Brad Wier is a San Antonio Water Systems (SAWS) Conservation Planner. Years in South Texas landscaping and public horticulture gave him a lasting enthusiasm for plants that don’t die when sprinklers — and gardeners — break down. Drought has been the new normal in San Antonio lately – so what lessons can a water utility […]
The Parks & Recreation Department, Council District 5, The United Way, and Healthy Neighborhoods are working together to distribute shade and fruit trees to District 5 residents. This initiative connects the community with valuable resources through strong partnerships and collective efforts to increase tree canopy through the city's tree giveaway program.
Master Gardener, Lou Kellogg will use a powerpoint presentation to educate attendees about the benefits to capturing rainwater for use in the home garden or landscape. Lou gives a brief history on rainwater catchment and explains the different types of rain barrels that are available for a homeowner. Lou explains how to convert a barrel […]
Bill Swantner is a Bexar County Master Gardener with extensive training and experience in plant propagation and starting plants from seed. Starting plants from seed allows you to grow a large number of plants economically as well as being able to grow plants you may not have access to in the nurseries. Join Bill as […]
Master Gardener Grace Emery will show the best methods and practices for growing many different types of herbs, including how to select and plant for the best results. She will also explain proper watering techniques.
Molly Keck is an Integrated Pest Management Program Specialist with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension in Bexar County with a Master’s degree in Entomology. With 20 years of experience with the AgriLife Extension Service, Molly is our go-to person for all things insect related. What’s wrong with my lawn??? This is a common question by homeowners […]
Join us for a hands-on food demo and plant giveaway celebrating the rich culinary traditions of Indigenous peoples in Texas. Participants will not only learn to prepare dishes that honor the land and its native plants but will also receive plants to grow at home, empowering them to cultivate their own ingredients. This immersive experience […]
Tackle food waste at home -- maybe even start your own composting project(s)! Come learn about various types of composting and how each method can be utilized to tackle food waste at home and all the way up to restaurant and school levels. At the end of the workshop we will all take a quick […]
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. For this in-person workshop we will start with the basics: Learn about the most common types of gardens, soil types, amendments, and we will answer as many questions […]
Hardscape refers the “hard” surfaces of your landscape such as sidewalks, patios, decks, and pathways, which play a key role in water conservation by reducing runoff and managing rainwater. In this workshop Lynn Cox, Bexar County Master Gardener, will cover a variety of materials available to use in the home landscape, and how to select […]
San Antonio is a great place to garden for wildlife. From birds to bees and butterflies, the Alamo City has it all. But did you know that gardens also play a crucial role in supporting local bat species? Join Green Spaces Alliance and Bat Conservation International to learn all about the funky flying mammals that […]
The 30th Annual Basura Bash takes place on Saturday, March 9, 2025 (rescheduled from February 22 due to weather.) Basura Bash is the largest river cleanup in Texas: a one-day, all-volunteer event to clean the entire San Antonio Watershed. Let’s all clean it like we mean it! Volunteers will collect trash from the banks of […]