Galveston County Master Gardener Monica Martens (Ed.D.) explores growing Louisiana iris. The program presents species and hybrid types for our region, including cultivation information, how to obtain Louisiana iris and share them. You will also learn about our special collection with a tour at the Discovery Garden. ***The lecture and tour will be at the... Read More →
Galveston County Master Gardener Gene Speller presents best practices cultivating peppers. Included are origin of pepper plants, starting from seed, culture and growing tips, insect and disease control, and recommended varieties. For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065. Register at the following website: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/veggie-garden-series-peppers/ Registration deadline is April 13, 2023 at 3 p.m. Note: If... Read More →
Explore the art and science of grafting pecan trees for home orchard improvement. Galveston County AgriLife Extension Horticulturist Stephen Brueggerhoff presents pecan biology, as well as scion varieties for the Texas Gulf Coast. We will host a grafting demonstration using four-flap and bark inlay methods. For additional questions about the program, call: 281-309-5065. Register at... Read More →
The Galveston County Master Gardeners’ Discovery Garden will be open to the public on Saturday, April 22 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Iris enthusiast and Galveston County Master Gardener Monica Martens (Ed.D.) will be on-site to chat and answer any questions you may have about Louisiana Iris. ***Location – Master Gardener Discovery Garden in... Read More →