Travis County Master Gardeners Association
An educational, non-profit, service corporation which renders non-biased horticultural information to the community.
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
The first step to successful gardening in Central Texas is to choose the right plants. The next step is to combine them in ways that they thrive with each other … Continue Reading →
Cacti and succulents can add an appealing and compelling look to your garden. These water-wise plants work well in plantings together, thanks to sharing similar features and preferred conditions. Along … Continue Reading →
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 →
Whether you want winter color or summer vegetables, you can grow it in containers. The session covers the major considerations and decisions that lead to gardening success – from design … Continue Reading →