Unearth the grand world of Texas native grasses and learn how to properly identify them. On this walk through the Garden and the Texas Hill Country Trail you will learn the many benefits of planting native grasses in your home garden to conserve water and boost biodiversity. Free with membership or garden admission.
With the increasing weather extremes Texas is experiencing — ranging from heat wave to deep freeze and drought to flood — how should gardeners adapt? Drawing from the visionary landscapes in her new book, Gardens of Texas, Pam Penick shows how gardeners and designers across the Lone Star State are embracing change, shifting their plant […]
The 2026 San Antonio Spring Home + Garden Show features hundreds of local experts for remodeling, landscaping, and decor. The event runs Friday February 27 (12–8 PM), Saturday February 28 (10 AM–8 PM), and Sunday March 1 (11 AM–6 PM), with tickets available for adults and seniors. There will be a speaker each day on the […]
Earth-Kind® Landscaping uses research-proven techniques to provide for a beautiful and resilient landscape while preserving and protecting the environment. Candy Roach, Bexar County Master Gardener, will share these principles and explain about our region’s unique climate and how it directly relates to gardening as well as how to implement the methods in an individual landscape.
GVST will teach how to design, install and maintain a water conserving garden/landscape through 12 sessions 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 […]
Do you ever feel like you’re pouring your time, energy, and money into landscaping but still not seeing the results you hope for? Join Greg Grant, AgriLife Extension Horticulturist, for insightful and practical tips on how to be a happy, Earth-Kind gardener. CULTIVATE! classes are free and take place online March 6-7. Advance registration required […]
There’s no question we are in a drought that brings challenges to gardening. Join David Rodriguez, AgriLife Extension Horticulturist, as he shares how to create a thriving and colorful landscape with techniques such as building the sponge effect in your soil and using proper plant selection and maintenance practices. CULTIVATE! classes are free and take […]
Lee Marlowe is a restoration ecologist with over 25 years of professional experience working in the field of ecological restoration and natural resource management. Her expertise includes the use of native plants to provide wildlife habitat, water quality benefits, bank/site stabilization, and aesthetic beauty in landscapes of all sizes. Rain is precious and unpredictable, and […]
Join Green Spaces Alliance at Bulverde Oaks Nature Preserve as we begin the first planting phase of the Memorial Grove. Together, we’ll plant native and endangered species, increase biodiversity, and help create a contemplative garden space. This workday will focus on establishing the foundation of the Memorial Grove—an intentional space that serves both people and […]
Perennials are traditionally chosen to add color and texture to our gardens. But we need tough plants for our Texas landscapes. Lynn Cox, Bexar County Master Gardener, will introduce a variety of perennial Texas Superstars with information on their placement and maintenance for a vibrant garden. CULTIVATE! classes are free and take place online March […]
Enjoy a fun, family-friendly day filled with entertainment, vendor and food booths, eco-exhibits, giveaways, FREE trees, and much more! Earthwise Living Day is a free, educational family event that takes place rain or shine, at the Leon Community and Conference Center Events Complex, located at 6427 Evers Road in Leon Valley. It is the longest […]
Otherwild will feature 10 Enchanted Trees throughout the San Antonio Botanical Garden’s 39 acres and a soaring SkyNet installation, Flora Borealis, above the Lucile Halsell Conservatory. This immersive exhibition celebrates color, connection, and the joy of shared experiences. Families are invited to enjoy concessions, live music, and educational activities. Learn about native trees, their benefits, […]