an especially difficult time with sandburs and winter weeds. Here are some helpful tips to help keep them under control. If the infested area is not large, pop […]
Calvin Finch September Q&A
We have a lacebark elm that has been in the ground 5 years and was beautiful. The leaves suddenly turned brown and are hanging on the tree. We have been […]
Once Per Week Watering All Year Long
The San Antonio Water System has proposed and some policy makers (SAWS Board Members and City Council Members) are supporting the idea of installing Stage 1 water use rules all […]