Ask a MG Booth @ Bay Area Plant Exchange SWAP
Bolivar Bloomers Monthly Mtg
You Too Can Be A Superstar Gardener
Check out Texas Superstar® plants with Galveston County Master Gardeners Sue Bain and Karen Nelson. Texas Superstar® plants thrive easily in our tough Texas environment and produce stellar blooms and fruit. Whether you are a novice or experienced gardener, you will be able to choose Superstar® plants from this presentation that can be planted in your garden beds.
For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065
Click here to register: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/you-too-can-be-a-superstar-gardener/
If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.
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 of Texas Cooperating.
Nature’s Good Guys: Beneficial Insects
If you want beautiful flowers, you need MORE INSECTS! Galveston County Master Gardener and Entomology Specialist Hedy Wolpa will present information and photos on the beneficial insects we can attract to our gardens and landscaped yards to help increase flower and vegetable productions and decrease the presence of insect pests. She’ll also talk about supporting insect native habitats and life cycles using biological control methods and fewer harmful chemicals.
For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065
Click here to register: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/natures-good-guys-beneficial-insects/
If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.
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 of Texas Cooperating.
Louisiana Iris
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.
Presentation: 9am – 10am
Touring the irises in the garden: 10am – 10:30am
Enjoy the Discovery Garden and ask additional questions about irises: until Noon
***NOTE LOCATION: Master Gardener Discovery Garden in Carbide Park, 4102 Main St (FM519), La Marque, 77568***
For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065
Click here to register: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/louisiana-iris/
If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.
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 of Texas Cooperating.
Tropical Symposium @ Mercer Botanic Gardens
Ask a MG Booth @ Galveston’s Own Farmers Market
Discovery Garden Tour for Ball High School
Discovery Garden Tour for Sunshine Center Galveston
**RESCHEDULED** to March 28 – March Madness Plant Sale
**RESCHEDULED** Due to weather forecast the Galveston County Master Gardener In-Person Plant Sale is rescheduled for March 28, 2024.
Fairy Garden Workshop 2024
Spark your child’s imagination and learn to build your own Fairy Garden. Fairy gardens nurture creativity and make direct connections to our natural world. We will supply materials to make your garden fairy feel right at home. Registration fee is $25; sign up on the form below to save your place in the workshop. You will be sent a link no later than one week prior to the class to make online payment.
- NOTE:
- Workshop is limited to 24 participates = 12 pairs (1 adult and 1 child)
- Limiting registration for children age 6 to 12 years old
- You must pre-register in order to attend.
*Cancellation requests made 24 hours in advance of time of event will receive refund minus Square fees. No refunds for cancellations less than 24 hours from time of event.
For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065
Click here to register: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/fall-fairy-garden-workshop-2024/
If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.
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 of Texas Cooperating.
Ask a MG Booth @ Friendswood Garden Emporium
Begonia Society Monthly Mtg
Ask a MG Booth @ Galveston’s Own Farmers Market
MG Booths at Friends of Moody Gardens Herb Fair
Ask a MG Booth @ OLLI Gardening Symposium
Vegetable Garden Series: Cucumbers, Squash and Melons
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 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 on program call 281-309-5065
Click here to register: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/vegetable-garden-series-cucumbers-squash-and-melons/
If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.
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 of Texas Cooperating.
Vegetable Garden Series: Tomato Stress Management, Pt. 3 of 3
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 on program call 281-309-5065
Click here to register: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/vegetable-garden-series-tomato-stress-management-pt-3-of-3/
If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.
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 of Texas Cooperating.
Vegetable Garden Series: Peppers
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
Click here to register: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/vegetable-garden-series-peppers/
If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.
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 of Texas Cooperating.
Urban Orchard Series: Growing Avocados
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.
For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065
Click here to register: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/urban-orchard-series-growing-avocados-2/
If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.
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 of Texas Cooperating.
Texas City Garden Club Monthly Mtg
Vegetable Garden Series: Irish Potatoes
Galveston County Master Gardener Kevin Lancon presents success growing Irish potatoes in your home garden. This presentation is for beginners and seasoned potato gardeners alike. Kevin will focus on different winning varieties for our area, best practices for maximum production, and a few facts and myths about potato gardening. In addition, Family and Community Health Extension Agent Ginger Benson will cover health and nutritional information, a few culinary tips and delicious recipes, ways to enjoy fresh homegrown potatoes, and a fun food demonstration.
For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065
Click here to register: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/vegetable-garden-series-irish-potatoes/
If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program.
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 of Texas Cooperating.
Urban Orchard Series: Pruning and Propagating Fig Trees
Explore best methods pruning and propagating fig trees with Galveston County Master Gardener Barbara Canetti. Barbara 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.
***NOTE LOCATION: Master Gardener Discovery Garden in Carbide Park, 4102 Main St (FM519), La Marque, 77568***
For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065
Click here to register: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/urban-orchard-series-pruning-and-propagating-fig-trees/