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 beautiful low-input landscape. Fee: included with admission to the San Antonio Festival of Flowers.
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 local ecosystem with careful planning and plant placement. In this workshop, learn how to build functional rain gardens. Fee: $20 ($15 members). Registration ends when […]
"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 change the way you think about pollinator gardens and their diverse visitors. Free with admission to San Antonio Festival of Flowers. Victoria Blachman is a […]
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 about plants that thrive in the shade.
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 gardening then make sure to attend this seminar where you can speak directly to experts in the field. Free with admission to San Antonio Festival […]
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 County Master Gardener, to learn how you, as a home gardener, can make a difference for these special pollinators.
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 your own fungi at home. In Part 2, you will be introduced to the history of mushroom cultivation, the role of mycelium in nature, benefits […]
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 upcoming monthly and quarterly drop-off events and locations.) Accepted materials at drop-offs include: auto fluids, batteries; cooking oil; E-waste; fluorescent light fixtures and ballasts; household […]
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 dirty in the Garden while enjoying concessions and live music. Celebrate Soil and Mud is one of the Garden’s family-friendly events that offers guests a chance […]
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 expert answers and guidance on planting, installation techniques, fertilization best practices, and how to identify and manage oak wilt—a serious threat to our native trees.
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 low maintenance? Does it have a fun story? Does it provide a unique landscape service? Oh, and is it attractive? These are the questions Monika […]
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 abundance. Rainwater harvesting can reduce stormwater runoff, lower your water bill and keep your landscape green all year long. Join us to learn more about […]