They’re big, really big.  David Rogers’ Big Bugs stand as tall as 25 feet and have wingspans up to 17 feet wide, and they are coming to the San Antonio Botanical Garden.  For the past 25 years, David Rogers’ Big Bugs exhibition has introduced the public to the world of insects, the role they play in the plant world, and ...

Get ready for the fall garden.  Discover best soil prep practices.  Learn about growing fall vegetables. Uprooted Gardens builds and maintains raised bed gardens, both commercial and residential, around the San Antonio area.  Raised beds and containers are their specialty. Seminar is free but registration is required. For more information, visit https://www.rainbowgardens.biz/ or call 210-494-6131.  

They’re big, really big.  David Rogers’ Big Bugs stand as tall as 25 feet and have wingspans up to 17 feet wide, and they are coming to the San Antonio Botanical Garden.  For the past 25 years, David Rogers’ Big Bugs exhibition has introduced the public to the world of insects, the role they play in the plant world, and ...

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/ This program will highlight the two pollinating species of bats in Texas and their importance to the plants in the habits where they range.  Several other ...

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. Topic:  Cactus & Succulents in the Landscape Speaker:  Marty Ruona, Landscape Designer

The Alamo Orchid Society is holding its Annual Orchid Auction this evening. There will be over 100 plants, many blooming, for immediate purchase. Everyone is welcome; bring your own box or crate.  Open at 6:30 PM, with auction starting at 7:00.  Cash or check only. The Alamo Orchid Society meets on the first Wednesday of each month.  The social starts ...

This workshop will identify some common plants found in South Texas and will reveal the ethnobotanical uses—culinary, medical, utilitarian, and ceremonial—to which these plants were put.  Participants will tour the South Texas Native Trail to see these plants in a naturalistic setting. Instructor:  Gary Poole, Texas Master Naturalist and member of the Native Plant Society of Texas Fee: $10 ($9 ...

This four-session course was designed to prepare professional arborists for the ISA Certified exam.  This course is also ideal for the citizen who wants to stay safe while improving the health of trees and learn more about the value of trees.  Nonprofessionals are welcome to attend the entire course or other sessions to gain a better understanding of the benefits ...

Learn how the Garden showcases ways to conserve scarce resources.  Its infrastructure, architecture, and plants offer important lessons on building sustainable communities.  Join our specially trained docents on a walk to examine these diverse features. Participants meet behind the Admissions kiosk and the walk begins at 10am. Instructor:  Donald Strandberg Walk is free with admission but registration is required. For ...

Wine in the Wetlands is the signature annual fundraising event for Mitchell Lake Audubon Center. The center opens new eyes to nature and often provides the first opportunity many children have to experience the joys of the outdoors and to learn about the importance of caring for and protecting our natural heritage. We are excited to share an evening with ...

Fall 2019 Children’s Vegetable Garden Program Saturday mornings, September 7th through December 14th 8:00 AM – 12:00 Noon The Children’s Vegetable Garden Program at the San Antonio Botanical Garden, one of the nation’s oldest youth gardening programs, is an opportunity for children aged 7-16 to grow their own vegetables and ornamental plants with the help of instructors from the Texas ...

The Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP), hosted by the Native Plant Society of Texas (San Antonio Chapter), is a series of day-long classes that teaches best practices for native plant landscaping – including wildlife habitat gardening. Level 1 - Introduction to Native Landscapes: Learn the value of including and preserving native plants in landscapes. Discover the differences between sustainable and ...

If you're interested in learning more about the source of your drinking water and where it goes, well, "after the flush," join SAWS Education for The Rain to Drain Experience field trip for adults.  During this day-long expedition, you will explore an Edwards Aquifer recharge cave, experience the inner workings of a SAWS water production facility, and tour a water recycling plant.  The field ...

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! $20 class fee For more information call, 210-659-5841, or visit http://watergardengems.com/NewSite/let-us-help-you/pond-building-101/.