Mission Marquee Plaza Farmers & Artisans Market, every first and third Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., March to November. A yoga or Zumba fitness class will kick off each market at 9 a.m.! All fitness levels are welcome. Find fresh, locally sourced foods and explore the handmade crafts and products from local pop-up vendors. […]
Fall is just around the corner and summer is a wonderful time to start planning your garden. Join horticulturalist, Layni Langham in a lecture-style class with a walk covering cool-season plant varieties used here at the Garden that save water and attract pollinators. Learn how to plan Texas native garden beds, design principles, and other […]
Escape the summer heat with author Marisol Cortez as she shares selections from her new book âBird Church â! Free and open to the public. Event co-sponsors Friends of Mission Branch Library and Gardening Volunteers of South Texas invites you to watch segments of GVST Go Gardening monthly video series and learn about Friends of […]
A DIY perspective on harvesting rainwater, air conditioning condensate, and grey water (shower and washing machine) We will explore the Do-It-Yourself world of water catchment in the modern home. This will include rain, AC condensation, and graywater from the shower. By collecting water from rainfall, air conditioning condensate, and graywater collection, you can significantly decrease […]
Join Green Spaces Alliance for Lonestar Permaculture, a vibrant, hands-on workshop celebrating sustainable living, local food systems, and regenerative gardeningâall with a Texas twist! This one-hour experience blends education, food, resources, and fun to help you explore how permaculture principles can transform your home, garden, and community. During this engaging workshop, youâll: Learn the basics […]
Join Garden Volunteers of South Texas (GVST) this summer and support your community while assisting with the pollinator garden at Denver Heights Community Center. Weâre looking for volunteers to assist with the pollinator garden before a series of engaging community presentations. Volunteer gardening hour will be 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm. (Volunteers should be between […]
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 landscape and how you can partner with them for thriving WaterSaver gardens!
Micky PiĂąa, proprietor of JuMicks Holistic Wellness organic farm-to-table business and a registered nurse, will discuss food from home gardens and how we can utilize native, drought tolerant plant material. Kitty Hommer, board president of South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center, will share how it is adapting to challenges and thriving through the use […]
Want to turn food scraps into garden gold but not sure where to begin? If you're curious about composting, join Rose Flores for a fun and informative Composting Basics Workshop, where you'll learn how to kickstart your composting journey with the simplest, most effective methods! Discover the science of soil, why it matters, and how […]
Be inspired at the Botanical Garden and learn about the best seasonal plants and design tips for creating a beautiful, drought-tolerant landscape. Free with admission or SABOT membership.
Composting with WORMS?! đ Join us for a hands-on, community-powered workshop all about building healthy soil and turning food scraps into goldâaka compost! Whether youâre new to gardening or already getting your hands dirty, this workshop will walk you through the basics of soil health and simple composting methods, including an exciting live demo of […]
Escape the summer heat with native plant author Gary Irish as he presents from new book âGardening on the Dry Side of Texas: Drought-Tolerant Plants and Techniquesâ. Gary Irish will present for an hour following the themes of: - The Changing Garden Environment - How Plants Cope with Drought and Heat - Creating a Less […]
Join us for a hands-on Soil Health Workshop where weâll explore composting basics, soil care, and garden maintenanceâall at our office garden! What to Expect: â Learn how to improve soil health â Intro to composting and red wiggler bins â Help us care for the garden â Light refreshments provided Bonus: The first 15 […]