Summer pruning fruit trees is a must to maintain tree health and promote next year’s production. Join Texas Master Gardener Robert Marshall and Extension Horticulture Agent Stephen Brueggerhoff to learn best methods for pruning peach, pear and plum. Included is a review of fruit tree species growth and habit, open center versus central leader pruning,... Read More →
Presented by Galveston County Master Gardener Robert Marshall, we will explore the history of strawberries in our area and give you expert advice to help you successfully grow strawberries in Galveston County. Marshall will include the correct time to plant, the best varieties for this area, and planting bare root vs plugs. He will also... Read More →
Galveston County Master Gardener Loretta Osteen will lead a hands-on workshop demonstrating the propagation methods for Plumeria from cuttings and seeds. You'll also learn how to make a Hawaiian Lei with Plumeria blooms. ***NOTE LOCATION: Master Gardener Discovery Garden in Carbide Park, 4102 Main St (FM519), La Marque, 77568*** Registration is closed as we have... Read More →
Galveston County Master Gardener Jackie Auer will demonstrate and explain the basic techniques of fresh and artificial flower arranging. She has produced arrangements for the retail market, as well as for individuals. ***ATTENDEES ARE ASKED TO BRING A VASE AND CHOICE OF ARTIFICIAL OR FRESH FLOWERS FOR HANDS-ON ARRANGING*** To register and for more information:... Read More →
Presented by 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. Registration is required. To register and for more information: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/blackberry-culture/ If special program accommodations by... Read More →
Join Horticulture Agent Stephen Brueggerhoff for a presentation exploring fig culture in Galveston County. We will cover the rich history of fig production in our county, discover growth habit, fruiting, varieties and maintenance. We will visit our Discovery Garden Orchard to check out our collection of figs, and if the fruit is willing we’ll sample... Read More →
Galveston County Master Gardeners Briana Etie & Nancy Langston-Noh will present hands on demonstrations in propagation techniques and make tussie mussies. They will also share herb uses, preservation techniques and tips for growing herbs in our Gulf Coast Gardens. Registration required. *Registration is limited 35 participates* Click here to register for the workshop If... Read More →
Do you want to learn how to grow great tomatoes? This is the first in a series of three programs presented by Galveston County Master Gardener Ira Gervais learning all how to grow great tomatoes in Galveston County. Part 1 will cover growing tomatoes from seeds, where to obtain seeds... Read More →
Galveston County Master Gardeners Hazel Lampton, Debbie Espinosa and Herman Auer will discuss the how, when, & why of wedge, whip and tongue, and chip bud methods of grafting. This hands-on program will give you choices to graft stone fruit, pome and evergreen fruit trees. The possibilities are endless when you know how to graft... Read More →
Learn best practices for planting, maintaining and cultivating pecans with Horticulture Agent Stephen Brueggerhoff. Weather allowing, we will visit a remnant pecan orchard in Carbide Park. To register online: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/urban-orchard-series-growing-pecans-at-home/, or call 281-309-5065. Registration deadline is January 5, 2023 at 1 p.m. If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office... Read More →
v Part two of three programs: Growing Great Tomatoes by Galveston County Master Gardener Ira Gervais. Gervais reveals his secrets of successful production of great tomatoes. Learn about various varieties that do well in this area, when to transplant your seedlings, and best growing techniques. Receive information about soil requirements, nutrients, and temperature range for best... Read More →
Explore best methods propagating and pruning fig trees with Galveston County Master Gardener Barbara Canetti. Canetti will cover fig growth habit and fruiting varieties, as well as maintenance. We will visit our Discovery Garden Orchard for hands-on experience with our fig collection. Register online: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/urban-orchard-series-propagating-fig-trees/, or call 281-309-5065. Registration deadline is January 19, 2023 at... Read More →