Foodways Texas at The University of Texas, Austin, and the Department of Horticulture at Texas A&M University, College Station, will bring together experts from around the state for a two-day deep dive into Texas wines, wineries, and vineyards. Attendees will receive direction from professors of Horticulture at Texas A&M, as well as Texas viticulturalists, enologists, along with industry experts and ...
Free to Bexar County residents 18 years and older. Lunch is provided. Note the SAWS Rain to Drain Experience schedule for 2018 at the bottom of this page. To register, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-rain-to-drain-experience-registration-26811591191?ref=ebtn For more information, visit http://www.saws.org/Education/Raintodrain.cfm Topic: San Antonio Water System ensures you always have a safe, reliable and quality supply of water at every turn of the ...
Early fall is a great time to plant here in south central Texas. Cooler weather and timely rain will harden the root system for the dormant period to come, and not to mention, it is also more bearable for people as well! Join us at Mitchell Lake Audubon for basics of planting and wildscaping for your yard. This is a ...
Non-native, invasive plants are destroying biodiversity and wreaking havoc. Join Cheryl Hamilton and learn to identify the most challenging invasive plants, discuss why these plants are destructive, and explore native plant alternatives. Includes hands-on activities and a native/invasives plant walk. Participants will receive a non-invasive plant. Fee: $25 (SABOT Members $22.50) Registration is required. WaterSaver Rewards = 2 points
This is our 7th annual Fall Festival and we invite you to come celebrate fall with us. We have activities for the kids including backyard chickens, exotic birds, a petting zoo, and pumpkins to decorate with funny faces. We get a little bigger each year because this is truly fun for the whole family! FREE! For more information, visit https://www.rainbowgardens.biz/event/fall-festival/ or call 210-680-5734.
Fall Is for Planting: Winter Color and Trees With David Rodriguez, Horticulturist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Free Seminar hosted by Milberger's Landscaping & Nursery 3920 North Loop 1604, San Antonio, TX 78247 Saturday, October 13. 2018 10:30 AM - 12:00 Noon Fall is an ideal time to plant in South Central Texas because our cooler night temperatures and better ...
October 14 - 20, 2018 To recognize the role of native plants in conservation and to provide incentive for schools to teach children about the importance of native plants, the State of Texas established the third week in October as Texas Native Plant Week. Many organizations and communities celebrate Texas Native Plant Week with festive events, native plant sales, educational ...
The Texas Fruit Conference returns in 2018, October 15th and 16th for its 7th educational program for Texas fruit growers! While oriented toward small acreage and commercial production of perennial orchard crops, the Texas Fruit Conference is open to anyone who wants to know more about fruit growing in Texas. Each year, we attempt to balance our educational program to appeal to a range of ...
Free; presented by the Guadalupe County Master Gardeners. Attendees are welcome to bring lunch and free handouts will be available. For further information, visit www.guadalupecountymastergardeners.org, call the Guadalupe County Service Office at 830-303-3889. Presenter: Kay McElveen, Guadalupe County Master Gardener
GVST Gardening Essentials classes are free and open to the public, although a $5 donation is appreciated. No pre-registration is required. Garden tools need sharpening for winter chores? Tool sharpening is also available ($3 donation appreciated). For more information, visit [email protected] or call 210-251-8101. Session 1: History, Research & Development of Texas Superstar Plants Speakers: Dr. Jerry Parsons Session 2: Tree Selection, ...
Free. The Lindheimer Chapter of NPSOT (Comal County) meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm. Meetings are open to the public and new members are welcome. For more information, visit http://npsot.org/wp/lindheimer/ Topic: Gardening for Wildlife through the Seasons Speaker: Meredith O’Reilly
Growing Christmas Oranges and Other Citrus With David Rodriguez, Horticulturist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Presented by Northeast ISD Community Education Tuesday, October 16, 2018 Northeast Community Learning Center, 8750 Tesoro Dr., San Antonio, TX 78217 6:30 - 8:30 PM Don't you love a hot cinnamon tea with a touch of orange on a cold winter night? This winter, you can grow ...
A Multi-County Wildlife Management Workshop will include wildlife rules/regulations, TWA membership, range herbicide labels and use, wildlife habitat and doe population, nature tourism, feral hog management, tabletop discussions, and exhibit booths. Early bird (by Oct. 11) registration is $15/per person; $25/person after October 11. This workshop will provide 3 CEUs (1 General, 1 IPM, 1 L&R) for commercial/non-commercial and private ...
Application deadline -- October 8, 2018. BCMG CEU Code 001. If you are interested in attending, please email David Rodriguez, Extension Agent-Horticulture, Bexar County at [email protected]. The Master Gardener Geenhouse Management Specialist Training is open only to certified Master Gardeners. Click here for Program Details and Application. Click here for Greenhouse Management Agenda.
October 18-21, 2018 NOTE TIMES: Thursday, 1pm-7:30pm; Friday, 7:15am-8pm; Saturday, 7:15am-9pm; Sunday, 10am to 4pm Join the Native Plant Society of Texas at our annual symposium which will focus on the San Antonio River. Some highlights include: Friday and Saturday morning Plenary Sessions: Discover the history of the River, the Headwaters, the Mission Reach, learn about restoration projects in riparian ...
Explore our WaterSaver Gardens with a Master Naturalist. Learn the characteristics of different drought tolerant landscapes. Thanks to a generous donation from our friends at San Antonio Water System, walk is free to Botanical Garden members or with paid admission, but registration is required. Tour meets at 10 a.m. in the Breezeway of the Halsell welcome building. • August 16 ...
Plant Sale at the Greenhouse every Thursday from 10AM to 3PM! Vegetables, herbs, annuals, houseplants, woody ornamentals, and more! The Greenhouse is accessed by the service road next to the Natatorium on campus. Please call ahead during summer months to confirm availability: PAC Horticulture Club, 210-486-3080.
Japanese Gardening... Texas Style! Hosted by Bexar County Master Gardeners Thursday, October 18, 2018 1:00-3:00pm at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office 3355 Cherry Ridge, Suite 208 San Antonio, TX 78230 Free and Open to the Public Topic: Japanese Gardening... Texas Style! Learn the basics of creating the tranquility, serenity, and harmony of a Japanese garden in your yard. Discover ...
Monthly meeting of the BCMG Board of Directors. NOTE: The BOD meeting will begin promptly at the conclusion of the BCMG monthly meeting. As the finish time of speakers at these meetings can vary, all board members should attend the afternoon BCMG meeting. All members are welcome to observe the meetings; however, in order to accommodate seating, please email the ...
Everyone is welcome, and it’s Free! The Guadalupe County Master Gardeners Meeting will begin at 6:15 PM followed by the speaker at 7:00. For more information, visit www.guadalupecountymastergardeners.org or call 830-303-3889. Topic: Fall Gardening/Fruit and Preparation for Winter Speaker: Mark Fanick
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