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Discovery Garden Tour – Galveston County 4-H Food Camp by R. Fenton & Team

May 15, 2025 by afarris

Tagged With: Discovery Garden @ Carbide Park, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gardening, Horticulture

Discovery Garden Tour for Country Place Garden Club by R. Kriticos & Team

May 7, 2025 by afarris

Open to Public

Tagged With: Discovery Garden @ Carbide Park, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gardening

Earth-Kind Gardening in Spanish by N. Torok @ Amigas Unidas

May 7, 2025 by afarris

Open to Public

Tagged With: Earth-Kind Gardening, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gardening

Butterfly & Pollinator Gardening by B. Etie @ Mainland Rotary Mtg

May 5, 2025 by afarris

Open to Public

Tagged With: Butterflies, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gardening, Pollinators

Composting 101 by S. Bors-Koefoed @ Plumeria Society of America

May 1, 2025 by afarris

Open to Public

Tagged With: Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gardening, plumeria

Texas Superstar® Plant Series: Be a Superstar with Specialty Plants

April 24, 2025 by jjessen

Galveston County Master Gardeners Steve Holliday and Karen Nelson will discuss Texas Superstar® Specialty Plants.  These specialty plants include hearty ornamentals, vegetables, herbs, citrus and grapes. Superstar plants have been selected and field tested to perform well in Texas’s challenging climate without the need for chemical pesticides and fertilizers.  Learn all about growing these superstars and see them thriving in the Discovery Garden after the presentation. ***NOTE LOCATION – Discovery Garden in Carbide Park, 4102 Main St (FM 519), La Marque, 77568***

For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065

Click here to register: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/texas-superstar-plant-series-be-a-superstar-with-specialty-plants/

 

Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the program should contact the County Extension Office at least one week prior to the program or event to request assistance.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension provides equal opportunities in its programs and employment to all persons, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The Texas A&M University system, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts Cooperating.

Tagged With: Galveston County AgriLife Extension, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Horticulture, plants thrive in Texas environment, Texas Superstar® plants

Texas Superstar® Plant Series: Be a Superstar with Woody Shrubs & Trees

April 24, 2025 by jjessen

Join Galveston County Master Gardener Briana Etie in this educational series with plants that are proven to survive in our Gulf Coast area using Texas Superstar® Plants. ***NOTE LOCATION – Discovery Garden in Carbide Park, 4102 Main St (FM 519), La Marque, 77568***

For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065

Click here to register: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/texas-superstar-plant-series-be-a-superstar-with-woody-shrubs-trees/

 

Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the program should contact the County Extension Office at least one week prior to the program or event to request assistance.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension provides equal opportunities in its programs and employment to all persons, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The Texas A&M University system, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts Cooperating.

Tagged With: Galveston County AgriLife Extension, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Horticulture, plants thrive in Texas environment, Texas Superstar® plants

Successful Container Gardening

April 24, 2025 by jjessen

Galveston County Master Gardener Karolyn Gephart, will present Successful Container Gardening in our Gulf Coast Region. Topics covered will be practical and useful, and will include environment planting, locations, plant categories, maintenance, benefits, and more. In addition, GCMG Kaye Corey will be demonstrating how to prepare different containers and insert the plants which will be given away during the program.

For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065

Click here to register: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/successful-container-gardening-2/

 

Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the program should contact the County Extension Office at least one week prior to the program or event to request assistance.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension provides equal opportunities in its programs and employment to all persons, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The Texas A&M University system, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts Cooperating.

 

Tagged With: benefits of potted plants, Container Gardening, Galveston County AgriLife Extension, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Horticulture, maintenance of potted plants, planting in pots

Ask a MG Booth by K. Mehlman & Team @ OLLI Gardening Symposium UTMB Galveston

April 23, 2025 by afarris

Open to Public

Tagged With: Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gardening, Horticulture

Ask a MG Booth by K.Gephart & Team @ Heritage Gardeners Garden Tour & HUGE Plant Sale

April 3, 2025 by afarris

Open to Public

Tagged With: Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gardening, Horticulture

Ask a MG Booth by K.Gephart & Team @ Heritage Gardeners Garden Tour & HUGE Plant Sale

April 3, 2025 by afarris

Open to Public

Tagged With: Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gardening, Horticulture

Herb Series: Aromatherapy & Cleaning with Herbs

March 25, 2025 by jjessen

Galveston County Master Gardeners Donna Merritt and Briana Etie will provide an instructional presentation of herbs which can be used to promote emotional, physical and spiritual well-being. Also, how using essential oils as ingredients to create household cleaning products to reduce the use of harsh chemicals in your home.

For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065

Click here to register: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/herb-series-aromatherapy-cleaning-with-herbs/

 

Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the program should contact the County Extension Office at least one week prior to the program or event to request assistance.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension provides equal opportunities in its programs and employment to all persons, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The Texas A&M University system, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts Cooperating.

Tagged With: cleaning with herbs, essential oils for aromatherapy, Galveston County AgriLife Extension, Galveston County Master Gardeners, herb aromatherapy, Herbs, Horticulthure, using essential oils for cleaning

Plumeria Propagation

March 17, 2025 by jjessen

Celebrate growing beautiful plumerias with Loretta Osteen, Galveston County Master Gardener. Loretta will share her expertise successfully growing outstanding trees known for breathtaking flowers.

For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065

Click here to register: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/plumeria-propagation-3/

 

Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the program should contact the County Extension Office at least one week prior to the program or event to request assistance.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension provides equal opportunities in its programs and employment to all persons, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The Texas A&M University system, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts Cooperating.

Tagged With: Galveston County AgriLife Extension, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Horticulture, plumeria, plumeria flowers, plumeria propagation, plumeria trees

Texas Superstar® Plant Series: Be A Superstar with Perennials & Per-Annual

March 17, 2025 by jjessen

Join Galveston County Master Gardeners Sue Bain and Karen Nelson, for an exploration of Texas Superstar® Plants that can live longer than two years and tropical perennials as annuals. Get your garden ready by selecting heat and drought resistant plants that require minimal care, while adding color and curb appeal to your home garden. ***NOTE LOCATION – Discovery Garden in Carbide Park, 4102 Main St (FM 519), La Marque, 77568***

For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065

Click here to register: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/texas-superstar-plant-series-be-a-superstar-with-perennials-pre-annual/

 

Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the program should contact the County Extension Office at least one week prior to the program or event to request assistance.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension provides equal opportunities in its programs and employment to all persons, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The Texas A&M University system, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts Cooperating.

Tagged With: Galveston County AgriLife Extension, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Horticulture, Perennials, pre-annual, Texas Superstar® plants

Urban Orchard Series: Blackberries & Blueberries for Small Yards

March 13, 2025 by jjessen

Learn how to grow blackberries and blueberries, a two for one seminar with Galveston County Master Gardener Monica Martens. Monica will present blackberry and blueberry varieties, cultivation, fertilization and maintenance. She will also share ideas for activities with kids. After the presentation, a tour of the berry plants in the Discovery Garden will follow, at about 10 am.  ***NOTE LOCATION – Discovery Garden in Carbide Park, 4102 Main St (FM 519), La Marque, 77568***

For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065

Click her to register:  https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/urban-orchard-series-blackberries-blueberries-for-small-yards-2/

 

Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the program should contact the County Extension Office at least one week prior to the program or event to request assistance.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension provides equal opportunities in its programs and employment to all persons, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The Texas A&M University system, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts Cooperating.

Tagged With: blackberries, blackberry cultivation & fertilization, blueberries, blueberry cultivation & fertilization, Galveston County AgriLife Extension, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Horticulture

POSTPONED Discovery Garden Tour by R.Fenton & Team for Texas City Afterschool Program

March 7, 2025 by afarris

This tour is for Simms Elementary School students who have been exploring plants through real life exposure to roots, stems, leaves, flowers, fruits, and seeds and learning about how plants grow and why they are critical for human survival and sustainability.

Tagged With: Discovery Garden @ Carbide Park, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gardening

Discovery Garden Tour for Clear Lake Chapter of NPSOT by F. Resch & Team

March 7, 2025 by afarris

Tagged With: Butterflies, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Native_Plants, Pollinators

Plant Propagation 101 by D. Eskins @ Nassau Bay Garden Club

March 5, 2025 by afarris

Open to Public

Tagged With: Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gardening, Propagation

Ask a MG Booths by B.Etie & Team @ FOMG Herb Fair & Luncheon

March 4, 2025 by afarris

Open to Public

Tagged With: Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gardening, Herbs

**RESCHEDULED** Backyard Composting

February 19, 2025 by jjessen

**Rescheduled to September 2025**

Galveston County Master Gardener Christie McGrath will present Backyard Composting where you’ll learn how to turn yard waste and kitchen scraps into a valuable addition to your soil. We’ll review the science behind composting, what materials are compostable and overcoming challenges.  This presentation will cover a variety of composting methods and help you determine the right one for you. For beginner and experienced composters.

For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065

 

 

Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the program should contact the County Extension Office at least one week prior to the program or event to request assistance.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension provides equal opportunities in its programs and employment to all persons, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The Texas A&M University system, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts Cooperating.

Tagged With: backyard composting, compost methods, Composting, Galveston County AgriLife Extension, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Horticulture, how to compost, use kitchen scraps for compost, use yard waste for compost

**RESCHEDULED** Texas Superstar® Plant Series: Be A Superstar With Annuals

February 19, 2025 by jjessen

**Rescheduled to a date to be determined later in 2025**

Do you love spring flowers but get frustrated that they only last a short time before succumbing to the Texas heat and humidity? Are you spending additional money replacing your annuals two or three times a year? Are low maintenance fall color annuals a priority to you? Join Galveston County Master Gardeners Patty McElhany and Stacy Mills as they discuss Texas Superstar® annuals proven to survive and thrive in our Gulf Coast climate. ***NOTE LOCATION – Discovery Garden in Carbide Park, 4102 Main St (FM 519), La Marque, 77568***

For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065

 

Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the program should contact the County Extension Office at least one week prior to the program or event to request assistance.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension provides equal opportunities in its programs and employment to all persons, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The Texas A&M University system, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts Cooperating.

Tagged With: annuals, annuals for Texas Gulf Coast, Galveston County AgriLife Extension, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Horticulture, Texas Superstar® plants

Ask a MG Booth by D. Woodbury & Team @ Jimbo’s Nursery Happy 50th

February 19, 2025 by afarris

Open to Public

Tagged With: Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gardening

Ask a MG Booth by A.Alvarez & B.Jaschek @ Coastal Point Living Spring Fling

February 19, 2025 by afarris

Open to Public

Tagged With: Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gardening

Ask a MG Booth @ Bay Area Plant Exchange Swap

February 19, 2025 by afarris

Open to Public

Tagged With: Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gardening

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Ask a MG Booth by D. Woodbury & Team @ Jimbo’s Nursery Happy 50th

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