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Fall is for Planting Trees, Shrubs and Much More Presented by David Rodriguez, Horticulturist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Fall is an ideal time to plant in South Central Texas because our cooler night temperatures and better rain chances promoter faster root and plant growth.  Join David at this FREE Earth-Kind seminar and learn what you can do in your ...

The Texas Fruit Conference is in its 10th year of providing education for the diverse fruit growing interests across Texas.  This program is beneficial for small acreage producers, home gardeners, Master Gardeners, and community gardens. Texas Fruit Conference Intro to Fruit Growing Workshop Monday, October 11   8:30 AM - 1:00 PM (includes lunch) Conference Monday, October 11  12:00 Noon - 5:00 ...

                      Fall Gardening Tasks Presented by Anna Vogler and Lynn Cox Bexar County Master Gardeners                       While the calendar says it’s fall, our temperatures often say it’s still summer.  How do you determine when fall is actually happening in Texas?  Fall ...

Fall Color Presented by David Rodriguez, Horticulturist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service One of the great things about living in South Central Texas is that we have a gorgeous “Second Spring” from September to December every year.  In this FREE seminar, David will show you how to make your landscape explode with vibrant colors this fall. Saturday, October 16, 2021 ...

October BCMG Seminar and Meeting Thursday, October 21, 2021 1:00 – 3:00 PM Hosted by Bexar County Master Gardeners Topic:  The Bulb Hunter: A Story Seeking Out Botanical Treasures Bulb collecting adventures turn into a life-altering quest, as Chris searches for heirloom bulbs across the South.  After graduating from TX A&M with a horticulture degree, Chris finds himself living in ...

Fall Is For Planting  Presented by David Rodriguez, Horticulturist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Learn about fall lawn care as well as tips on fall vegetable gardening, and get the jump on spring with recommended planting tips for trees and shrubs.  Bring a notebook and all your gardening questions! Saturday, October 30, 2021 10:00 – 11:30 AM The Garden Center ...

                  Composting 101 Presented by Anna Vogler  Bexar County Master Gardeners   Learn how to use your leaves, grass clippings, and vegetable scraps to strengthen the soil in your garden, beds, and lawn.  Join Bexar County Master Gardener Anna Vogler as she reveals the tips, techniques, and benefits of backyard composting.  Master Gardeners ...

GVST Gardening Essentials Classes are free and open to the public.  A $5 donation is requested.  Bring your “brown bag” lunch and prepare to acquire some new plants!  Tool sharpening is available and there will be door prizes!  MASKS ARE REQUIRED. Session 1:  What’s in a Name? – Soil Has a History Session 2:  Potting Soil Demonstration & Workshop Presented ...

November BCMG Seminar and Meeting Thursday, November 18, 2021 6:00 – 8:00 PM Hosted by Bexar County Master Gardeners Topic: Tree Selection & Maintenance April will discuss tree establishment and maintenance strategies that will help you achieve your landscaping goals and increase your appreciation for the unique characteristics of Central Texas trees. Speaker: April Rose, Consulting Arborist April Rose is ...

                  Growing Holiday Citrus Presented by Anna Vogler and Lynn Cox Bexar County Master Gardeners                       Oranges and other citruses have long been a holiday tradition.  Come and learn how to grow the best tasting citruses in your landscape and on your patio.  ...

Lunch & Learn With a Bexar County Master Gardener Bring your favorite lunch and learn from one of our Bexar County Master Gardeners.  We will be meeting from Noon to 1:00 PM on the second Friday of each month.  These lunch seminars are free.  However, because of COVID restrictions, reservations are required and must be made in advance because seating ...

                  Gardening Begins with the Soil All gardening begins with the soil: understanding the soil you’re working with, how to amend it, and then how to protect it.  Bexar County has four significantly different soils, from beach sand to a thick “gumbo” clay soil, and these soils can be amended in a ...

Lunch & Learn With a Bexar County Master Gardener Bring your favorite lunch and learn from one of our Bexar County Master Gardeners.  We will be meeting from Noon to 1:00 PM on the second Friday of each month.  These lunch seminars are free.  However, because of COVID restrictions, reservations are required and must be made in advance because seating ...

Fruits & Citrus Seminar Presented by David Rodriguez, Horticulturist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Saturday, January 15, 2022 10:30 AM - 12:00 Noon The Garden Center 10682 Bandera Rd. San Antonio, TX 78250 Join David at this FREE seminar and learn all you need to know about fruit and citrus trees.  Come learn about planting, fertilizing, pruning, and more.  Bring your ...

BCMG January Monthly Meeting Thursday, January 20, 2022 1:00 – 3:00 PM Hosted by Bexar County Master Gardeners Topic:  Rodeo Tomatoes: Their History & How to Grow Them Karen will explain the best practices for raising prize-winning tomatoes.  Also, this year’s Rodeo tomato will be unveiled. Speaker:  Karen Gardner, Bexar County Master Gardener The meeting is free and open to ...

Fruit Tree Seminar Presented by Dr. Larry Stein, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Saturday, January 22, 2022 9:00 - 11:30 AM Fanick's Garden Center 1025 Holmgreen Rd. San Antonio, TX 78220 Dr. Larry Stein, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, will teach you everything you need to know about fruit trees in this FREE seminar.  Come learn about planting, pruning, fertilizing, ...

Fruit Trees Presented by David Rodriguez, Horticulturist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Saturday, January 29, 2022 10:00 - 11:30 AM Milberger's Landscaping and Nursery 3920 N Loop 1604 E San Antonio, TX 78247 Join David at this FREE seminar and learn all you need to know about backyard fruit trees.  Bring your questions! 1.5 CEs - Code 001  

Home Grown Lecture Series 2022 Thursdays, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CST) Online Registration Free Online Monthly Seminars February 3, 2022 - Basic Grafting Techniques  Shannon Dietz, County Extension Agent-Ag & Natural Resources 1 BCMG CE - Code 001 March 3, 2022 - Tomatoes on the Patio Brandi Keller, County Extension Agent-Horticulture 1 BCMG CE - Code 001 April 7, 2022 - Starting ...

                  Growing and Maintaining Roses Presented by Holly Hodgins, Bexar County Master Gardener Come join Holly for this FREE seminar as she shares the tips and techniques to help you find the right selection of roses, the correct way to plant them, and how to provide the care they need, including the ...