Making compost is simple, but choosing the right type can be confusing. Stores offer a wide range: molasses-based, various manure types (chicken, rabbit, cattle, mixed alfalfa), cotton burr, mushroom, and even compost with mycorrhiza. Mulches add another layer of choice—single, double, or triple shredded; cedar, cypress, native varieties; or just use leaves or living mulch. […]
Wondering when, how often, and how much to water your plants? Lynn Cox, Bexar County Master Gardener, explains key watering techniques to help you care for your lawn and landscape efficiently – saving water and money. CULTIVATE! classes are free and take place online March 6-7. Advance registration required to sign up for the individual […]
Spring is the season for renewal. Come join Danie Aldana, Bexar County Master Gardener, as she discusses what can be done to refresh, renew, and revitalize your soil and your garden this spring. Grace will explain the proper horticultural methods and practices to gardening here in S. Texas and how to create a resilient garden […]
Experience Mitchell Lake Audubon Center after dark and discover how water-saving landscapes and native plants support wildlife around the clock. Learn how conserving water and restoring native habitats creates healthier ecosystems for migratory birds, bats, and other nocturnal animals. Explore our trails with an experienced guide and see how native plants provide essential food and […]
Join Candy Roach, Bexar County Master Gardener and learn how to effectively plan and plant for butterflies, bees and a multitude of other pollinator species. This workshop will primarily focus on encouraging and maintaining a healthy landscape for insect pollinators.
In this program Master Gardener Marybeth Parsons will explain our region’s unique climate and weather patterns as they relate to gardening. How can homeowners overcome those challenges in their landscapes? Marybeth will cover gardening techniques to develop a resilient garden, including soil, irrigation, design and plant choices. She will also explain proper watering techniques for […]
Growing succulents can be easy with the right amount of care. Join Liana Benavides, Bexar County Master Gardener, as she shares information about the glories of succulents. Liana will cover topics including why succulents are so forgiving, their root system, habitats, soil needs, recommended plants, propagation techniques, water, and care requirements. She will also discuss […]
Spring is the season for renewal. Come join Alisa Travis, Bexar County Master Gardener, as she discusses what can be done to refresh, renew, and revitalize your soil and your garden this spring. Alisa will explain the proper horticultural methods and practices to gardening here in S. Texas and how to create a resilient garden […]
Spring is the season for renewal. Come join Nancy Mills, Bexar County Master Gardener, as she discusses what can be done to refresh, renew, and revitalize your soil and your garden this spring. Alisa will explain the proper horticultural methods and practices to gardening here in S. Texas and how to create a resilient garden […]
Come experience our Wild West Wildlife Festival! This day will include activities for adults and children, including arts & crafts, interactions with native wildlife, engaging stations featuring water-saving native plants, and hands-on demonstrations. Fun for the entire family, kids and kids at heart will get to make memorable wildlife crafts, interact with native wildlife, learn […]
In this program Master Gardener John Vann will explain our region’s unique climate and weather patterns as they relate to gardening. How can homeowners overcome those challenges in their landscapes? Marybeth will cover gardening techniques to develop a resilient garden, including soil, irrigation, design and plant choices. She will also explain proper watering techniques for […]
GVST will teach how to design, install and maintain a water conserving garden/landscape through 12 session of learning. These 75 minute sessions will include choosing drought-resistant native plants, improving soil with compost to increase water retention, use of mulch to conserve moisture all as presented on SAWS "Garden Style San Antonio" website. The focus will […]