Neighborhood Gardens (2)

Who: Carrasquillo Family
Where: Nora Vista Way

Spring is here! What a relief. The winter's dark and dreary days brought with it some unsightly yards and for months I have been waiting for a change. It is refreshing to finally see folks caring for their yards again. This post is a little late, but today I have a wonderful garden that I think will make up for the lack of posts.


This garden belongs to the Carrasquillo family. The garden is cared for by Mr. Carrasquillo, who is now retired and has taken up gardening as a hobby. Everything you see, from the brick border to the wood railing on the porch, was crafted and/or installed by Mr. Carrasquillo himself. Amazing!


Some of the plants that can be found in his garden include: Kalanchoe, 'Gold Star' Esperanza, Basil, and Wax Begonias. Thank you Mr. Carrasquillo and family for sharing your garden with the neighborhood!

Neighborhood Gardens (1)

Who: Judith and Rick
Where: Fairacres Way

Judith and Rick are an amazing couple and it is such a pleasure to have them both living in Monterrey Village. All winter long they have kept their front garden and lawn bright and colorful and we thought it would be a great idea to share with you their wonderful efforts. Fortunately, Judith and Rick were more than happy to let us in on their little secret to keeping their garden so vibrant during the cold, grey days of winter.

Q: Do you maintain your own garden? If not, what landscaping company do you use?
A: My husband and our gardening service Aleed Ansari, (210-656-1243) owner of Staccato, (landscaping and irrigation service) maintain our lawn. Aleed helped Rick set up the beds in front and back and then we have Aleed cut, trim and fertilize our lawn about 2x a month and he takes a break from December through February. Rick keeps bringing in plants for the beds in front and back.


Q: What plant species do you currently have in your garden?
A: Various perennials that are local. In the back gardenias, rose bushes, peach trees and a lime tree.

Q: How often do you water your lawn?
A: In the winter time about 2x a month, in the summer more frequently. Rick hand waters his plants with miracle grow fertilizer about 1x a week.


Q: Do you have any quick tips, ideas, suggestions on how to keep your garden and lawn free of weeds?
A: No, because none come through, maybe it's the mulch that Aleed put on our beds.



(Thank you Judith and Rick!)