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

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

A computer and internet connection are required to take this workshop. Texas has 370 miles of coastline, covering 14 counties.  Numerous vegetation types such as barrier islands with dunes, mud and salt flats, coastal marshes and prairies, and river deltas can all be found within our borders.  Join Michael Eason as he covers some of the intriguing common and rare ...

Topic:  Water Sponge-Carbon Sink City The soil may be one of the most important strategies for mitigating climate change and creating resilient urban areas.  Learn how and why this can be accomplished and what programs are being initiated in San Antonio.  We will also discuss strategies for community and neighborhood partners to improve landscape and maintenance practices for public green ...

A computer and internet connection are required to take this workshop. Urban beekeeping is a growing pastime all over the country.  Robert Holliday, a long-time beekeeper, along with other San Antonio area beekeepers will discuss the joys, challenges, and environmental and community benefits resulting from these incredible insects.  This workshop will share practical advice, how to find local sources, and ...

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

Don Kirchoff, of Kirchoff Family Farm LLC, will describe how he is restoring a black land farm to a tall grass black land prairie with his siblings, many volunteers, advice from experts, and financial assistance from conservation advocates. This is a Zoom meeting. Registration - limited to 100 participants After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about ...