The Outdoor Journal

In Bulverde and Cibolo, watering your lawn can feel like a guessing game. Too little water and your grass turns brown and crunchy. Too much and you waste water and invite disease. With our hot summers and changing watering rules, it’s important to water smart. This guide will help you understand how much water your lawn really needs in Bulverde and Cibolo. How Often Should You Water? In warm months, most lawns need about 1–1.5 inches of water per week from rain and irrigation

Stone Oak is a beautiful place to live, but its rocky hills and thin soil can be tough on lawns. Between the slopes, the heat, and the mix of sun and shade, it takes a little extra care to keep grass green and healthy here. At Rooted Outdoor LLC, we work on Stone Oak lawns every week, so we’ve learned what works and what doesn’t. Here’s a simple guide to caring for your Stone Oak lawn. Know Your Soil and Slopes Many Stone Oak yards have shallow soil sitting on top of rock. Th

Keeping a healthy lawn in San Antonio isn’t just about watering and fertilizer. Mowing on the right schedule is one of the biggest factors in how your grass looks and feels. Our hot summers, rocky soil, and mix of sun and shade mean your lawn grows differently than lawns in other parts of the country. Here’s a simple guide to how often you should mow in San Antonio and the surrounding areas to keep your yard thick, green, and healthy. Spring (March–May)As temperatures warm up