While we’re already halfway through the first month of 2022, there's still time to add to your New Year’s Resolution goals. Thinking of adding plant parents to the list? We’ve got you covered.

Whether you’re looking to build a garden oasis in your backyard or transform your space into major jungle vibes, here are five local plant shops to help you get rooted.

Evergreen Garden, 922 W. Hildebrand Ave. | Times vary | The garden carries a wide selection of native plants suitable for Central Texas weather, while its glass greenhouse is stocked with exotic houseplants + local handmade goods.

Fanick's Garden Center, 1025 Holmgreen Rd. | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. | This 10-acre family-owned nursery is located on the Southeast side of town and boasts the largest selection of fruit trees in Texas. Pro Tip: Before you head out, download its fruit tree guide.

Burgeon Plant Co, @ThePinkHill, 2012 Broadway | Sat.-Sun., 10 a.m.-2 p.m | This pop-up plant shop specializes in cacti, succulents, and tropical species like this amazing Monstera deliciosa.

Plant shoppe, 3020 N. St. Mary’s St. | Wed.-Fri., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. + Sat.-Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | While this modern plant shop carries your favorite exotic houseplants and cacti, they also specialize in curated bundles for every kind of plant person.

Rainbow Gardens, two locations | Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. + Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Rainbow Gardens is your one-stop shop for annuals, perennials, house plants, fertilizers + more. Pro Tip: Check out its weekly ad for special deals.

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EVENTS

Today

SATX Local Comedy Showcase | Tues., Jan. 18 | 7:30 p.m. | LOL San Antonio, 618 N.W. Loop 410 | Watch or join some of the funniest local comedians on stage for a night of San Antonio stand-up. 🎤

Wednesday

Brain Science Symposium | Wed., Jan. 18 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Kidney Hypertension and Transplant Specialists, 915 S. Laredo St. | Free | Learn the secrets of making your brain + body younger by interacting with experts in the fields of brain science, nutrition, kidney, and heart wellness. 🧠

Thursday

San Antonio Restaurant Week | Now-Jan. 29 | Times vary | Multiple locations | $20+ | Dine-out or order curbside at your favorite restaurants during this bi-annual extravaganza. 🍽️

Friday

Scobee Planetarium Night Shows | Fri. Jan. 21 | Times vary | $5+ | 1819 N. Main Ave. | Enjoy a night under the stars and learn all about our vast solar system. 🌠

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NEWS NOTES

Weather

78º | Partly Cloudy | 10% chance of rain

Rank

H-E-B ranked No. 2 for best grocery retailer in the nation for the second year in a row while Amazon took the number one spot. Dunnhumby releases an annual retailer report that shares customers' favorite grocery stores based on data-driven by certain ‘preference drivers’. You can download the full report on the website. 🥑 (MySA)

Community

The Food Policy Council is hoping to create the first food forest at Padre Park on the Southside of town. The nonprofit has created a survey form to gauge the communities’ input on how this future project should be designed + named. 🌿

Tech

Local game developers + designers with The IMG Studio are currently developing a video game to help train and recruit Air Force, service members. They’ve also partnered with the company Pilot Pipeline to utilize the game to recruit pilots for commercial airlines. They hope to have a prototype of the product within the next 15 months. 🎮 (KSAT-12)

Show

The nationally recognized group “Hiplet Ballerinas” will perform at the Carver Community Cultural Center Sat., Jan. 22 at 8 p.m. The dance troupe mixes classical pointe techniques with hip-hop, African, Latin + other urban dance styles on stage. You can purchase tickets online prior to the event. 🩰

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Have you been to Scorpion yet?

The new eatery is located in the Dignowity Hill area on the East Side of town and serves an incredible Peruvian-inspired menu with a natural wine cave to boot. You can stop by in the morning for coffee Wed.-Sun. from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. or in the afternoon for its happy hour + delicious dinner plates.

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THE WRAP

Editor's Pick: I can't wait to stop by and visit The Jerk Shack's new location for some spiced Jackfruit tacos and its famous Masala fries. 🍟

Missed yesterday's newsletter? Check out our Q&A with San Antonio-based singer Ada Vox.

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