Gardening is one of the most exciting and rewarding lifestyle changes one can implement.  But where do you start?  There is so much to know and learn. In this free virtual workshop we will will start with the basics.  Learn about the most common types of gardens, soil types, amendments, and we will answer as many questions as possible. Registration

City Nature Challenge April 30 - May 3, 2021 The City Nature Challenge is an annual four-day global bioblitz at the end of April, where cities are in a collaboration-meets-friendly-competition to see not only what can be accomplished when we all work toward a common goal, but also which city can gather the most observations of nature, find the most ...

Water Garden Gems offers seminars on the first Saturday of the month at 9:30 AM in our upstairs conference room. 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! Fee:  $20 Call 210-659-5841 to reserve your spot and be sure to ...

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 ...

In this workshop, the San Antonio Bonsai Society will introduce the art of bonsai, its history, methodology, and challenges.  Attendees will have the chance to win a Yaupon bonsai designed by Ryan Odengaard. Instructor:  Ryan Odegaard, Bonsai Educator and Tiny Tree Trimmer Fee:  $10 ($9 member).  Registration deadline is Saturday, May 1 at 10:00 A.M.  Space is limited and masks ...

Join Master Naturalist/Gardener Jessica Leslie in a walk through the Botanical Garden in search of butterflies.  This workshop will cover the butterfly species you can find in San Antonio, when to look for them, and what native plants you can grow to attract and support their populations. Take photos and upload them to iNaturalist to participate in the 2021 City ...

A properly designed sustainable landscape should be beautiful and eco-friendly while saving resources and requiring minimal maintenance.  In this FREE virtual workshop, learn valuable techniques to develop landscapes that are made to last and function sustainably with local ecosystems. Registration    

This meeting will be held via Zoom. Topic:  Perennial Gardening: Plants and Design for Drought Tolerant Borders Speaker:  Mary Irish Mary is a garden writer, horticultural consultant, lecturer and educator.  She has authored multiple books on gardening in dry or arid regions. Registration After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. For more information, visit ...

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 deadline is ...

Frida Kahlo Oasis Exhibition at the San Antonio Botanical Garden May 8 – Nov. 2, 2021 9 AM - 7 PM | Monday - Friday 9 AM - 5 PM | Saturday - Sunday Making its world debut, Frida Kahlo Oasis brings to life the artist’s deep connection with Mexican native vegetation and the natural world.  In this mesmerizing exhibition, ...