This class is for the flower arranger who wants to grow their own flowers and for the gardener who knows how to grow but wants ideas to fill their house with their harvest.  Your instructor will teach you the best varieties to grow in San Antonio, techniques on soil improvements, and harvesting tips for keeping your flowers fresh longer. Instructor:  ...

Beekeeping Basics and More! Speaker:  Jim Bills Jim is passionate about bees and beekeeping.  Join him for this interesting free seminar and learn about what it takes to get started in beekeeping. Register here.  For more information, visit https://www.rainbowgardens.biz/events-classes/

The Native Plant Society of Texas (NPSOT) San Antonio Chapter meetings are held every 4th Tuesday of the month except August, November, and December.  They are free and open to the public.  So come join us! Native plant/seed exchange & social time at 6:30 PM, followed by the Program at 7:00.  For more information go to http://npsot.org/wp/sanantonio/ Topic:  The Harry ...

Learn about Texas native plants while working in the Garden.  We will discuss our natives’ growing requirements, characteristics, ethnobotanical and wildscape uses, and learn to identify them in a naturalistic setting.  Our work will be in the Native Trails areas of the Garden removing invasive plants, repairing trails, and planting new natives. Wear comfortable clothing; tools, snacks, and hydration provided. ...

The San Antonio Botanical Garden is extending its hours to 8:30 pm so you can enjoy Summer Nights every Thursday beginning June 27 and ending on Thursday, August 15, except for Thursday, July 4th. Regular admission rates apply. This Summer Nights series invites the San Antonio community and beyond to experience the Botanical Garden’s 38 acres of nature space with ...

Learn about the best plants for container gardening in sun or shade, with demonstrations, in this FREE seminar.  Containers are great for small spaces, in place of in-ground planting due to poor soil, or to brighten a porch or patio! For more information, visit http://www.thegardencenter.com/upcoming-events/

Bring your friends and family to this fun workshop for everyone! Laura Jarvis, CLT, will help you create an interesting succulent garden after you choose your succulents from our large selection.  You will also get to choose your terra cotta container and decorating supplies. Fee: $15.  Registration. For more information, visit https://www.rainbowgardens.biz/events/

Turn your landscape into a magnet for butterflies, moths, hummingbirds, and bees!  The instructor will discuss pollinator-friendly native plants and will lead a tour of the Garden.  Participants will also receive a free pollinator plant. Instructor:   Emma Jones, Pollinator Garden Designer Fee: $10 (Members $9).  Registration For more information, visit https://www.sabot.org/education/adult-classes/gardening-waterwise/ or call 210-536-1400.

Come learn about the origin of plant botanical names, what these names tell us about the plants and their characteristics, why we use these scientific classifications, and how knowing these names can make your gardening so much richer. Instructor:  Mary Irish, award-winning horticultural consultant, author of several books on landscaping in the Southwest US, and manager of plant sales at ...

Guadalupe County Master Gardeners Training Class 33 will be offered on Tuesdays, July 30 - November 19, 2019, from 1:00 to 5:00 P.M. Location:  The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 1142 FM 1103, Cibolo, TX 78108 Fee: $210 (10% discount if paid by July 1st) and includes Texas Master Gardener Handbook.  Class size is limited. Registration deadline is ...

Celebrate Independence Day at the San Antonio Botanical Garden!  Surrounded by the beautiful garden blooms, watch the sky light up with red, white, and blue fireworks provided by the San Antonio Country Club. Listen to live music by Texas Tide Band on Concert Lawn.  Have fun playing giant lawn games in the company of family and friends. Tickets will NOT ...

This seminar covers every aspect of pond construction, from general design and excavation techniques to specific pump and filter advice!  Bring your questions–we’ll be happy to answer them! $20 class fee For more information call, 210-659-5841, or visit http://watergardengems.com/NewSite/let-us-help-you/pond-building-101/.

Walk is free to members or with paid admission ($12-$9), but registration is required. Meet behind the Admissions kiosk. Tour leaves at 10:00 A.M. Explore the Texas Native Trails of the San Antonio Botanical Garden and learn about how native plants conserve water, adapt to their environment, work in landscapes, and what their growing requirements are. Discover what their cultural ...