Texas weather is tough on lawns. Dig in and learn how to redesign a home lawn and landscape. Make it ready for the heat of summer and water restrictions. Fee: $17 ($12 for SABOT members). Registration ends when class fills. Instructor: John Hamilton, Conservation Educator, San Antonio Botanical Garden
Celebrate Día del Árbol: Texas Arbor Day Celebration at Mission Marquee Plaza (3100 Roosevelt Ave) on Saturday, November 2 from 9 a.m. - noon. This free event celebrates San Antonio’s urban forest with interactive demonstrations, crafts, shows, nature activities, and tree care resources and info. Over 1,000 1-gallon trees will be given away while supplies […]
Join Michael Eason, Associate Director of Conservation and Collections for this workshop where guests will learn about the Flora of East Texas, including intriguing common and rare native and adapted plants of the region. Come ready to learn curious tidbits on pollination biology, etymology, seed dispersal, and biogeography. The class may include an outdoor learning […]
Butterfly gardens are carefully created habitats that provide food and shelter for butterflies as well as vibrant plants. Cultivating a lively garden for butterflies to provide seasonal delight is easy and entertaining. Join us as and learn about the plants that butterflies are attracted to in San Antonio and how to design a habitat with […]
Join Eco Centro for the newest addition to the propagation series presented by Rose Flores, Director. This workshop will dive into the anatomy and physiology of woody-stemmed native plants and what steps and materials you will need to propagate them. Participants should be ready to get their hands dirty with some hands-on demonstrations. This workshop […]
Join us for an educational workshop focused on fall and winter bird feeding and the fascinating world of avian observation! Whether you're a seasoned birdwatcher or just starting out, this workshop will provide you with valuable insights into attracting and caring for our feathered friends during the colder months with supplemental food and native plants. […]
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a beginner, this in-person event is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their gardening knowledge or skills. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from expert gardeners and fellow gardening enthusiasts, who will share their knowledge and tips on various gardening techniques. From choosing the right plants for your garden […]
Join Michael Eason, Associate Director of Conservation and Collections for this workshop where guests will learn about Flora of Coastal Texas, including intriguing common and rare native and adapted plants of the region. Come ready to learn curious tidbits on pollination biology, etymology, seed dispersal, and the biogeography of the plants of each ecoregion. The […]
Make a difference for the birds and join Mitchell Lake staff and other members of the community to help manage our garden habitat! This can involve trail maintenance, removal of invasive species, and planting native plants for birds and butterflies, depending on the tasks of the day. All training provided. This is a great way […]
Make a difference for the birds and join Mitchell Lake staff and other members of the community to help manage our garden habitat! This can involve trail maintenance, removal of invasive species, and planting native plants for birds and butterflies, depending on the tasks of the day. All training provided. This is a great way […]
(NEW DATE!) Winter brings a chance to assess and perform some pruning on our shrubs/trees around the yard. Come learn the basics of tree maintenance! In this workshop, homeowners will learn the basic techniques of pruning trees in their own yards in the winter months. Participants will learn to 1) identify the basic parts of […]
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a beginner, this in-person event is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their gardening knowledge or skills. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from expert gardeners and fellow gardening enthusiasts, who will share their knowledge and tips on various gardening techniques. From choosing the right plants for your garden […]