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Open Garden Day: Garden with the Masters and Louisiana Iris

March 15, 2023 by stephenbrueggerhoff

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 Carbide Park, 4102 Main St, La Marque, TX 77568***

For additional questions on program visit:  https://galveston.agrilife.org/horticulture/  or call 281-309-5065

If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.

Tagged With: Galveston County Extension Horticulture, Galveston County Master Gardeners, garden tours, louisiana iris, Open garden day

Urban Orchard Series: Grafting Pecans

March 15, 2023 by stephenbrueggerhoff

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 the following website: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/urban-orchard-series-grafting-pecans/

  • Registration deadline is April 13, 2023 at 3 p.m.
  • Note: If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.

Tagged With: Galveston County Extension Horticulture, Galveston County Master Gardeners, grafting, pecans, Urban Orchard Series

Veggie Garden Series: Peppers

March 15, 2023 by stephenbrueggerhoff

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 special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.

Tagged With: Galveston County Extension Horticulture, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Peppers, Veggie Garden Series

Louisiana Iris for the Gulf Coast Garden

March 15, 2023 by stephenbrueggerhoff

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 Discovery Garden in Carbide Park, 4102 Main Street, La Marque, TX 77568***

For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065. Register at the following website: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/louisiana-iris-for-the-gulf-coast-garden/

  • Registration deadline is March 30, 2023 at 3 p.m.
  • Note: If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.

Tagged With: Galveston County Extension Horticulture, Galveston County Master Gardeners, louisiana iris

Veggie Garden Series: Cucumbers, Squash and Melons

February 13, 2023 by stephenbrueggerhoff

Galveston County Master Gardener Kevin Lancon presents best methods to grow cucumbers, squash and melons in your home garden. The seminar offers different varieties for garden success, best practices for maximum production, methods of trellising and how to deal with specific insects and diseases. There will also be health and nutritional information, culinary tips, delicious recipes and ways to enjoy your fresh veggies.

For additional questions about the program, call: 281-309-5065. Register at the following website: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/veggie-garden-series-cucumbers-squash-and-melons/

  • Registration deadline is March 16, 2023 at 3 p.m.
  • Note: If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.

Tagged With: cucumbers, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gulf Coast Gardening Seminars, melons, squash, Veggie Garden Series

Seminar: Earth-Kind Landscaping for Garden Success

February 13, 2023 by stephenbrueggerhoff

Explore Earth-Kind Landscaping practices with Horticulture Agent Stephen Brueggerhoff and Galveston County Master Gardener Judy Anderson.  Stephen will present basic landscape design methods you can use planning your home landscape, and Stephen and Judy will take us on a tour of the Earth-Kind Garden at our Discovery Garden.

*Registration is required.  Class is limited to 25 participants.*

The lecture and tour will be at the Discovery Garden in Carbide Park, 4102 Main Street, La Marque, TX

For additional questions about the program, call: 281-309-5065. Register at the following website: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/earth-kind-landscaping-for-garden-success/

  • Registration deadline is March 16, 2023 at 3 p.m.
  • Note: If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.

Tagged With: Earth-Kind Landscaping, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gulf Coast Gardening Seminars, landscape design

March Madness at the Garden Plant Sale

February 13, 2023 by stephenbrueggerhoff

MARCH MADNESS PLANT SALE !

Come to our Discovery Garden, 4102 Main Street, La Marque for an in-person plant sale. Featuring Master Gardener grown plants, perennials, spring vegetables, peppers & herbs.

Shop 9am to 12pm, March 23, 2023.

Visit the Galveston County Master Gardeners’ online store for more details:  https://store.galvestonmg.org

Tagged With: Galveston County Master Gardeners, Herbs, Master Gardener Grown, Peppers, Plant Sales, Vegetables

Veggie Garden Series: Tomato Stress Management

February 8, 2023 by stephenbrueggerhoff

Do you want to learn how to grow great tomatoes? This is the third in a series by Galveston County Master Gardener Ira Gervais, learning about growing great tomatoes in Galveston County. Program overview includes identifying tomato diseases and insect stress, and how to minimize them to increase yields.

For additional questions about the program, call: 281-309-5065. Register at the following website: https://galveston.agrilife.org/horticulture/

  • Registration deadline is March 9, 2023 at 1 p.m.
  • Note: If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.

Tagged With: Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gulf Coast Gardening Seminars, tomato culture, Veggie Garden Series

Urban Orchard Series: Pruning Pear Trees

January 25, 2023 by stephenbrueggerhoff

Join Galveston County Master Gardeners Robert Marshall and Herman Auer for a hands-on pear tree pruning workshop. We will include tree pruning form (open vs. central leader), branch training and what not to prune, and best time of year to prune for successful fruit production and harvest.

The program will be delivered at our research orchard at the Discovery Garden in Carbide Park, 4102 Main Street, La Marque. For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065. Register at the following website: https://galveston.agrilife.org/horticulture/

  • Registration deadline is February 21, 2023 at 1 p.m.
  • Note: If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.

Tagged With: Galveston County Extension Horticulture, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Pears, pruning fruit trees, Urban Orchard Series

Urban Orchard Series: Avocados

January 25, 2023 by stephenbrueggerhoff

Galveston County Master Gardener Hazel Lampton, a gardener with years of experience growing avocados, will provide a program featuring the best varieties for our area of the Gulf Coast. She will cover how to start plants from seeds, as well as tips on tree planting, and cultivation methods for growing avocados. Discover the best methods to protect plants from cold and sun, especially vital for young trees.

Program location is at the Discovery Garden in Carbide Park, 4102 Main Street, La Marque. For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065.

Register at the following website: https://galveston.agrilife.org/horticulture/

  • Registration deadline is February 16, 2023 at 1 p.m.
  • Note: If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.

Tagged With: avocadoes, Galveston County Extension Horticulture, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Urban Orchard Series

Urban Orchard Series: Growing Peaches

January 25, 2023 by stephenbrueggerhoff

Master Gardener Herman Auer, an avid gardener with over 50 years of experience growing stone fruit in Galveston County, will guide you through what it takes to grow peaches. Learn the better variety selections (both white and yellow flesh) for Galveston County, what to look for when buying your peach or other stone fruit tree, and the best planting locations (think drainage). Topics discussed will include chill hours, rootstock, pruning to shape for air flow, production, thinning methods that lead to larger fruit, and diseases & insects.

For additional questions about the program, call: 281-309-5065. Register at the following website: https://galveston.agrilife.org/horticulture/

  • Registration deadline is February 10, 2023 at 12 p.m.
  • Note: If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.

Tagged With: Galveston County Extension Horticulture, Galveston County Master Gardeners, peaches, Urban Orchard Series

CANCELLED: Veggie Garden Series – Irish Potatoes

January 25, 2023 by stephenbrueggerhoff

Due to low registration, this program has been cancelled. We thank you for your interest, and keep informed about upcoming programs at our Galveston County Master Gardener’s website – https://txmg.org/galveston/

Tagged With: Galveston County AgriLife Extension, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Irish Potatoes, Veggie Garden Series

Ready, Set, Spring! Online Plant Sale

January 12, 2023 by stephenbrueggerhoff

READY, SET, SPRING! ONLINE PLANT SALE

Choose from hundreds of plants adapted to the Texas Gulf Coast growing area.  Fruit & citrus trees, tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, lilies, and perennials will be available.

Browse online starting February 3

Shop NOON TO NOON Feb 10 – Feb 11 online & schedule a curbside pick-up time.

Visit the Galveston County Master Gardeners’ online store for more details:  https://store.galvestonmg.org

Tagged With: blooms and bulbs, Citrus, Gal, Galveston County Master Gardeners, online plant sale, Plant Sales

Urban Orchard Series: Propagating Fig Trees

December 19, 2022 by stephenbrueggerhoff

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 1 p.m.
  • Note: If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.

Tagged With: figs, Galveston County AgriLife Extension, Galveston County Master Gardeners, urban orchard

Urban Orchard Series: Growing Pecans at Home

December 19, 2022 by stephenbrueggerhoff

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 no later than 10 days before the program.i

Tagged With: Galveston County AgriLife Extension, Galveston County Master Gardeners, pecan culture, Urban Orchard Series

Urban Orchard Series: Wedge Grafting

December 19, 2022 by stephenbrueggerhoff

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 your own fruit trees!

***NOTE: Class is limited to 20 persons participating. You must pre-register in order to attend. Other persons may attend for observation only.***

To register and more information: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/urban-orchard-series-wedge-grafting/, 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 no later than 10 days before the program.

Tagged With: Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gulf Coast Gardening Seminars, Urban Orchard Series

Growing Tomatoes from Seed – Gulf Coast Gardening Seminar

July 6, 2022 by stephenbrueggerhoff

         

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 and supplies, and more needed to start and grow your seedlings. Discussion topics include how to pick the best seed varieties for Galveston County, seed starting methods, growing techniques and preparing your starter plants for spring garden planting. Registration is required.

To register and for more information: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/growing-tomatoes-from-seed-2/

If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than five days before the program.

Tagged With: Galveston County Extension Horticulture, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gulf Coast Gardening Seminars, tomato culture, tomato seed

Going Nuts for Pecans – Gulf Coast Gardening Seminar

July 6, 2022 by stephenbrueggerhoff

Join Horticulture Agent Stephen Brueggerhoff, presenting pecan cultivation and tree maintenance in Galveston County. We will also exhibit award winning pecans and distribute ribbons for winners of the 2022 Galveston County Pecan Show. Registration is required.

For more information: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/going-nuts-for-pecans-gulf-coast-gardening-seminar/

If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than five days before the program.

Tagged With: Galveston County AgriLife Extension, Galveston County Master Gardeners, pecan culture, pecan show

Blooms and Bulbs Sale

July 6, 2022 by stephenbrueggerhoff

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 days before the program.

Tagged With: blooms and bulbs, Galveston County AgriLife Extension, Galveston County Master Gardeners, online plant sale, Plant Sales

Bakcyard Citrus – Gulf Coast Gardening Series Seminar

July 6, 2022 by stephenbrueggerhoff

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 contact the Extension Office no later than five days before the program.

Tagged With: Citrus, Galveston County AgriLife Extension, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gulf Coast Gardening Seminars

Galveston County Master Gardener Fall Festival

July 6, 2022 by stephenbrueggerhoff

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, crafts and more!
  • Discovery Garden Tours
  • Hourly garden seminars
  • Extension programs: take a ride on the blender bike to learn about nutrition; Ask a Master Gardener booth for plant questions; sea turtle conservation activity for the kiddo’s, and more!

To find out more: https://galveston.agrilife.org/ or call 281-534-3413

If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than five days before the program.

Tagged With: Galveston Bay Area Chapter, Galveston County 4-H, Galveston County Ag & Natural Resources, Galveston County AgriLife Extension, Galveston County Family & Community Health, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Plant Sales, Texas Master Naturalists

T-Bud Grafting – Gulf Coast Gardening Seminar

July 6, 2022 by stephenbrueggerhoff

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, please contact the Extension Office no later than five days before the program.

Tagged With: Galveston County AgriLife Extension, Galveston County Master Gardeners, T-bud grafting, urban orchard

Onions and Garlic – Gulf Coast Gardening Series

July 6, 2022 by stephenbrueggerhoff

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 no later than five days before the program.

Tagged With: fall gardening, Galveston County Extension Horticulture, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gulf Coast Gardening Seminars, onions and garlic, vegetable gardening

Growing Upwards: Vertical Gardening

July 6, 2022 by stephenbrueggerhoff

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 participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than five days before the program.

Tagged With: Galveston County Extension Horticulture, Galveston County Master Gardeners, Gulf Coast Gardening Seminars, vertical gardening

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Louisiana Iris for the Gulf Coast Garden

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Urban Orchard Series: Grafting Pecans

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