San Antonio Botanical Garden

Explore the ecological benefits of cover crops that harness nitrogen from the atmosphere, improve soil structure, and reduce the need for synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. Gain insights into harnessing the power of cover crops for sustainably growing food and plants. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical examples, participants will explore various types of […]

Frustrated with failed plantings? It might be your soil. Join Bexar County Master Gardener, Bill Swantner, in a lecture-style “walk” across Bexar County to learn about different soil types and what they need to grow plants well. $25 ($20 member). Member discount, including $3 fee waived, will be applied at checkout.

Landscape designer Luke Hoy presents how to grow confidence and understanding of the garden design process. In this presentation and hands-on workshop, participants can discover how to translate inspiration into a design plan by combining design visualization, skill building and horticultural recommendations. Come ready to explore personal inspirations and to make them into a garden […]

Learn how to identify trees by observing tree buds, bark, and more. During winter, trees don’t always have leaves, making it difficult to identify them. Participants will also learn about where native trees grow, how winter wildlife benefit from trees, and how to care for trees during cold months. $25 ($20 members) Registration closes when […]

Are you wanting to garden with more Texas native plants? Haeley Giambalvo of NativeBackyards.com is sharing her Top 20 No-Fail Texas Native Plants for your San Antonio garden! She’ll help you make smart decisions by prioritizing plants that are easy to grow and look great. For each plant, Haeley will walk you through their sun […]