By Sarah Galvan. Texas may not be known for its seasonal color, but the prairie flame-leaf sumac (Rhus lanceolata) remains an exception. In November and December, this aptly named native …
By Brad Wier. Living in South Central Texas you might scratch your head when you hear that this is the best time for landscape planting. And with potentially freezing temperatures …
By Seth Patterson, SAWS Conservation Consultant. You have several options to get rid of autumn leaves. But it might be simpler — and more beneficial for your landscape — to …
By Sarah Galvan. This may be fallen leaves and pumpkin season, but there is still time to plant wildflowers! If summer 2023 left your landscape with sunny bare patches, sowing …
By Cleveland Powell, SAWS Conservation Planner Patience, trust and no fuss — these are just a few of our recommendations to help your milkweed flourish. Many of us have heard …
Don’t let drought be a plot twist. Discover the secrets to a yard that thrills despite drought — and provides a wild escape for pollinators. Thrilling, spine-chilling and full of …
If you were in San Antonio through summer this year, congratulations: you survived our hottest summer on record — and the fifth-driest. Between the heat and absence of rain, gardeners …
Crisp autumn air is a welcome relief — unless you’ve been overwatering your lawn. Cooler temperatures and increased moisture make your grass susceptible to fungal disease. Cooler temperatures and increased …
Replacing some or all of your lawn with beautiful WaterSaver landscaping plants is an easy and effective way to reduce your water use, save money and create a more interesting …
