It isn't "rocket science" as they say and it's not all that expensive.  All you need is a pair of scissors, some tubing and a few small parts and you're all set.  You can build enough in one morning to do all your beds.  The neat thing about drip irrigation is that it ALWAYS puts the water where it's needed, ...

The Center for Plant Conservation (CPC) has the daunting task of identifying, conserving, and propagating endangered plants.  Join Michael Eason as he discusses the work of the CPC, its partnership with San Antonio Botanical Garden, and the specific plants for which SABOT has responsibility.  Participants will tour the gardens and the CPC greenhouse and receive a plant for their gardens. ...

If you recently moved to our area, you're very quickly going to find that all those plants you brought from "back home" aren't going to grow here.  Gardening in this area is gardening in the desert.  In this class, we cover soils, plants, fertilizers, plant problems, composting, pruning, turf grass, and xeriscape.  It's a lot of material to cover in ...

Meetings are normally the 1st Wednesday of each month, September through May. Coffee, social and pass-along Plant Exchange at 9:30 AM Brief meeting followed by the Program at 10:00 AM For more information go to http://sanantoniogardencenter.org/monthly-meetings-2/ or call 210-824-9981. December 5th -- Holiday Social and Shopping Bazaar

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 ...

Pruning is one of those gardening tasks that most people just can't or won't do.  The truth of the matter is, however, that plants actually need some pruning to help them bloom, set fruit, and/or generally prosper...believe it or not.  And, they will respond according to how they are pruned.  You will also learn what not to do. Instructor:  Thomas Harris, Ph.D., ...

Explore our WaterSaver Gardens with a Master Naturalist.  Learn the characteristics of different drought tolerant landscapes, including Cottage, Hill Country, Manicure Xeriscape, and Spanish style.  Come see what’s in bloom! Meet at 10 a.m. in the Greenwood Breezeway of the Halsell Welcome Building.  The walk is free to members or with paid admission, but registration is required.

Explore our 11-acre Texas Native Trail with Master Naturalists.  Learn about how native plants conserve water, adapt to their environment, work in landscapes, and what their growing requirements are.  On this walk you’ll learn about the medicinal uses of native plants as well as their historical and cultural uses, and which are favored by birds, butterflies and other wildlife.  There ...

Join us each month every third Saturday for a new adventure! For information email [email protected] or call (210) 688-9055; ext. 2009. Subject to cancellation; Natural Area entrance fees apply. Explore the Canyon – Knowledgeable guides discuss the flora, fauna, natural and cultural history of this awesome natural area on this exploration. Length of walk and interpretive topic will vary, depending on the group. ...

Join experienced birders in the lovely surroundings of the San Antonio Botanical Garden while checking how many of our known species you can find.  Learn more about why these species prefer to live here.  What are their needs for food, water, nesting material, and protection?  How do they interact? Meet outside near the Admissions Kiosk beside the gift shop.  Tour ...

Gardening Volunteers of South Texas (GVST) classes are Free and Open to the Public.  The first session usually starts around 12:15 PM, the second session around 1:30 PM.  No advance reservations are necessary. $5 donation appreciated to help cover expenses.  For more information, visit [email protected] or 210-251-8101. Session 1:  South Texas Garden Transformation Speaker:  Kitty Hommer Session 2:  Strategic Planting for Energy Efficiency ...

This program is aimed at teaching homeowners the benefits of planting milkweed and other pollinator plants that help monarchs and other pollinators carry on their life cycles.  We will discuss the differences between our native milkweed and how to manage the non-indigenous species, both of which still provide food for our butterflies. Fee: $10, non-members; $5, members. Registration.