Get outside and enjoy free entry all day at Mitchell Lake Audubon Center. Does your dog need some time in nature, too? Bring them along on your visit to Mitchell […]
Join us for an exciting and informative Seed Saving Seminar with Kay Brouillette, author of Seed Saving Simplified. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener, this seminar will equip […]
Learn how to use your leaves, grass clippings and vegetable scraps to strengthen the soil in your garden, beds, and lawn. Join Karen Gardner, Bexar County Master Gardener, as she […]
This 32-hour course has four sessions. It is designed to prepare professional arborists for the ISA Certification exam. This course is also ideal for nonprofessionals who want to stay safe […]
Be inspired at the Botanical Garden and learn about the best seasonal plants and design tips for creating a beautiful, drought-tolerant landscape. Instructor: Anthony Sierra, Conservation Educator. Fee: Free with […]
Ground covers can be an important element in your home landscape. They can serve as a “living mulch”, retaining moisture, suppressing weeds, and moderating soil temperatures. They provide an alternative […]
Mitchell Lake Audubon Center is excited to bring back Migratory Bird Fest as we kick off spring migration with a free community festival filled with live birds and animals, games, […]
Temporarily car-free, Síclovía opens the road to pedestrians, bicyclists, and recreationalists. Síclovía is a free, annual event organized by the YMCA of Greater San Antonio that turns city streets into […]
How can mushrooms help us live more sustainably? Eco Centro is offering a 3-part engaging, hands-on workshop series taking you on a fungal journey in 2025. In Part 1, you […]
SAWS ensures our beautiful city always has a safe, reliable and quality supply of water at every turn of the tap. YOU play a huge role in how our city […]
The Beatitudes Prayer Walk Committee, San Antonio River Authority, Native Plant Society SA, Garden Volunteers of South Texas, and others will host a day of workshops, tours, and presentations including: […]
Unearth the grand world of Texas native grasses and learn how to properly identify them. On this walk through the San Antonio Botanical Garden and the Texas Hill Country Trail, […]
Of the thousands of firefly species found worldwide, more than 200 reside in North America. But did you know that firefly populations are in decline? Here’s the good news: you […]
Join Eco Centro for the newest addition to our propagation series, presented by Rose Flores, Eco Centro Director. This workshop will dive into the anatomy and physiology of native herbaceous […]
Discover the the wondrous lives of honeybees and their positive contribution to the environment! Join us for an exciting evening delving into the fascinating world of honeybees! Learn about their […]
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) should never be placed inside any cart for curbside collection and should always brought to HHW Drop-Off Centers. (See San Antonio's Solid Waste Management calendar for […]
Explore many sustainable gardening practices in the San Antonio Botanical Garden on this seasonally changing walking tour. Learn about native plants, rain gardens, and sustainable architecture. Explore more ways to […]
Whether you are designing a home landscape from scratch or reimagining an existing landscape, having a design plan can help you end up with a pleasing result while saving you […]
Whether you are designing a home landscape from scratch or reimagining an existing landscape, having a design plan can help you end up with a pleasing result while saving you […]
Join Green Spaces Alliance staff and Master Naturalists for a walk on the 1-mile out-and-back trail to see the bird blind, stock pond, pollinator meadow, and wildlife. As you hike, […]
Zachary Ritchie, Conservation Manager, will discuss the unique ecological relationships found across the native plants of Bexar County. From the various ecoregions to animal life, learn how native Texas plant […]
Explore native plants on the Texas Native Trails and throughout the Garden. Learn how native plants conserve water and adapt to their local environment. And learn how to grow these […]
Gardening in Texas can be tough! Texas gardeners need plants that tolerate extremes. Searing summer heat, drought, and winters that can feel like a deep freeze. Thanks to research lead […]
Join us and other members of the community to help us clean up our habitat! Mitchell Lake Audubon Center depends on our amazing volunteers to help manage habitat. This can […]
Taking a little time to research which plants to put into your latest landscape project will save you time, money, and disappointment. But where can you go to find the […]
Learn the value of pollinator gardens that can benefit both pollinators and your community. Explore how you can create a native, drought-tolerant wildlife habitat that is safe and educational for […]
In this program Master Gardener, John Vann will use a powerpoint presentation to explain our region’s unique climate and weather patterns as they relate to gardening and how homeowners can […]
A beginners guide to do-it-yourself rainwater harvesting from putting up a gutter system, to collection techniques, to water distribution, and available rebates. Harvesting your own collected rainwater conserves drinking water, […]
What does, “organic gardening” even mean and how do you start? Adding soil supplements such as compost, humates, soil activator, and various types of organic fertilizer will result in a […]
Igo Library hosts a celebration of nature education, from gardening and conservation to field science and learning, with organizations from all around Texas to table and present crafts and activities […]
Dr. Megan Clayton, Professor & Extension Range Specialist with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, will present two workshops: 1. Native Plant Restoration 2. Soil Limitations due to Site Conditions, adapted for […]
Dr. Calvin Trostle will highlight ornamental sunflowers and focus on the varieties that can be grown in Texas, their characteristics, ideal growing conditions, care, harvesting, and personal experiences with these […]
There is nature all around us, even in our cities! Bring your smartphone and help us participate in the City Nature Challenge Community Science Event and document the species living […]
Join David Rodriguez, Bexar County Extension Agent - Horticulture from Texas A&M AgriLife to learn about water conservation, planting, and pruning, along with general growing information to maintain your lawn […]
San Antonio Parks and Recreation is celebrating Earth Day 2024, an official Fiesta event, at Woodlawn Lake Park on Saturday, April 20 from 10am-2pm. Connect with representatives from local organizations […]
Master Gardener Nancy Mills will present the best methods and practices for growing herbs: which to select for the best results, how to plant, and how to water.
Learn how to create a pollinator patch or pocket prairie that can help local native flora and fauna while conserving water. Join avid native plant gardener and restoration ecologist Lee […]
Master Gardener Linda Cace will present the best methods and practices for growing herbs: which to select for the best results, how to plant, and how to water and care […]
Join Green Spaces Alliance for a hands-on workshop exploring the deep-rooted traditions of herbs in Indigenous cultures. Discover the history, medicinal properties, and sustainability of plants like sage, lavender, and […]
From Spanish Colonial acequias to gushing artesian wells, San Antonio has a unique and colorful water history like no place on Earth. Come join us for a delightful presentation by […]
An attractive and water-efficient landscape starts with the right plant in the right place and smart design practices to create a polished, sustainable look. In this workshop, Lynn Cox and […]
Bees are some of our most important pollinators in Texas. However, the loss of habitat, pesticide use, and other causes have put pressure on their population. Join Liana Benavides, Bexar […]
Earth-Kind Landscaping uses research-proven techniques to provide for a beautiful and resilient landscape while preserving and protecting the environment. Join John Vann, Bexar County Master Gardener, at Great Northwest Library […]
Learn why and how to build healthy soil on your property! You will learn how a healthy soil : can remove as much carbon dioxide from the air as a […]
Bring the whole family to the Garden for a day filled with hands-on nature play and outdoor exploration! From building bug hotels to imagining forts in our Family Adventure Garden, […]
Shade and ornamental trees are the most valuable plants in your landscape and live the longest. Selecting the right tree for your space, getting them off to a good start […]
Rainwater harvesting has so many benefits, from happy plants to money in your wallet. With so many things to consider, it can be hard to know where or how to […]
Get outside to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day and enjoy free entry all day at Mitchell Lake Audubon Center. Take home native plant educational material to learn what plants would […]
Join us and other members of the community to help us clean up our habitat! Mitchell Lake Audubon Center depends on our amazing volunteers to help manage habitat. This can […]
The time is finally here! After one year of master planning, we are ready to reveal our plan for the future. This community celebration marks the culmination of a […]
Learn valuable techniques to develop landscapes that are made to last and function sustainably with local ecosystems -- landscapes that work! Learn valuable techniques to develop landscapes that are made […]
Master Gardener Candy Roach will present on the best methods and practices for successfully growing herbs: how to select and plant them, how to water them, and how to care […]
Master Gardener Grace Emery will present on the best methods and practices for successfully growing herbs: how to select and plant them, how to water them, and how to care […]
In this program Master Gardener, Karen Gardner, will explain our region’s unique climate and weather patterns as they relate to gardening and how homeowners can overcome those challenges in their […]
Have you ever wanted to get involved in a local gardening or outdoor group? Are you curious about what programs, classes and activities are going on around town in the […]
Celebrate Basil, The Herb of Summer - OR ANYTIME. Stop by Fanick's on for info on basil and all herbs, plants to purchase, cooking demonstrations, and a children's potting center.
David Rodriguez, our Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Agent, gardening expert and local radio personality will speak at Rainbow Gardens Society Saturday about simple, smart tips for helping your plants stay […]
Spring is in full bloom at Mitchell Lake Audubon Center! Join this laid-back walk as Mitchell Lake staff showcases some of our native wildflowers and how their blooms support the […]
Taking a little time to research which plants to put into your latest landscape project will save you time, money, and disappointment. But where can you go to find the […]
Bees, including honeybees and our native bees, are one of our most important pollinators. Loss of habitat, pesticide use and more have caused stress of their population. Join Candy Roach, […]
This month GVST is having a field trip to the North American Friendship Garden located at Confluence Park. SARA personnel will give a presentation about the garden in the Estela […]
Encouraging our feathered friends to take up residence, or at least visit our gardens, benefits both birds and gardeners. Birds add life, song, and color to our garden. They consume […]
Healthy soil is the key to growing healthy plants. Are you ready to give your soil a helping hand before things heat up? Set your summer garden up for success […]
Gardeners from throughout South Texas come together at San Antonio's annual Festival of Flowers to check out visiting nurseries, garden centers, growers, experts, artisans and designers. Attendees enjoy an organic […]
The Pollinator Tea Party is a free, family-friendly, zero-waste event that celebrates pollinators through immersive nature playscapes, environmental education, and sustainable practices during the spring Monarch Butterfly migration. Attendees will […]
David Rodriguez, County Extension Agent, Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service and host of the Lawn and Garden Show on WOAI AM 1200, presents guidelines on conserving water and having a […]
Cycles of flash floods and drought are hard for home gardens and the environment. Rainscapes can create gardens where plants thrive in changing weather. They also benefit wildlife and the […]
"Native Pollinators of Texas" Do you love butterflies but hate wasps? Think honeybees are the heavy lifters in pollination? Vicki will provide an overview of Texas' native pollinators which may […]
Struggling with your shade garden? Not all shade is the same. Join Linda Cace, Bexar County Master Gardener, as she defines the ‘shades’ of shade, shares design techniques, and talks […]
The Organic Roundtable is moderated by Bob Webster, KTSA "South Texas Gardening" Host, co-owner, Shades of Green Nursery. Everything organic is on the table! If you have questions about organic […]
Bees are some of our most important pollinators in Texas. However, the loss of habitat, pesticide use, and other causes have put pressure on their population. Join Danie Aldana, Bexar […]
Join us for another engaging workshop where we will explore the incredible world of mushroom cultivation and their potential to create a more sustainable future. Discover how you can grow […]
Author Monika Maeckle with passion flower vine Can you eat it? Make tea from it? Does it serve wildlife? Does it taste good or provide a health benefit? Is it […]
Are you ready to scale up from a rain barrel, or want to start harvesting large amounts of rainwater for your home, garden, or both? Turn water scarcity into water […]
Join Bexar Branches Alliance for an engaging Eco Bites session exploring the current state of the San Antonio region's tree canopy and the critical role trees play in water conservation […]
Free and Open to the Public; $5 donation appreciated. Donations made during Gardening Essentials go to the Dr. Tom Harris Scholarship Fund unless otherwise designated. Session 1: ”Plants with […]
So you want to plant natives. Want to know where you can find plants and seeds? Are all the plants available at retail stores? At a special event Monday, June […]
Have you ever wondered how to grow sprouts successfully from seed, or which plants are perfect for propagation? This workshop is for you! The weather may be heating up, but […]
From Spanish Colonial acequias to gushing artesian wells, San Antonio has a unique and colorful water history like no place on Earth. Come join us for a delightful presentation by […]
Learn proper pruning techniques, so your drought tolerant & native perennials can bloom again in the fall in time for fall pollinators! Texas summers can make our gardens look dry […]
Rose Flores, Academic Program Director of Eco Centro, will present 2 sessions: Session 1: Building soil in urban spaces to Conserve our Resources: Why grow food on urban land?” Session […]
Join Haeley Giambalvo, author of NativeBackyards.com, to learn how to get started growing more Texas native plants in your yard this fall! Haeley will show you how to find the […]
From below the soil surface to flying above our heads, beneficial insects have profound effects on our gardens. Come learn about many of the common invertebrate characters that grace our […]
This short workshop touches on all of the basics of Rainwater Harvesting, and questions to ask yourself. Rainwater harvesting has so many benefits, from happy plants to money in your […]
Join SA Composting Project for an introduction to Eisinia foetida, commonly known as the red wiggler worm, and how to compost with worms. Composting is one of the best ways […]
Pollinator gardens can benefit both pollinators and your community. Explore how you can create a native, drought-tolerant wildlife habitat that is safe and educational for children at home and/or at […]
Come join us for an engaging hands-on workshop to learn all about native south Texas butterflies and the plants they need to thrive. Get ready to discover the beauty of […]
Join us at this year’s Solar Fest! This free, fun, family-friendly festival is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate with the community. Enjoy a variety of activities and engaging experiences, including […]
"Come join us for another delightful presentation by Gregg Eckhardt of San Antonio Water Systems, who will take you on an engaging exploration of the San Antonio River history. The […]
Discover the the wondrous lives of honeybees and their positive contribution to the environment! Join us for an exciting evening delving into the fascinating world of honeybees! Learn about their […]
