Some Texas native plants — including St. Augustine grass — are poorly adapted to life in our corner of the state. The ongoing drought is...
More than just conserving space, container gardening also offers portability and creative freedom. Not everyone has the yard for a grand garden. But you can...
Always dispose of herbicides and pesticides properly! This week’s citywide household hazardous waste drop-off is a great opportunity to spring-clean hazardous chemicals from the garage....
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Widespread, much-needed rain over the past week. No need for supplemental irrigation.
March 31, 2025
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Join Eco Centro for the newest addition to our propagation series, presented by Rose Flores, Eco Centro Director. This workshop will dive into the anatomy and physiology of native herbaceous […]
Explore native plants on the Texas Native Trails and throughout the Garden. Learn how native plants conserve water and adapt to their local environment. And learn how to grow these […]
Discover the the wondrous lives of honeybees and their positive contribution to the environment! Join us for an exciting evening delving into the fascinating world of honeybees! Learn about their […]
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) should never be placed inside any cart for curbside collection and should always brought to HHW Drop-Off Centers. (See San Antonio's Solid Waste Management calendar for […]
Explore many sustainable gardening practices in the San Antonio Botanical Garden on this seasonally changing walking tour. Learn about native plants, rain gardens, and sustainable architecture. Explore more ways to […]
Be inspired at the Botanical Garden and learn about the best seasonal plants and design tips for creating a beautiful, drought-tolerant landscape. Instructor: Anthony Sierra, Conservation Educator. Fee: Free with […]
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) should never be placed inside any cart for curbside collection and should always brought to HHW Drop-Off Centers. (See San Antonio's Solid Waste Management calendar for […]
Join Green Spaces Alliance staff and Master Naturalists for a walk on the 1-mile out-and-back trail to see the bird blind, stock pond, pollinator meadow, and wildlife. As you hike, […]
Zachary Ritchie, Conservation Manager, will discuss the unique ecological relationships found across the native plants of Bexar County. From the various ecoregions to animal life, learn how native Texas plant […]
Explore native plants on the Texas Native Trails and throughout the Garden. Learn how native plants conserve water and adapt to their local environment. And learn how to grow these […]
Gardening in Texas can be tough! Texas gardeners need plants that tolerate extremes. Searing summer heat, drought, and winters that can feel like a deep freeze. Thanks to research lead […]
Join us and other members of the community to help us clean up our habitat! Mitchell Lake Audubon Center depends on our amazing volunteers to help manage habitat. This can […]
Taking a little time to research which plants to put into your latest landscape project will save you time, money, and disappointment. But where can you go to find the […]
Learn the value of pollinator gardens that can benefit both pollinators and your community. Explore how you can create a native, drought-tolerant wildlife habitat that is safe and educational for […]
Explore native plants on the Texas Native Trails and throughout the Garden. Learn how native plants conserve water and adapt to their local environment. And learn how to grow these […]
In this program Master Gardener, John Vann will use a powerpoint presentation to explain our region’s unique climate and weather patterns as they relate to gardening and how homeowners can […]
A beginners guide to do-it-yourself rainwater harvesting from putting up a gutter system, to collection techniques, to water distribution, and available rebates. Harvesting your own collected rainwater conserves drinking water, […]
Igo Library hosts a celebration of nature education, from gardening and conservation to field science and learning, with organizations from all around Texas to table and present crafts and activities […]
Dr. Megan Clayton, Professor & Extension Range Specialist with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, will present two workshops: 1. Native Plant Restoration 2. Soil Limitations due to Site Conditions, adapted for […]
Explore native plants on the Texas Native Trails and throughout the Garden. Learn how native plants conserve water and adapt to their local environment. And learn how to grow these […]
Explore native plants on the Texas Native Trails and throughout the Garden. Learn how native plants conserve water and adapt to their local environment. And learn how to grow these […]
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) should never be placed inside any cart for curbside collection and should always brought to HHW Drop-Off Centers. (See San Antonio's Solid Waste Management calendar for […]
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) should never be placed inside any cart for curbside collection and should always brought to HHW Drop-Off Centers. (See San Antonio's Solid Waste Management calendar for […]
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Brad Wier
Some Texas native plants — including St. Augustine grass — are poorly adapted to life in our corner of the state. The ongoing drought is no joke for St. Augustine […]
David Abrego
More than just conserving space, container gardening also offers portability and creative freedom. Not everyone has the yard for a grand garden. But you can work with what you’ve got. […]
Heather Ginsburg
Always dispose of herbicides and pesticides properly! This week’s citywide household hazardous waste drop-off is a great opportunity to spring-clean hazardous chemicals from the garage. Pesticides and herbicides can be […]
Brad Wier
Aside from sailing through the drought, a water-resilient landscape is practically maintenance-free. The July-like sight of golden lawns and roadsides in early spring is yet another reminder of how unlucky […]
Michael Hoyal
Smothering unwanted grass with newspaper or cardboard is a simple way to prep the area for water-saving garden beds. If you want to start a new landscape bed, you’ve got […]
Gail Dugelby
Texas’ native buckeyes unleash their exotic hybrid flowers along Salado Creek for a festival of red, pink and yellow. We’re not seeing many wildflowers this year due to the persistent […]
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