Blinderhund Ranch got its name from the family blind miniature dachshund for which the "Blind Dog" bee ranch gets its name. The Honey Bees and Family Farm are located in Bastrop and the family started the Blinderhund Ranch September 2017. Our presenter will discuss feeding bees and what to feed. What do bees need for... Read More →
How would you like to help reduce flooding in your neighborhood, improve groundwater, and provide a home for beneficial insects, thereby reducing insecticide usage? Come to our next Master Gardeners’ meeting and learn the benefits of creating a beetle bank in your yard. Learn about: How beetle banks help recharge aquifers. Why growing native prairie... Read More →
Attend this information session in Bastrop to learn more about the Bastrop County Master Gardener Association and our Fall 2019 Master Gardener Training Class that starts on Aug 3rd. Applications will be available at the session. The deadline to sign up for the Fall 2019 Master Gardener Training Class is July 20th. Registration deadline: Application... Read More →
The Fall 2019 Bastrop County Master Gardener Classes will meet every Saturday, August 3 -- November 2, 2019 -- 9 am until 1 pm Classes will be held at Bluebonnet Electric Headquarters, 155 Electric Ave., Bastrop TX on Hwy 21 East. Please attend one of our information sessions for an application and to find out... Read More →
Green Gate Farms, a USDA certified organic farm was established in an underserved neighborhood in east Austin in 2006. An old historic farm site was used to create a community resource for neighbors of all incomes. The vision for Green Gate Farms is to cultivate an organic farm that feeds the mind, body, and soul.... Read More →
Fall gardening presentation by our own Vegetable Gardening Specialists at the Bastrop County Master Gardener Association Education & Business Meeting. August 20, 2019 at Bluebonnet Electric HQ, 155 Electric Ave. Bastrop, TX 78602. Social time from 5:30 to 6:00 pm. Program starting at 6:00 pm. All are welcome!