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Discovery Garden: Open Garden Days

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The Discovery Garden is a 4-acre demonstration garden promoting best practices in home horticulture. Public Hours are weekly every Thursday from 9am to 11am; except holidays and severe weather events. We welcome all residents and visitors.

You can explore vegetables to ornamental gardens, Earth-Kind Garden to Pollinator Habitat Garden, seasonal vegetable research and ongoing aquaponics program, and Urban Orchard programs featuring citrus, peach, fig, pear and plum trees. We offer workshops and demonstrations through hands-on learning at our garden for the benefit of our community

Amazing Succulent Plants 2024

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Succulent plants delight with unique shapes, vibrant colors and ease of care. Join Galveston County Master Gardener Patricia Martin, presenting her favorite succulent plants including Euphorbia, Haworthia and Aloe species. You will learn about soil and water needs, container planting and propagation, and home care.

For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065

Click here to register: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/amazing-succulent-plants-2024/

 

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.

Urban Orchard Series: Blackberries & Blueberries for Small Yards

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Learn how to grow blackberries and blueberries in the backyard garden, a two-for-one seminar with Galveston County Master Gardener Monica Martens, (Ed.D). Monica will present blackberry and blueberry varieties, cultivation, fertilization and maintenance. She will also share activity ideas for families with children.

Presentation: 10am – 11am

Tour of berries & conversation in the garden: 11am – 12:00pm

***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-blackberries-blueberries-for-small-yards/

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 Series Event: Tomato Tasting in the Gardens

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Ain’t nothing like a homegrown tomato! Join Galveston County Master Gardeners as we celebrate tomato culture from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. We welcome the public for a tomato tasting and contest to vote for best in show. We will also present our tomato research results to help you improve growing your homegrown tomatoes. Note this event will be held rain or shine.

For additional questions on program 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.
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: Patio Citrus

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Join Horticulture Agent Stephen Brueggerhoff and Texas Department of Agriculture Citrus Health Response Inspector Janis Teas and learn about growing citrus on the patio. Stephen will discuss container cultivation, maintenance and varieties like mandarin, satsuma, lemons and limes, and Janis will present citrus disease management, including TDA monitoring programs for citrus canker and citrus greening.

For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065

Click here to register: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/urban-orchard-series-patio-citrus/

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.

You Too Can Be A Superstar Gardener

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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

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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

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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.