Free and open to the public.  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/ Topic:  Perspectives on Native Seeds This presentation deals with the legal right of ownership of native plants.  It was sparked from ...

Learn about Texas native plants while working in the Garden. We will discuss our natives’ growing requirements, characteristics, ethnobotanical and wildscape uses and learn to identify them in a naturalistic setting. Our work will be in the Native Trails areas of the Garden removing invasive plants, repairing trails, and planting new natives. Wear comfortable clothing; tools, snacks, and hydration provided. ...

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:  Creating Hummingbird Hotspots Speaker:  Kathleen Scott, Gardening writer and blogger, Texas Master Gardener and member of Texas Native Plant Society, ...

The Alamo Orchid Society meets on the first Wednesday of each month.  The social starts at 6:30 PM with the meeting beginning at 7:00.  For more information, visit https://sanantonioalamoorchidsociety.com/ Topic:  Native Texas Orchids and Conservation Speaker:  Dr. Dotty Woodson, award-winning orchid grower and consultant; D&B Orchids, Ft. Worth, TX Dr. Woodson has written articles about orchid culture for many newspapers ...

Entomologist Molly Keck will highlight lesser known native Texas pollinators, the important role they play in maintaining and pollinating the landscape plants, and the challenges these species face. Class includes an identification walk in the garden. Sponsored by San Antonio Water System. Registration Online.  Fee: $10 with lunch, $5 without lunch ($9/4.50 member) Instructor: Molly Keck, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension ...

The Men’s Garden Club of San Antonio meets on the first Thursday of each month and meetings are free and open to the public.  For more information, contact Ivan Roman. Topic:  Induced Systemic Resistance in Plants  (ISR is a resistance mechanism in plants.) Speaker:  David M. Vaughan, Consulting Arborist, Arbor Vaughan Consult, LLC Mr. Vaughan, with a degree in Agriculture ...

Many of us inherit landscapes that waste natural resources, are difficult and expensive to maintain, and are not hospitable for wildlife. Learn how to convert a traditional landscape into a WaterSaver landscape that works well with the South Texas climate and efficient irrigation designs. Bring photos or a simple sketch of your yard or an area that you want to ...

GCMG Plant Sale Featuring: Spring Vegetables Herbs Annuals Perennials

Specialty Seminars We host and teach Pond Seminars on the first Saturday of every month, covering a range of topics!  These seminars are designed to teach both the basics and specifics of pond-keeping; check out our “Seminars” page to see the full schedule! Living Swimming Pools utilize Bog Filters and Ultraviolet Sterilizers to purify water very effectively, creating a natural ...

This FREE event is the longest running annual environmental event in Bexar County – the Earthwise Living Committee strives to bring awareness to all aspects of eco-friendly living, and thus the protection of our natural resources! This year’s theme is “Green Living Always,” featuring exhibits and vendors for everyday healthy and eco-friendly living.  There will be children’s activities and musical ...

Diane Baines will be here to inform us of the increasing dangers of GMO’s in our food. She always presents eye-opening information that can change your life. Free Shades of Green  public seminar.  Call Shades of Green Nursery, 210-824-3772, or visit online schedule. Parking can be challenging during seminars so please follow signs and staff instructions for optional parking areas. ...

While most orchids grow in tropical climates, many gorgeous specimens can be successfully grown in San Antonio. Luis Valdez, former president of the Alamo Orchid Society, will discuss the natural history of the orchid plant, the environments in which they grow, and provide detailed instruction on how to successfully propagate orchids at home. Specimens will be available to examine and ...

Spring Vegetable Seminar and Sale With David Rodriguez Horticulturist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Free Seminar hosted by Fanick's Garden Center 1025 Holmgreen Road, San Antonio, TX  78220 Saturday, March 7, 2020 10:00 - 11:30 AM David loves to share his knowledge and passion of vegetables for the home gardener.  He will show you how to properly select, plant, grow, ...