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Veggie Garden Series: Cucumbers, Squash and Melons

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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.

Seminar: Earth-Kind Landscaping for Garden Success

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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.

Veggie Garden Series: Tomato Stress Management

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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.

Urban Orchard Series: Wedge Grafting

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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.

Herbs for the Gulf Coast Garden 2022

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

Growing Tomatoes from Seed – Gulf Coast Gardening Seminar

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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.

Bakcyard Citrus – Gulf Coast Gardening Series Seminar

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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.

Onions and Garlic – Gulf Coast Gardening Series

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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.

Growing Upwards: Vertical Gardening

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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.

Fabulous Figs! – Gulf Coast Gardening seminar

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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 varieties.

Registration is required.

To register and for more information: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/fabulous-figs/

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

Arranging Fresh & Artificial Flowers – Gulf Coast Gardening seminar

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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: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/arranging-flowers/

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

Summer Pruning Fruit Trees

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Summer pruning fruit trees is a must to maintain tree health and promote next year’s production. Join Texas Master Gardener Robert Marshall and Extension Horticulture Agent Stephen Brueggerhoff to learn best methods for pruning peach, pear and plum. Included is a review of fruit tree species growth and habit, open center versus central leader pruning, and general maintenance tips. Half the program is presented indoors, remaining program will be hands-on pruning in the Discovery Garden orchard in Carbide Park. Bring your personal hand-pruning shears. Registration is required.

For more information and to register: https://galveston.agrilife.org/event/summer-pruning-fruit-trees/

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

Plumeria Propagation Workshop

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Galveston County Master Gardener Loretta Osteen will lead a hands-on workshop demonstrating the propagation methods for Plumeria from cuttings and seeds. You’ll also learn how to make a Hawaiian Lei with Plumeria blooms.
***NOTE LOCATION: Master Gardener Discovery Garden in Carbide Park, 4102 Main St (FM519), La Marque, 77568***

Registration is closed as we have reached capacity.
***Class size will be limited to 12 participants***

For more information: https://www.facebook.com/galvcountymg

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