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 […]

Inspired by International Mud Day, explore the Garden while learning what is so special about soil and mud through hands-on activities, including a giant mud slide! Families are invited to get […]

Join us for an engaging and informative class led by a Miguel Teveni, Board-Certified Master Arborist. Whether you’re a homeowner, landscaper, or tree enthusiast, this is your chance to get […]

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 […]

Join Garden Volunteers of South Texas (GVST) this summer and support your community while assisting with the pollinator garden at Denver Heights Community Center. We’re looking for volunteers to assist […]

Get outside in celebration of Pride Month and enjoy free entry all day at Mitchell Lake Audubon Center! Take home native plant educational material to learn what plants would work […]

Join us and other members of the community to help us clean up our habitat! We depend on our amazing volunteers to help manage our habitat. This can involve trail […]

Learn how to draw your own map of the San Antonio Botanical Garden with Texan cartographer Emma Schmidt! In this workshop you will spend time walking the Garden gathering inspiration […]

Creep into the strange and captivating world of carnivorous plants in this botany-focused class! We will explore the unique adaptations that allow these plants to trap, digest, and derive nutrients […]

Master Gardener Karen Gardner 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 […]

  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 […]

Learn about Audubon Texas’ Conservation Ranching and Bird-Friendly Beef Certification Program from Range Ecologist, Sarah Galvan. She will be speaking on how cattle ranching and bird habitat conservation can go […]

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 […]

Relax from the hot summer weather under the shade trees with Zach Ritchie, conservation manager at the gardens. From giant Bur Oaks to the Canby Oak, learn the basics of […]

Get outside in celebration of Pollinator Week and enjoy free entry all day at Mitchell Lake Audubon Center! Take home native plant educational material to learn what plants would work […]

Can you eat it? Make tea from it? Does it serve wildlife? Does it taste good or provide a health benefit? Is it low maintenance? Does it have a fun […]

Make Music San Antonio returns to the Garden for a full day of sound and celebration. Inspired by France’s “Fête de la Musique,” this global event unites more than 750 […]

Calling all crafters, makers, and creative souls! Youtuber OneDayRenee and Eco Centro would like you to join us for a fun and inspiring Craft Swap where we’ll share, swap, and […]

Learn about the history of landscape management in South Texas and implications for water resources with Gregg Eckhardt as he presents “Landscapes and Water: A Historical Perspective.” How have our […]

This presentation details a journey in restoring Texas’ tallgrass prairie, from understanding the issue to removing invasive species, preparing the land, and planting native grasses. Despite challenges, the presentation demonstrates […]

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 […]

Redesign your yard using native and adapted plant species that not only boost biodiversity but also save on your water bill! Welcome color and pollinator species back into your yard […]

You can grow many plants by taking cuttings from the original plant. This includes drought-tolerant Texas natives, houseplants, and succulents. During the class, we’ll start by discussing the different ways […]

Join us for an engaging evening workshop on vermicomposting, led by Sherry! Discover how to turn your kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich compost using the power of worms. Participants will learn […]

Learn how to transform kitchen scraps and yard waste into nutrient-rich compost through simple, effective backyard composting techniques.

Escape the summer heat  with professional photographer Merry Langlinais as she presents “Native Plants for Butterflies”,  her photographic journal of native plants in the Texas Hill Country and butterflies that relied on […]

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 […]

Come join gardening enthusiasts for an awesome in-person event by SA Composting Project to exchange seeds and learn about saving seeds! Are you ready to ramp up your garden? Join […]

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 […]

The 10th Annual Monarch Butterfly & Pollinator Festival will be held on Saturday, October 18th from 9am to 1pm at Brackenridge Park right next to the Zoo entrance! Tag monarch butterflies […]

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 […]