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 […]
Texas summers can make our gardens look dry and tired, leaving gardeners wondering if their plants will recover. The great news is that with proper pruning techniques, drought tolerant and native perennials can bloom again in the fall just in time for fall pollinators! Care and safe use of pruners and hand tools will be […]
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 plants for birds and butterflies depending on […]
Learn how to create a pollinator patch or pocket prairie that can help local native flora and fauna while conserving water. Join avid native plant gardener and restoration ecologist Lee Marlowe as she teaches the basics for planning, designing, installing, and maintaining a little patch of pollinator paradise. Fee: $15 ($13.50 SABOT members). Advance registration required.
Gardening is one of the most exciting and rewarding lifestyle changes one can implement. But where do you start? There is so much to know and learn. In this workshop we will will start with the basics. Learn about the most common types of gardens, soil types, amendments, how to conserve water while gardening and […]
This workshop is a beginners guide to do-it-yourself rainwater harvesting, from putting up a gutter system to collection techniques, water distribution, and more. Harvesting your own collected rainwater conserves drinking water is a nitrate-rich source of water for plants. Fee: $5. Advance registration required.
Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, this in-person event is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their gardening skills. Gardening Essentials includes two presentations on the third Monday of every month. You'll have the opportunity to learn from expert gardeners and fellow gardening enthusiasts, who will share their knowledge and tips on various […]
Efficiency is one of the easiest ways to conserve resources, save money, and become more sustainable. It is a first step, and is easily done with simple maintenance to things already existing in your home. Come learn about ways to improve the efficiency in your home. From water to energy, irrigation to insulation, we break […]
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.