SAVE THE DATE! International Master Gardeners Conference 2021 – Sept. 12-17 (Registration Opens Today!)

Leading researchers.  Industry experts.  Master Gardeners from around the world.  Six days of virtual networking, workshops, and education brought to you by the Virginia Extension Master Gardener program. Join us virtually September 12-17, 2021. REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 5, 2021 - Check this page for information now! A full schedule and pricing information will be made available in March 2021. Announcements regarding registration ...

Garden Webinar Series – Live Gardening Q&A Chat

Tuesday, April 6 -  12:00 Noon to 1:00 PM Garden Webinar Series - Live Gardening Q&A Chat with David Rodriguez, Horticulturist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Bexar County This is a great opportunity to Listen Live and "chat in" your gardening or landscape questions and to learn about other people’s issues and concerns at the same time! Classroom size is ...

Peppers: Some Are Hot—Some Not So Hot – San Antonio Garden Center Mtg.

Note:  Meetings and programs through May, 2021, are planned, but there may be changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Also, our monthly coffee social before our meetings may be changed due to COVID-19 safety protocols established by the city. Peppers: Some Are Hot—Some Not So Hot with Bill Swantner, Bexar County Master Gardeners San Antonio Garden Center 3310 N. New ...

Merriwether Foraging Workshop at SABOT

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

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 ...

ENCORE! CULTIVATE! – Texas Native Ornamental Shrubs

DID YOU MISS IT? Here's your chance to catch five informative sessions from our spring Cultivate!  Today's Session:  Texas Native Ornamental Shrubs REGISTRATION 1 BCMG CEU per Session - Code 001 NOTE:  CEU may not be counted if you attended this session on March 5, 2021. For CULTIVATE! Encore questions, visit [email protected] All sessions are SAWS WaterSaver Rewards eligible for ...

Hot Compost: How to Cook High Quality Compost Virtual Workshop by Eco Centro

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

Beekeeping 101 Online Series (Register Now!)

Beekeeping 101 Online Series April 14, 15, 21 & 22, 2021 6:00 - 7:30 PM Interested in becoming a beekeeper?  This Beekeeping 101, 4-part, live online series will help you learn the basics to get started.  We'll answer: what do I buy, where do I get bees, where do I put bees, what do I do with them?  All the ...

Guided WaterSaver Walking Workshop at SABOT

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

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 ...

BCMG April Monthly Meeting – Physical and Chemical Properties of Soils

April BCMG Seminar and Meeting Thursday, April 15, 2021 1:00 – 3:00 PM Hosted by Bexar County Master Gardeners Topic:  Physical and Chemical Properties of Soils The soil is one of our nation's greatest resources, which not many people understand.  Travis will be discussing physical and chemical properties and why they are important to all of us who use the ...

San Antonio Home & Garden Show

Alamodome 100 Montana Street, San Antonio, TX, United States

APRIL 16-18, 2021 THE ALAMODOME 100 MONTANA ST. SAN ANTONIO, TX 78203 Friday, April 16, 2021 12:00 - 8:00 PM Saturday, April 17, 2021   10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Sunday, April 18, 2021 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Adults  $10 Adults (Online)  $8 Children Ages 16 & Under  FREE More Information and Tickets Hero Day - Friday April 16, 2021 All active Military ...

Guided Texas Bird Walking Workshop at SABOT

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

Learn about resident and migrant birds at the Botanical Garden, their characteristics, requirements for food, nesting, and protection, and the native plants you can use to attract them to your yard. Meet at 9:15 am behind the Admissions kiosk.  Space is limited and face coverings are required. Fee:$15 ($13.50, Garden members).  Registration deadline is Friday, April 16 at 9:15 A.M. ...

ENCORE! CULTIVATE! – Texas Superstar® Annuals

DID YOU MISS IT? Here's your chance to catch five informative sessions from our spring Cultivate!  Today's Session:  Texas Superstar® Annuals REGISTRATION 1 BCMG CEU per Session - Code 001 NOTE:  CEU may not be counted if you attended this session on March 6, 2021. For CULTIVATE! Encore questions, visit [email protected] All sessions are SAWS WaterSaver Rewards eligible for first ...

Getting to Know Rainbow Gardens, Bandera Rd. – GVST Virtual Essentials of Gardening Class

Come join Gardening Volunteers of South Texas (GVST) as we explore Rainbow Gardens Nursery on Bandera Road. Laura Jarvis (Event Coordinator, Rainbow Gardens) and Karen Stamm (GVST) will discuss in three short videos: “How to Prepare for a Trip to the Nursery” “Your Plants Froze-Now What?” “Native Plants for Your Butterfly Garden” This program is eligible for 1 SAWS Reward ...

Garden Webinar Series – Things to Do in The Landscape and Garden at This Time

Tuesday, March 16 - 12:00 Noon to 1:00 PM Garden Webinar Series - Things to Do in The Landscape and Garden at This Time with David Rodriguez, Horticulturist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Bexar County Join David at this free seminar and learn what needs to be done now to get your garden and landscape ready for spring.  Classroom size ...

iNaturalist Training for the City Nature Challenge – Online Event

Participate in Community Science using iNaturalist! Join us to learn about iNaturalist, a comprehensive community science website and app for exploring nature around you while recording your observations of wildlife and plants.  Alamo Area Texas Master Naturalist and Native Plant Society of Texas board member Peter Hernandez leads this training to help you get started using iNaturalist both in the ...

Guided Ethnobotany of Native Plants Walking Workshop at SABOT

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

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 ...

Guided Central and South Texas Landscaping Plants Walk at SABOT

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

Join Master Naturalist/Gardener Jessica Leslie and be inspired by all the beautiful and interesting native plants you can use in your home landscaping.  Learn how native plants conserve water, adapt to their environment, work in landscapes, and how to best grow them yourself. Meet at 10:00 AM behind the Admissions kiosk.  Space is limited and face coverings are required. Fee: ...

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.