Lawn Maintenance for Water Conservation

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

When there are drought conditions in Central Texas, landscape plants become water-stressed so it’s important to look at how you are caring for your lawn to help it survive.  Learn … Continue Reading →

59th Annual Zilker Garden Festival

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

Visit the Travis County Master Gardeners at the Festival! For over 50 years, the annual Zilker Garden Festival has been a one-stop, garden shopping destination when spring arrives in Austin … Continue Reading →

Rainwater Harvesting for Landscape Use

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

Take advantage of a rainwater collection system to help your landscape, trees and lawn survive Central Texas’ drought conditions. Master Gardener Ed Parken will discuss ways to collect rain, how … Continue Reading →

East Austin Garden Fair 2016

Parque Zaragoza Recreation Center Parque Zaragoza Recreation Center 2608 Gonzales Street, Austin, TX, United States

Ask the experts and get garden ideas. Kid-friendly activities! Free Admission Free Plants Free Garden books, magazines and seed catalogs Free Soil Screening for food gardeners  – Bring a 2-cup … Continue Reading →

Free

Tree Care

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

Many trees are stressed by prolonged periods of hot, dry weather. Selecting trees that use water efficiently is one way to make your landscape more resistant to drought. Learn about … Continue Reading →

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.

Growing Green in Austin

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

Grow Green is an education program that promotes sustainable landscaping practices. It addresses water quality and conservation, recycling, and an Integrated Pest Management philosophy, which encourages the least‐toxic way to … 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 →