Plumeria, tropical hibiscus, Louisiana iris and select okra varieties will be available for purchase. Shop NOON TO NOON June 17 – June 18 online, browse online starting June 10! Curbside pick-ups will be scheduled for June 24. Visit the Galveston County Master Gardeners online store for more details: https://store.galvestonmg.org
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 Gardener Kevin Lancon will explore benefits of vertical gardening. Kevin will discuss different structures and systems just right for limited space, veggie varieties that climb to the top of the list, and best approach for getting started. Registration is required. To register and for more information: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/growing-upwards-vertical-gardening/ If special program accommodations by... Read More →
We will have fruit and citrus trees, tomatoes and perennial varieties available for purchase. Shop NOON TO NOON September 9 – September 10 online. Visit the Galveston County Master Gardeners’ online store for more details – https://store.galvestonmg.org
Galveston County Master Gardener Kevin Lancon will highlight best practices successfully growing bulb onions, garlic, leek, and multiplier shallots. Kevin will share his experience perfecting the art of growing onions and garlic. Registration is required. To register and for more information: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/onions-and-garlic/ If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office... 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 →
Galveston County Master Gardener Hazel Lampton will present a hands-on workshop for T-bud grafting. We will explore methods used on peach, plum, pear, apple and other fruit trees. ***NOTE: Workshop is limited to 20 participants. You must pre-register to participate*** To register and for more information: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/t-bud-grafting/ If special program accommodations by participants are needed,... Read More →
Galveston County Master Gardener and citrus expert Robert Marshall’s presentation will feature citrus tree varieties for our area, rootstocks, nutrients, disease (citrus canker and citrus greening), insect problems, control of birds and critters, and freeze protection. Registration is required. To register and for more information: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/backyard-citrus If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please... Read More →
Come join for fun, food and discovery October 8 from 9am to 2 pm, celebrating community at our Galveston County Master Gardener Fall Festival and Plant Sale. Located at our Discovery Garden in Carbide Park, 4102 Main St, La Marque, you can enjoy: Plant sale offering Master Gardener grown plants, fall veggies, herbs, plumeria, snaptinis,... Read More →
Featuring hardy hibiscus, snapdragons, amaryllis, narcissus, various lilies and more for purchase. Shop NOON TO NOON October 28 – October 29 online. Visit the Galveston County Master Gardeners’ online store for more details – https://store.galvestonmg.org or call 281-534-3413 If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than five... Read More →