Gardening is one of the most exciting and rewarding lifestyle changes one can implement. But where do you start? There is so much to know and learn. In this free, virtual workshop we will will start with the basics. Learn about the most common types of gardens, soil types, amendments, and we will answer as many questions as possible. Registration ...
Native Landscape For Birds: Companion Class For NLCP March 13, 2021 9:00 am – 4:00 pm The class is an online presentation on Zoom. The day-long class will include live Zoom presentations and a narrated, virtual plant walk to help in identification. Learn about the importance of birds and Texas’ role in bird migration. Understand the relationship between birds and ...
Wicking beds are a water-efficient gardening technique developed in Australia. They are, in essence, self-watering gardens. This presentation will briefly explain the history and science of wicking beds and then go through the steps of constructing your own wicking bed. Speaker: Stuart Birnbaum Free and open to the public but registration is required for this Zoom presentation. Registration For more ...
Come see what’s in bloom! Explore the Botanical Garden’s WaterSaver Gardens with a Master Naturalist. Learn the characteristics of different drought tolerant landscapes, including Cottage, Hill Country, Manicure Xeriscape, and Spanish style. Space is limited and face coverings are required. Meet at 10:00 AM behind the Admission kiosk. Fee: $15 ($13.50, Garden members) Registration deadline is Wednesday, March 17, at ...
2021 Annual Plant Sale ~ One Day Only! San Antonio Garden Center Saturday, March 20 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Free Admission and Parking Sales-Tax Free All Day Please Wear Your Mask! Bring wagon, cart or boxes to carry your plants. We will not have grocery shopping carts this year. Plants on Sale Geraniums – Herbs – Daylilies Perennials – ...
A computer and internet connection are required to take this workshop. Healthy plants start with healthy soil! Learn how to maintain your soil’s health and why it’s so important. Learn how the symbiosis in healthy soil can save your garden, and the planet! Instructor: Betsy Gruy, Co-Founder, Compost Queens Fee: $10 deposit, refundable upon completion of the post-workshop survey. Registration ...
Plant-Animal Interactions in the Fossil Record Insects have been feeding on plants for over 400 million years and these ecological interactions are quite common in the fossil record. By measuring the diversity of insect damage on ancient plants, we can better understand how plants and their insect culprits have changed through time and in response to changes in climate and ...
A computer and internet connection are required to take this workshop. It can be challenging to know exactly what to look at when exploring the flora and fauna of the natural world. In this workshop Biologist Craig Hensley will show you how to use the citizen science digital program iNaturalist. Participants will practice using iNaturalist as part of the City ...
The Men's Garden Club of San Antonio cordially invites you to the Spring Plant Sale! Thursday, March 25 - Saturday, March 27, 2021 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Hollywood Park 226 Yosemite Dr. San Antonio, TX 78232 There will be a variety of tomato plants ready for your garden and a wide selection of beautiful flowers (perennials and annuals) for sale. ...
For thousands of years Texas plants have been used for sustenance, medicine, and the establishment of the area. As the region and its populations changed, so did the ethnobotany (relationship between people and plants). This seasonally changing tour will explore the Texas Native Trails, exploring the diverse relationships people have had, and still have, with plants in Texas. Instructor: Maeve ...
Live Q&A session to answer any questions citizen scientists may have related to the project. Mar 25, 2021, 02:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada) https://agrilife.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMqc-2rqzkvGdfxKLO8vgAuj9ulTtgO3FiL
Design and implement landscapes that work. Learn valuable techniques to develop landscapes that are made to last and function sustainably with local ecosystems in this free virtual workshop. A properly designed sustainable landscape should be beautiful and eco-friendly while saving resources and requiring minimal maintenance. Keep water on your property, reduce localized flooding, manage storm water flows, design for conservation ...
Monarch Fest - Celebrating Monarchs, Milkweed, and Migration We are hosting a two-day festival celebrating all things monarchs, milkweed, and migration! Receive free native milkweed and native nectar plant seeds, participate in fun games and crafts, and learn how you can help end the extinction of the monarch butterfly. What is Monarch Fest? In 2017 the city of San Antonio ...
Design and implement landscapes that work. Learn valuable techniques to develop landscapes that are made to last and function sustainably with local ecosystems in this free virtual workshop. A properly designed sustainable landscape should be beautiful and eco-friendly while saving resources and requiring minimal maintenance. Keep water on your property, reduce localized flooding, manage storm water flows, design for conservation ...
Learn how the Botanical Garden showcases ways to conserve scarce resources. Its infrastructure, architecture, and plants offer important lessons on building sustainable communities. Join a specially trained docent on a walk to examine these diverse features. Space is limited and face coverings are required. Meet at 10:00 AM behind the Admission kiosk. Fee: $15 ($13.50, Garden members) Registration deadline is ...
Level 1 Class: Introduction To Native Landscapes April 3, 2021 8:00 am – 3:00 pm The class is an online presentation on Zoom. Learn the value of including and preserving native plants in landscapes. Discover the differences between sustainable and conventional development. Understand your Texas vegetation region and soil. Become familiar with 40 native Texas plants recommended for your landscape ...
Explore our 11 – acre Texas Native Trails with a Master Naturalist. Learn how native plants conserve water, adapt to their environment, work in landscapes, and what their growing requirements are. Topics include cultural uses of native plants as well as which are favored by birds, butterflies, and other wildlife. There are more than 250 plant species in the Botanical ...
Explore the San Antonio Botanical Garden’s three Texas Native Trails with Dr. Mark “Merriwether” Vorderbruggen of Foraging Texas and learn about the edible, medicinal, and practical uses of Texas Native plants. This workshop incorporates all senses to learn how to properly identify and use useful plants on your own. Merriwether will provide examples of ways he incorporates plants into his family’s ...
Are you looking to cook high quality compost? If so, this workshop is for you. We will take a deep dive into a super effective, time tested method for producing high quality hot compost. We'll get into the process, science, feedstocks, inoculants, "pro tips", and much more in this free workshop. Registration
Come see what’s in bloom! Explore the Botanical Garden’s WaterSaver Gardens with a Master Naturalist. Learn the characteristics of different drought tolerant landscapes, including Cottage, Hill Country, Manicure Xeriscape, and Spanish style. Space is limited and face coverings are required. Meet at 10:00 AM behind the Admission kiosk. Fee: $15 ($13.50, Garden members) Registration deadline is Wednesday, April 14, at ...
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