All About Arachnids Presented by Molly Keck, Entomologist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Discover the spiders in our area, which ones to avoid, and why they matter for landscapes. Learn what makes spiders spectacular and welcome guests in the Garden. Attendees earn the chance to receive Molly's favorite spider identification guide. We will cover more than spiders - all arachnids ...
Beneficial Insects in the Garden! Presented by Molly Keck, Entomologist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service The insects around us are not all bad—many are helpful! Beneficial insects can work as predators, pollinators, and recyclers. Join Molly Keck as she describes species common to Texas, how to recognize them, and how they are beneficial in gardens. Friday, 3 November 2023 10:00 ...
Native Pollinators in the Garden Presented by Molly Keck, Entomologist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Native pollinators such as native bees, moths, and butterflies are important parts of garden ecosystems. Join entomologist Molly Keck to better understand the pollinators that are part of our daily lives and welcome native pollinators in your garden. Learn how to identify native pollinators and ...
Butterflies of San Antonio Presented by Molly Keck, Entomologist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Butterfly gardens are carefully created habitats that provide food and shelter for butterflies as well as vibrant plants. Cultivating a lively garden for butterflies to provide seasonal delight is easy and entertaining. Join Molly Keck as she teaches about the plants that butterflies are attracted to ...
Veggie Garden Pests Presented by Molly Keck, Entomologist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Get prepared for bugs and critters that are attracted to fall vegetable gardens! Join Molly to learn how to manage these pesky bugs so more of the fruits and veggies can be enjoyed! Attendees will receive complimentary seeds to plant in their own gardens. Friday, 22 September ...
30 Bugs Everyone Should Know Presented by Molly Keck, Entomologist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Not every insect in your garden is a villain. Learn how to recognize beneficial and non-beneficial bugs and insects in your landscape. Entomologist Molly Keck will discuss the most common local bugs and integrated pest management solutions to safely manage their populations in your garden. ...
Master Gardeners in the Garden: Gardening for Pollinators Presented by Liana Benavides, Bexar County Master Gardener Wednesday, April 12, 2023 10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon Hosted by San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Place San Antonio, TX 78209 Free but registration is required by April 11 at 10:00 A.M. This seminar is WaterSaver Rewards eligible. Registration 2 CEs - Code ...
Master Gardeners in the Garden: Composting Workshop Presented by Anna Vogler, Bexar County Master Gardener Wednesday, March 8, 2023 10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon Hosted by San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Place San Antonio, TX 78209 Free but registration is required by March 7 at 10:00 A.M. This seminar is WaterSaver Rewards eligible. Registration 2 CEs - Code 001 ...
Master Gardeners in the Garden: Spring Gardening Tasks Presented by Lynn Cox, Bexar County Master Gardener Wednesday, February 8, 2023 10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon Hosted by San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Place San Antonio, TX 78209 Free but registration is required by February 7 at 10:00 A.M. This seminar is WaterSaver Rewards eligible. Registration 2 CEs - Code ...
Master Gardeners in the Garden: Improving Your Soil Presented by Bill Swantner, Bexar County Master Gardener Wednesday, January 11, 2023 10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon Hosted by San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Place San Antonio, TX 78209 Free but registration is required by January 10 at 10:00 A.M. This seminar is WaterSaver Rewards eligible. Registration 2 CEs - Code ...
Basic Tree Care Presented by Marybeth Parsons, Bexar County Master Gardener Wednesday, November 9, 2022 10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon Hosted by San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Place San Antonio, TX 78209 Free but registration is required by November 8 at 10:00 A.M. This seminar is WaterSaver Rewards eligible. Registration 2 CEs - Code 001
Butterflies of Texas 101 Presented by Molly Keck, Entomologist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Join Molly Keck to learn all about the butterflies found in Texas and the San Antonio area. Guests will view preserved specimens and vivid images and participate in a guided walk to help learn species identification. Topics include identifying common butterflies, their families, flight times, ...
What’s Bugging You? Creepy Crawlies in the Garden Presented by Bill Swantner, Bexar County Master Gardener Do you have creatures crawling in your trees, chewing the leaves of your plants, or otherwise creating a creepy mess of your landscape and garden? Join Bill as he helps you identify these creepy crawlies and what to do about them. Wednesday, October ...
Due to directions from the CDC and San Antonio's current health situation, GVST's WaterSaver Landscape Design School is canceled. If you are interested in where to start to get your landscape in shape, and plants resistant to the long hot summers we have in the San Antonio area, then get ready to sign up. You will receive four full-color books ...
The San Antonio Botanical Garden is closed until further notice. Choose from 200 different species including a wide variety of native plants, succulents, grasses and butterfly-friendly plants. PRICING: 4" pots for $4; 1 gallon pots for $8; Larger pots for $15+ Admission not required to shop! Sale Hours: 9am to 5pm Plant sale dates and pricing subject to change.
The San Antonio Botanical Garden is closed until further notice. Splendor in the Garden Presents: A Magical Evening of Wonder – Gala The Splendor committee is working diligently on creating a spectacular event to celebrate the San Antonio Botanical Garden’s 40thanniversary. Plan on visiting Wednesday, May 13, 2020, for Splendor in the Garden in The Betty Kelso Center and the ...
The San Antonio Botanical Garden is closed until further notice. In late spring, the Botanical Garden will be full of butterflies sipping nectar and laying eggs. Join Patty Leslie Pasztor to learn and practice how to identify resident and migrant butterflies. Patty will also teach about native Texas plants that butterflies require for food and reproduction, as well as native ...
The San Antonio Botanical Garden is closed until further notice. This class involves hands-on opportunities to use techniques and strategies to successfully propagate plants. Mary Irish will discuss the various methods to prepare cuttings and seeds of both native and adapted plants as well as how to insure they make it to maturity. Be ready to practice! Participants will be ...
CANCELLED THE SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. Texas has over 700 species of native bees representing almost one-fifth of all the species found in the United States. Join entomologist, Jessica Beckham, to learn about the biology and ecology of native bees, the role they play in maintaining healthy ecosystems, their importance as pollinators, and what we ...
CANCELLED THE SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. It can be challenging to identify flora and fauna when exploring the natural world. Fortunately, there are effective technologies available to improve your observation skills. Biologist, Craig Hensley will teach you how to use the citizen science computer and smartphone app iNaturalist in preparation for the City Nature Challenge, ...
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