Come discover which plants were important to the early Native Americans, what some of their ethnobotanical uses were, and how some of these same plants are used in our culture today.  This class will include a tour of the Hill Country Trail and a tasting of some traditional and non-traditional foods made from these native plants. Instructor:  Gary Poole, Texas ...

Fee: $35.  NEISD class meets in Rm. 100C. Register here. 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, ...

Fee: $35.  A $30 supply fee, payable to the instructor at the beginning of class, covers all materials for one fairy garden.  NEISD class meets in Rm. 8148 at Churchill High School. Register here. Fairy gardening has been gaining in popularity over the last couple of years.  These whimsical container gardens offer a mini, planted playspace with endless opportunity for ...

The Show features thousands of square feet of exhibits.  You’ll find the latest products and services for your home and landscape: builders, remodelers, contractors, building materials, decks, pools, spas, entertainment systems, storage solutions, all kinds of plants, landscape displays, kitchenware, home accessories, and so much more. Tickets ($10-$8)  Save $2.00 by buying online! For more information, visit https://sanantoniofallhomeshow.com/

Hear a brief introduction on area grasses and their importance followed by a walk, mainly around the savanna and adjacent areas, focusing on grass identification. Speaker:  Floyd Waller, plant taxonomist Program is free but registration is required.

Over 100 species of Texas native perennial and annual plants, grasses, shrubs and trees to choose from, many not readily available in nurseries.  Flowering plants are displayed by bloom color, shade/light preference, etc. Plants for sun, shade and in between! One-gallon pots: $5–$8. Four-inch pots: $2–$3. Trees and shrubs in larger pots will be available. For more information and a ...

Scarecrow Trail Exhibit at the San Antonio Botanical Garden September 28 to November 10, 2019 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Regular admission rates apply. Dispersed throughout the Botanical Garden, visitors will be treated to scarecrows created by community organizations and partners.  This artistic exhibit highlights creative and fun interpretations of scarecrows and the harvest season. Be sure to check out ...

Come learn about the appearance, characteristics, growing, and propagation techniques of milkweeds native to Central Texas.  This workshop includes a lecture portion as well as hands-on preparation of seeds.  Participants will plant and take home milkweed seeds prepared for germination and propagation in their gardens. Instructor:   Cleve Powell, native plant propagator Fee:  $20 ($18 member) Registration For more information, ...

Scarecrow Trail Exhibit at the San Antonio Botanical Garden September 28 to November 10, 2019 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Be sure to check out the Bexar County Master Gardeners "It's Planting Thyme" scarecrow! Dispersed throughout the Botanical Garden, visitors will be treated to scarecrows created by community organizations and partners.  This artistic exhibit highlights creative and fun interpretations of ...

Fee:  $35 for each class or $100 for all three, which includes fresh flowers, greenery, and containers to take home a finished project from each class.  Enrollment is limited so sign up now! Tuesday, October 1 12:00 Noon - 2:00 PM Deborah Gonzales, Oakleaf Florists Fall for Floral Designs Tuesday, October 15 12:00 Noon - 2:00 PM Adrianna Pedraza, Floral ...

Free.  The Native Plant Society of Texas-Boerne Chapter meeting begins at 6:30 PM with a native plant/seed exchange & social time, followed by the program at 7:00 PM.  For more information, go to https://npsot.org/wp/boerne/ Topic:  Big-Tooth Maples in Central Texas Speaker:  Dr. O. W. "Bill" Van Auken, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus, Dept. of Biology, UTSA  

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 Garden Center invites you for a plant exchange and social at 9:30 AM and the speaker at 10:00 AM; meetings are free and open to the public.  For more information go to http://sanantoniogardencenter.org or call 210-824-9981. Learn how to combine the colors and textures of fall in modern floral design trends. Speaker:  Adrianna Pedraza, Owner, Floral Elegance