Feeling overwhelmed when tasked with plant selection for your landscape? Our local nurseries are chock full of every plant you can imagine, but if you’ve finally narrowed your focus to creating a water-wise habitat; why not start with tried-and-true native plants? This workshop is designed to get you going on a solid plant list for […]
Join us this fall for an engaging and informative workshop on how to enhance your garden with native plants! Fall is the ideal time to plant native plants, thanks to the cooler temperatures that benefit both gardeners and plants alike. As the heat of summer wanes, the milder weather makes gardening more enjoyable and less […]
Asexual plant propagation is the process of creating new plants from an existing plant. Join Bexar County Master Gardener Bill Swantner as he shares tips and techniques for several of the many methods of asexual plant propagation.
Beneficial insects do more than just pollinate. Many are predators, parasitoids, and recyclers. Join AgriLife Extension Entomologist Molly Keck as she shares the identification and food sources of beneficial insects, with a heavy focus on predators, parasitoids and recyclers.
With so many plants to chose from how do you narrow it down? Join David Rodriquez, AgriLife Extension Service Horticulturist, as he shares his favorite top ten landscape plants for the Bexar County and surrounding area and how to grow them. David Rodriguez has been involved in the San Antonio and Texas Gardening/Landscaping scene for […]
Shade and ornamental trees are the most valuable plants in your landscape and live the longest. Getting them off to a good start and caring for them properly will extend their lives and provide your landscape with trees that are both functional and beautiful. Join Lynn Cox, BCMG, as she explains the best recommendations and […]
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, play a game of bingo with us to help you identify native plants that are suited to our area and can help you conserve water […]
Think roses are hard to grow? Think again! Join Bexar County Master Gardener Candy Roach as she shares what makes a rose an Earth-Kind rose and why you should consider adding them to your garden. She will cover their planting and care needs plus introduce you to a wide array of beautiful roses that are […]
Turn water scarcity into water abundance. Rainwater harvesting can reduce stormwater runoff, lower your water bill and help keep your landscape green all year long. Join us to learn more about medium to large scale rainwater harvesting for residential and commercial applications. We’ll cover water catchment basics, tanks, filtration, pumps, codes, water budgeting, potential catchment […]
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 […]
(Rescheduled to the 3rd Saturday this month.) Learn native plant landscaping techniques by joining members of the community at Mitchell Lake Audubon Center as they work in the area around the Visitor Center. MLAC depends on amazing volunteers to help manage the habitat; tasks can involve trail maintenance, removal of invasive species, and planting native […]
What does it take to create a haven for hummingbirds? Join Green Spaces Alliance and the San Antonio River Authority so you can learn how to host hummingbirds naturally in your yard or container garden. Presenter Lee Marlowe will highlight the best native plants and practices that attract and support hummingbirds during this virtual lunch […]
Grow your understanding of best practices for starting a backyard composting effort. Learn about different methods, systems, and water-saving effects that make residential composting beneficial. We'll use our senses to identify what healthy compost can be and do for our gardens. Turn your home's food scraps into a resource!
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, play a game of bingo with us to help you identify native plants that are suited to our area and can help you conserve water […]