It’s transition time for South Texas backyard farmers. It’s good to remove your tired plants that have finished their growing cycles, yet bare ground in the Summer can turn into … Read More
Top 6 Must Do’s for June!
It’s time to transition our gardens as we leap into Summer! Enjoy the sound of water, summer breezes, & fun projects. Here’s our top tips for a beautiful outdoors! Check … Read More
Easy to Grow, Happy in Your Home – Zinnias!
As a young girl, I loved going out into the garden and cutting Zinnia flowers. They were such prolific bloomers and in so many different colors – reds, salmons, roses, … Read More
Memorable Gift Ideas for Mom
We’re thankful that many of you come to Gill’s to look for special gifts – we want to help you find something memorable for Mom! Here are a few ideas. … Read More
Plant Texas Natives to Support Wildlife
Choosing Texas native plants provides you with a beautiful, resilient landscape, and provides native wildlife with food and habitat. Native plants attract hummingbirds, butterflies, bees, lizards, frogs – all of … Read More
Top 6 Must Do’s for April 2020!
There’s plenty to do this month (water, plant, feed, lawn care) but here’s a few tips to help with your wellbeing and your gardening space. Check out our April Garden Guide … Read More
Now’s the Time for Food, Flowers, and Fresh Air
As we continue to monitor public health guidance and talk to our friends at other garden centers across the country, we’re reminded how important gardening is right now, at a … Read More
Plants, Pollinators, and Why We Need Each Other
Many of us enjoy the beauty of flowers in our backyard and community gardens. Growing native & pollinizing plants adds beauty and important habitats for wildlife, especially for pollinators. Even … Read More
Pro Planting Tip: Not Too Deep!
Whether you are potting up new flowers for Spring or planting a new veggie garden, proper planting depth is critical to the success of your plant. All plants have surface … Read More
A Sure Lift to the Spirits
Even though I love flowers in the garden all year long, for sure Fall and Winter annuals are my favorite. I think it’s because they thrive in cooler temperatures (just … Read More