• 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 →

  • 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 →

  • 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
  • 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.
  • Using Water Wisely – Demonstration Field Day

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

    Learn about the entire spectrum of water saving solutions from high tech to no tech at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office Demonstration Field Day in Austin.  You determine the … Continue Reading →

    free
  • All About Roses

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

    Incorporate user friendly roses into your new or existing garden plans! Travis County Master Gardener Cher Coleman has 30 years’ experience in the use of roses in a landscape. She will … Continue Reading →

  • Zilker Garden Festival

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

    Zilker Botanical Garden 2220 Barton Springs Rd, Austin 78746 Saturday: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm Sunday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Stop by the Travis County Master Gardener’s vendor tent … Continue Reading →

  • East Austin Garden Fair 2017

    A Passion for Plants: An East Austin Garden Fair Parque Zaragoza Recreation Center 2608 Gonzales Street, Austin, TX 78702 Rain or Shine – come enjoy this great event. Ask the … Continue Reading →