Join us for a free VIRTUAL program designed for beginners interested in learning more about hydroponics or starting a new business. Existing hydroponic producers will also benefit and have the opportunity to share future programming needs. REGISTER AT https://bit.ly/3MaZkG9
Galveston County: Patio Citrus
Join Horticulture Agent Stephen Brueggerhoff and learn about growing citrus on the patio. Through practical experience, Stephen will discuss container cultivation, maintenance and varieties like mandarin, satsuma, lemons, limes and more for a bountiful harvest. For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065. Registration deadline is October 5, 2023 at 3 p.m.
Galveston County – Bramble On: Blackberries
Presented by Galveston County Master Gardener Monica Martins and Horticulture Agent Stephen Brueggerhoff, we will explore blackberry cultivation including varieties (thorned and thornless), growth habit and seasonal pruning, trellising systems and fertilization. You will learn about soil preparation and planting, as well as disease and pest management.
San Jacinto County – All About Mushrooms
Imagine having a selection of fresh mushrooms you can harvest in your garden! Come and hear why gardeners and foodies are getting all the excitement about growing mushrooms.
Jane English, garden enthusiast and artist, will demonstrate how grow mushrooms yourself in a straw bale in warm weather
or inoculate a log or in cooler weather.
or inoculate a log or in cooler weather.
Our speaker will have limited product to purchase.
Fort Bend County – Landscape Success Series: Winter Protection
Part eight of an eight-part series: With the past few terrible winters, we all had to scramble to protect our plants. In this class, we will learn some tips and tricks to prepare before the freeze hits.
Register in advance to watch via Zoom at: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAvdeuhqzkrEtb0FTeD0pyOMtgPMwGcM91R
Fort Bend County – Landscape Success Series: Fall is for Planting
Part seven of an eight-part series: Fall is a great time to plant so the plants or trees will have sufficient time to establish roots before the cold weather sets in. We will cover the best practices to get most out of your fall planting.
Register in advance to watch via Zoom at: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItd-qgqTItH9Ufbz2eoPS8lXPK8SBQi4wh
Fort Bend County – Landscape Success Series: Trees for Small Landscapes
Part six of an eight-part series: Do you have a small yard? No worries – we will talk about small ornamental trees that you can plant both in your front and back yards when space is an issue.
Register in advance to watch via Zoom at: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckcOusrzwtE9Tdq3acBTGytxQ7SW–_qp9
Fort Bend County – Landscape Success Series: Weed & Nutrient Management
Part five of an eight-part series: Weeds are a perennial problem for home landscapes. We will learn how to identify and manage weeds in our home landscapes. We will also cover the basics of nutrient requirements for landscape plants.
Register in advance to watch via Zoom at: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAld-uvpj4oH9yXxo8Ib0JWAAMkIujeWKX2
Fort Bend County – Landscape Success Series: Irrigation Basics
Part four of an eight-part series: This class will discuss various types of irrigation methods for home landscapes; basic troubleshooting as well as water requirements for plantings.
Register in advance to watch via Zoom at: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpdeyqqTojH9wiReCvvQfVhSLhtc6BOlWR
Fort Bend County – Landscape Success Series: Flowering Plants for 4 Seasons
Part three of an eight-part series: We will discuss how to add color for each season so the home gardener will have something blooming throughout the year. We will cover Texas Superstar Plants as well.
Register in advance to watch via Zoom at: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkcOqgrjwqGd2rhVkvKUmvwjrsvfL1qxUe