Master Gardener Training Information Session

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

Are you interested in becoming a Travis County Master Gardener? If so, it’s time to apply! In order to receive an application, you must attend one of our information sessions. … Continue Reading →

Best Culinary Herbs for Austin

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

Make meals more flavorful by growing your own herbs.  Mild or savory herbs are delicate while pungent herbs add zest. Master Gardener Judith Craft will talk about the best herbs to … Continue Reading →

Pond Basics – the Big, Bad and Beautiful

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

Come learn about the steps of building a pond in your backyard and the best tips for success. Jeannie Farrier, Austin Pond Society Board Member and 2014 President, and also … Continue Reading →

Backyard Basics – Backyard Chickens

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? Ally Stresing will help you get started with this informative talk on raising the home … Continue Reading →

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Photography in the Garden

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

Learn how to take plant pictures with impact –namely composition and lighting.  This seminar will begin with an overview of cameras (film & digital), lenses and composition.  Course prerequisites:  study … Continue Reading →

Backyard Basics – Natural Pest Control

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

Come to learn how to tell pests from other insects found in your backyard.  We will focus on integrated pest management to avoid many problem pests you may experience. Wizzie … Continue Reading →

Backyard Basics – Plant Propagation

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

Learn how to make new plants for your yard through propagation methods such as rooting slips and cuttings. In this workshop you will assemble a self-watering propagator and select cuttings … Continue Reading →

Inside Austin Gardens Tour

The Travis County Master Gardeners Association has set Saturday, October 17, 2015 for their popular Inside Austin Gardens Tour (IAGT). The tour provides a rare look inside six private gardens … Continue Reading →

Backyard Basics – Bold and Beautiful Edibles

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

Come join us to learn about edible plants with ornamental potential for Central Texas landscapes. We’re talking artichokes, asparagus, rhubarb, strawberries, herbs and more. Some are perennials, some are annuals, … Continue Reading →

Compost for Beginners

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

Compost isn't just a pile of dead leaves! It's a vital community of microorganisms that work to add vital nutrients, moisture, and structure to your soil. Travis County Master Gardener … Continue Reading →