Join us at noon on the patio in the IDEA Garden at the Tyler Botanical Gardens on the First Tuesday in September, October, and November for our Fall gardening series of programs. Seating is limited, so you may want to bring a lawn chair. The lectures usually run about 30 - 40 minutes, followed by... Read More →
Join us at the 2023 East Texas Fruit, Nut, & Vegetable Conference on January 13, 2023. We'll explore growing figs in Texas, muscadines and bunch grapes, feeding a family from a home garden and much, much more. Where: Cross Brand Cowboy Church, 11915 FM 2015, Tyler, 75708. When: January 13, 2023 from 8:00 am -... Read More →
Dr. Andrew King, "Something old, Something new: Exciting new plants from one of Texas' oldest nurseries". Andrew King, a fourth generation East Texas nursery professional, will share many exciting new annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees for the East Texas garden. In addition to introducing the plants, Andrew will share stories and tips about each species... Read More →
Andie Rathbone, "Prep Now for a Beautiful Garden Later" Learn from a Smith County Master Gardener what you can do in our colder winter months to ensure a beautiful garden when spring arrives.
Elizabeth Waldrop, "The Physic: Gardens that Heal, Gardens that Harm: A Smith County Master Gardener gives and exploration of Physic Gardens, natural medicine both ancient and modern, and the plants that have been panacea and poison through time.
The Cherokee County Master Gardener association is sponsoring a Spring Conference that will cover vegetable gardening in North Texas, native plants, and more. When: March 25, 2023 Where: First Christian Church, 1920 Beaumont St., Jacksonville, Tx Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Tickets are $20 payable in cash or check at the door. For more... Read More →
Balance conservation and production on small acreage properties at this FREE program sponsored by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Lone Star Healthy Streams. When: April 4, 2023 Time: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Where: Liberty Hall, 805 E. Main St. Nacogdoches, Texas 78155 Learn about small acreage conservation, backyard poultry, gardening in East Texas, sheep &... Read More →
Experience an exclusive private tour of the Pyron Garden in the Historic Tyler Azalea District. Tour groups will be led by Smith County Horticulturist Greg Grant and former Smith County Horticulturist, Emeritus Keith Hansen featuring specific information regarding plants that thrive in East Texas. When: April 11, 2023, Thursday Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm... Read More →
Texas A&M Extension service is offering a FREE Viticulture & Enology learning opportunity covering wine growing pest and disease management, as well as ways to sustain and improve wine quality for North Texas Vineyards. When: April 21, 2023 Where: Hidden Hangar Vineyard & Winery, 273 Middle Rd. Denison, Tx 75021 Time: 8:30 am - 1:00... Read More →
This hands-on workshop will provide a thorough understanding of the art and science behind this form of propagation. Attendees will be able to take home several grafter fruit trees! Training will include detailed demonstration and hands-on practice. Participants are asked to bring their own pruners & grafting knife if possible. Space is limited to 30... Read More →
