Turn a small space into a thriving native ecosystem! In this class, Shannon Grace of Texas Bean Freak will walk you through how to create your own pocket prairie—a beautifully designed mix of native grasses and wildflowers that supports pollinators, improves soil health, and reduces water runoff. You'll be walked through site selection, soil prep, […]
This exhibition, presented in collaboration with the San Antonio Cactus and Xerophyte Society (SACXS), will showcase a stunning array of cactus & succulent species from the members’ personal collections. Members of the society will be on-site to discuss the art of arid plant cultivation, providing insights and answering questions. Visitors will also be able to […]
Take a guided walk under the August full moon while listening for bats, learning about ‘nocturnal’ plants, and appreciating the San Antonio Botanical Gardens from a new perspective. The Garden Coffee Shop will be open until 7:45 pm, serving coffee, tea, lemonade, and more!
The fall planting season is almost here – are YOU ready? Seeds and propagated plants need extra time to grow before they’re ready to go in the ground! Join the Green Spaces Alliance for the second installment of our two-part fall garden-planning series: “Seed Starting & Plant Propagation.” Participants will learn about two common ways […]
Introducing Neighbors in Nature Day (or “Neighbor Day” for short), a recurring community discount program offering Bexar County residents $7 admission to the San Antonio Botanical Garden on select days throughout the year.
Start your morning surrounded by nature! You'll begin with a light breakfast and coffee while getting to know fellow nature lovers and testing your knowledge with a few fun bird and native plant trivia questions before strolling through gardens and trails to identify seasonal birds and learn some native plants that provide food, shelter, and […]
NOW is the perfect time to discover the many water- and money-saving resources available on the SAWS GardenStyleSA website! There is so much to explore--Kick back as Eco Centro staff navigate through the GardenStyleSA website to locate the WaterSaver coupon/rebate programs and the other numerous helpful and free resources. By the end of the workshop […]
Pre-event planting demonstration in Friends of Mission Branch Library community garden begins at 4:30. Author will be available for book purchases at 5:00 in meeting room. At 6:00 Haeley Giambalvo, author of "Native Plant Gardening for Beginners" and owner of nativebackyards.com will present. Event co-sponsors Friends of Mission Branch Library and Gardening Volunteers of South […]
Join Pam Peck, a seasoned Alamo Area Master Naturalist, for an inspiring workshop on the power of native plants and how they can help you save water in your landscape. Discover practical tips to plan your landscaping goals with a big vision while starting with small steps that make it manageable to create over time. […]
Learn about the benefits of using your WaterSaver Landscape to expand shade in areas of your landscape by increasing the amount of tree cover in your landscape. Join Brad Wier, SAWS Conservation Department Planner, as he shares his knowledge and many years of experience with conservation and public horticulture. CULTIVATE! classes are free and take place […]
Join David Rodriguez, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Horticulturist as he explains the benefits of adopting the Earth-Kind Principles in your landscape. Individuals using Earth-Kind landscaping principles and practices can create beautiful, easy-care landscapes, while conserving and protecting natural resources and the environment. CULTIVATE! classes are free and take place online September 4-5. Advance registration required to sign […]
Be inspired at the San Antonio Botanical Garden and learn about the best seasonal plants and design tips for creating a beautiful, drought-tolerant landscape. Free with membership or Garden admission.