Category Archives: Urban Horticulture

Children’s Vegetable Garden: Fall 2013

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The San Antonio Botanical Garden, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and the Bexar County Master Gardeners oversee the children’s vegetable garden program in which youngsters learn hands-on techniques of local vegetable gardening with emphasis’ on environmental stewardship and organics.  On Saturday mornings in the spring and fall, children plant, weed, water, nurture, and harvest their individual plots under the mentorship of certified Master Gardeners.   With a nominal fee, seeds, bedding plants and tools are furnished in which each child receives that special and individualized attention.  The spring and… Read More →

Backyard Gardening Series: Growing Herbs

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Master Gardener Don Crites will talk about the common herbs used in cooking and are referred to as culinary herbs. Mild or savory herbs impart a delicate flavor to food while the stronger or pungent herbs add zest to foods. These herbs are attractive and varied so their ornamental value is also important. Come visit with Horticulturist, David Rodriguez and learn how to select, properly plant, maintain herbs, and much more. Open to Public on December 4, 2012, Tuesday, 6:30 pm—8:30 pm at the Texas AgriLife Extension Office, 3355… Read More →

Backyard Gardening Series: Drip Irrigation & Lawn Management

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Do you know how to manage your turf grass during this hot summer and jump into fall and winter seasons? Join us for a special Backyard Gardening session on lawn management and drip irrigation. Find out how easy it is to install a drip system and utilize your water system efficiently. Open to Public on September 13, 2012, Thursday, from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm at the Texas AgriLife Extension Office, 3355 Cherry Ridge, Suite 208, San Antonio, TX 78230. Registration fee is $10 in advance or at… Read More →

Master Gardener Class #57

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How about becoming a Master Gardener? Texas AgriLife Extension Service will be conducting its spring Master Gardener class #57 for adults interested in gardening/horticulture and related topics.  Master Gardener volunteers return their knowledge and time by providing educational outreach support for youth and adults.  Deadline to register is February 25, 2013. The cost is $220 with classes running every Wednesday from 12 noon-4 pm, March 6th – May 29th at the Texas AgriLife Extension Service classroom, 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr, Suite 208, San Antonio, TX  78230.  For more… Read More →