MG Advanced Training: First Detector #2

BCMG CEU Code 001.  If you are interested in attending, please email David Rodriguez, Extension Agent-Horticulture, Bexar County at [email protected]. Master Gardener First Detector #2 Advanced Training is open only to certified Master Gardeners. The First Detector Training program is a national program established by the National Plant Diagnostic Network to promote the early detection of invasive and exotic pathogens and ...

$135

Lunch & Learn: Container Gardening — Guadalupe County MG

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 1142 FM1103, Cibolo, TX, United States

Free; presented by the Guadalupe County Master Gardeners. Attendees are welcome to bring lunch. For further information, visit www.guadalupecountymastergardeners.org or call the Guadalupe County Service Office at 830-303-3889. Topic:  Container Gardening Speaker:  Marvin Borth

Invasive Plants: Stop the Spread, Spread the Word, Just Do It! — NPSOT Lindheimer Chapter Mtg.

GVTC Auditorium 36101 FM 3159, New Braunfels, TX, United States

Free.  The Lindheimer Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas (Comal County) meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM.  Meetings are open to the public and new members are welcome.  For more information,  visit http://npsot.org/wp/lindheimer/ Topic:  Invasive Plants: Stop the Spread, Spread the Word, Just Do It! Speaker:  Chery Hamilton

Earth-Kind® Home Gardening Series: Texas Superstar® Plants

Bexar County Master Gardeners 3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United States

Earth-Kind® Home Gardening Series Sessions presented by: David Rodriguez, County Extension Agent - Horticulture Bexar County Master Gardener Specialists Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:30 PM 3355 Cherry Ridge, Suite 208, San Antonio, TX 78230 Wednesday, May 22, 2019 Topic: Texas Superstar® Plants Speaker: Lynn Cox, Bexar County Master Gardener Specialist Come learn how to maximize your garden and landscape while preserving ...

$15 – $75

MG Advanced Training: Turfgrass

Montgomery County Extension Office 9020 Airport Rd., Conroe, TX, United States

BCMG CEU Code 001.  If you are interested in attending, please email David Rodriguez, Extension Agent-Horticulture, Bexar County at [email protected]. Master Gardener Turfgrass Advanced Training is open only to certified Master Gardeners. Fee: $235, due by May 3, 2019. Information, Agenda and Registration Forms Visit https://txmg.org/master-gardener-training/training10/training5/specialist for more information. Save the date for these future MG Advanced Training programs: Tree Care ...

Rain to Drain Experience — SAWS

San Antonio Water System Headquaters 2800 U.S. 281, San Antonio, TX, United States

If you're interested in learning more about the source of your drinking water and where it goes, well, "after the flush," join SAWS Education for The Rain to Drain Experience field trip for adults.  During this day-long expedition, you will explore an Edwards Aquifer recharge cave, experience the inner workings of a SAWS water production facility, and tour a water recycling plant.  The field ...

22nd Annual Festival of Flowers

Austin Highway Event Center 1948 Austin Highway, San Antonio, TX, United States

The Festival of Flowers is an annual event that brings together gardeners from throughout South Texas. Co-Hosted by San Antonio Water System, the show focuses on water-saving gardening, landscaping, and horticulture practices. INDOOR GARDEN MALL Shop from a huge variety of exhibiting vendors selling landscape and gardening supplies, garden and garden-themed décor, artisan food products and Plants! Plants! Plants! GARDENING SEMINARS  (1 ...

Gardening For Butterflies, Bees and Hummingbirds

Rainbow Gardens - Thousand Oaks 2585 Thousand Oaks, San Antonio, TX, United States

Do you have a pollinator garden?  It's fun and easy to draw many beautiful creatures into your yard!  Come find out how at this FREE seminar. Speaker:  Laura Jarvis, CLT Laura has been butterfly gardening for over 12 years and has raised countless butterflies through the life cycle.  She has recently added more “Bee Happy” plants and a “Bee Bath” ...

Bonsai Workshop

Come join us for this hands-on workshop where you will learn about bonsai and make one to take with you.  We will supply the expert instruction, the plant, pruner, pot, and the soil. Speaker:  Ryan Odegaard, Publicity Manager and former President of the San Antonio Bonsai Society and the Treasurer for the Texas State Bonsai Exhibit.  He is a great ...

Deer Resistant Gardening

The Garden Center 10682 Bandera Rd., San Antonio, TX, United States

*NEW* Weekend Workshops at The Garden Center, 10682 Bandera Rd., San Antonio, TX 78250 FREE! Topics will cover everything from beginner basics to xeriscaping. Saturday, May 25, 2019 10:00 - 11:00 AM Deer Resistant Gardening

Plants of the Edwards Plateau: Ethnobotany and Wildscape Uses

San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Pl, San Antonio, TX, United States

Participants will learn about the common plants of the Edwards Plateau and Hill Country and their relationship to human culture and wildlife, will tour the Texas Native Trails areas of the SABG to view these plants in their natural setting, and will receive a free Texas native plant. Instructor:  Michael Eason, author, conservation botanist, and head of SABG Rare Plant ...

Brews and Blooms — San Antonio Botanical Garden

Early Bird Tickets* Are On Sale Now! The San Antonio Botanical Garden is excited about its 14th semiannual Brews and Blooms event on May 25th, 2019, 6:00pm – 7:00pm (Premium Admission) and 7:00pm – 10:00pm (General Admission).  Order Tickets Here. Brews and Blooms is a fun and casual evening for adults 21 and older.  Craft brew sampling, food trucks, live music and adult activities, all ...

Learning to Love Ball Moss — NPSOT San Antonio Chapter Mtg.

Lion's Field Adult & Senior Citizen Center 2809 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, United States

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:  Learning to Love Ball ...

Beginning August 21st! – Bexar County Master Gardener Intern Training Class 63

Have you thought about becoming a Master Gardener?  If so, you're in luck!   Bexar County  Master Gardener Intern Training Class 63 begins Wednesday, August 21, 2019 Classes will meet every Wednesday, Noon – 4:00 PM, for 13 weeks Cost: $260 payable in full on the 1st day of class Application available NOW! Application deadline: June 17, 2019 Application may be ...

Pond Education Seminar: Living Swimming Pools

Water Garden Gens 3230 Bolton Rd, Marion, TX, United States

A full pool, but chemical-free!  Living Swimming Pools utilize Bog Filters and Ultraviolet Sterilizers to purify water very effectively, creating a natural (and gorgeous) alternative to traditional pools.  There is a right and a wrong way to construct these–don’t take a chance.  Let us teach you how! $25 class fee For more information call, 210-659-5841, or visit http://watergardengems.com/NewSite/let-us-help-you/pond-building-101/.

Deer “Proof” Gardens

Rainbow Gardens - Thousand Oaks 2585 Thousand Oaks, San Antonio, TX, United States

This free seminar is a must for those who have deer near their home. A hungry deer will eat anything, but there are many steps homeowners can take to create beautiful gardens and protect them from deer damage.  Come get ideas and tips on how to protect your landscaping and gardens. Speaker: Shennandoah Connor, owner of Green Goddess Designs For ...

Herb Gardening

The Garden Center 10682 Bandera Rd., San Antonio, TX, United States

*NEW* Weekend Workshops at The Garden Center, 10682 Bandera Rd., San Antonio, TX 78250 FREE! Topics will cover everything from beginner basics to xeriscaping. Saturday, June 1, 2019 10:00 - 11:00 AM Herb Gardening

Native Plant Walking Workshop – First Saturdays of the Month

San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Pl, San Antonio, TX, United States

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 and wildscape uses ...

Terrarium Workshop

Learn more about terrariums and all the choices available:  moss, tropical, and succulent scapes.  Pick a theme and a container and make one to take home! Instructor:  Laura Jarvis, CLT Fee: $20.  Registration

Color codes for the calendar are as follows:

  • Orange: These are events for BCMG members only.
  • Blue: These are public events for which BCMG members can also receive CEU credit.
  • Green: These are events that are open to the general public.