You Don't Want to Miss This!

It is that oh so gorgeous time of year when blue bonnets are Everywhere in Texas Hill Country! 

Pack a picnic and take off for a day trip to enjoy a great family outing. Do not forget your camera! 

Bluebonnets usually begin to bloom in March, but erupt into seas of color everywhere this beautiful springtime month of April. Best known as the Texas state flower, people come from all over to admire these beauties. To see the most spectacular views, stop in a neighborhood cafe or shop and ask the locals. They will steer you toward a possible secret wonderland. Because of higher than normal rainfall amounts in the most recent months, the show should be even more breathtaking than in previous years.

When landscaping your yard and gardens, keep in mind that a natural habitat encourages well...nature. It is also very low maintenance and cost efficient, saving watering during our hot summer months. While some may assume that the area surrounding San Antonio, Kerrville and Fredericksburg may be dry and brown, there is actually a beautiful rainbow of colors with brilliantly glowing natural wildflowers, which attract brightly colored butterflies and birds. 

Burroughs Landscaping has a perfect up to date solution for your outdoor living area that includes your own daily entertainment. Contact the knowledgeable, dependable team for ideas to gain the most enjoyment from your garden. This time next year you can enjoy the stunning beauty of blue bonnets right from your own patio!

Burroughs Landscaping offers outstanding service and innovative ideas with landscaping tailored to Xeriscaping in Hill Country Texas. The experienced team enjoys landscaping in Kerrville, Hunt, Ingram, Fredericksburg, Boerne, Bandera, Comfort, San Antonio and Mountain Home. Burroughs works with home owners, builders and general contractors and considers the location, topography, aesthetics and aspirations of each client.

Xeriscaping in the Fall...

Xeriscaping is quickly becoming popular in the San Antonio / Hill Country area. It is a way of landscaping that promotes water conservation, which is all important in our region.

Burroughs Landscaping has all the answers to convert your yard and garden. They combine your wants with their knowledge in planning what your landscape will look like during each season of the year.

Fall is a great time to evaluate any changes that may need to be made. Burroughs provides native plants, shrubs and trees that are the most drought resistant. These same plants will entice visitors such as birds and butterflies to inhabit your yard.

To avoid excessive watering in the summer, now may be the time to re-evaluate the amount of turfgrass you have. A good rule is no more than one-third of your landscape should be grass, and Burroughs knows the best type of grass to use.

Mike and his team will recommend  everything from irrigation to mulch to maintenance. Fall is the ideal time for the team to transplant any existing plants to a more accommodating location. Mulch will protect roots of plants and trees during potentially harsh winter months. This is the perfect solution for leaves. Leaf mulch reduces water evaporation and adds nutrients. This is a great solution rather than bagging leaves. 

There are unlimited options with stone paths, walls, patios, etc. Visit Burroughs Landscaping today to assist in your fall landscaping adventures.

Beautiful Hill Country Landscape

Living in Hill Country Texas can be difficult in the summer. With the heat and lack of rain it can be hard to stay cool and keep your yard shaded and green. Trees play an important role in this. Planting trees that will stay green for as long as possible.

Evergreen plants and trees stay green all year long, hundreds of species thriving in climates around the world. Flowering evergreen plants, trees, shrubs, ground covers and vines bring color to gardens and landscapes. Evergreens attract birds and other wildlife to feed on nuts or seeds and take shelter under thick-growing foliage.

Trees define the landscape, creating the bones of your yard. Evergreens do not lose their leaves and remain green year round, creating wonderful shade for those hot summer days. Burroughs Landscaping has done all of the research for you, saving you both time and money later on down the road. In addition, Burroughs knows which plants and trees have a long blooming period, lasting from mid-summer to fall.

By Peggy Cunningham