Firewise Gardening

Austin Area Garden Center - Zilker Botanical Garden 2220 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX, United States

A fire action plan saves lives and property through advance planning. Learn how to take steps to protect yourself and help first responders help you! Master Gardener Cher Coleman will … Continue Reading →

Free w/ park entrance fee

Texas Tough Plants

Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office 1600 Smith Road, Austin, TX, United States

Are you looking for colorful, low-maintenance plants for your garden?  Join us to learn about some terrific Texas native plants that can bring beauty and function to your garden while … Continue Reading →

Easy Composting with Worms!

Austin Area Garden Center - Zilker Botanical Garden 2220 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX, United States

Let these “little composters” save landfill space while turning your kitchen vegetable and fruit waste into black gold! Even if you live in an apartment you can host a small … Continue Reading →

Free w/ park entrance fee.

Garden to Kitchen – Tips for a Fresh and Tasty Harvest

Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office 1600 Smith Road, Austin, TX, United States

The best part of vegetable gardening is the harvest! Give your home‐grown vegetables the attention they deserve with proper harvesting and handling techniques. Master Gardener Patty Leander shares tips on … Continue Reading →

To Bee, or Not to Bee

Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office 1600 Smith Road, Austin, TX, United States

Come learn all about bees: anatomy, society & communication. Gather information on establishing your first hive, beekeeping equipment and integrated pest management. Master Gardener Ginny Stubblefield has been a beekeeper … Continue Reading →

Chickens in Your Backyard

Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office 1600 Smith Road, Austin, TX, United States

Are you ready for the fun and rewarding experience of keeping your own backyard chickens? Learn about planning your coop, breed selection, caring for chicks, ideas to beat boredom, diets … Continue Reading →

Preserving the Harvest

Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office 1600 Smith Road, Austin, TX, United States

Learn about the key food preservation processes; freezing, dehydration and canning. Factors related to food spoilage and the science involved in prevention will be covered along with a basic review … Continue Reading →

Water-Wise Symposium for Home Gardeners

Cepeda Branch Library 651 N Pleasant Valley Rd, Austin, TX, United States

All-Day Program Features Experts from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Travis County Master Gardener Association and the City of Austin Expanding on a popular seminar series, a Water-Wise Symposium for … Continue Reading →

free but you must register

Vertical Vegetables

Austin Area Garden Center - Zilker Botanical Garden 2220 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX, United States

Vertical structures save space, increase yields, make harvesting easier and add interest to the garden; any vegetable that vines, climbs, twirls or sprawls can be grown “up”. Master Gardener Patty Leander will share varieties of beans, cucumbers, … Continue Reading →