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  • Preserving the Harvest

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

    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 →

  • Water-Wise Symposium for Home Gardeners

    Cepeda Branch Library 651 N Pleasant Valley Rd, Austin, TX, United States

    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 →

    free but you must register

  • Vertical Vegetables

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

    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 Beauty of Cacti and Succulents in your Garden

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

    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 →

  • 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 →

  • The 6 D’s of Container Gardening Success

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

    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 →

  • Fall Vegetable Gardening

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

    The milder days of fall create an ideal gardening environment for both garden and gardener. Now is the time to plant cool-season vegetables, including broccoli, kale, Swiss chard, lettuce, sugar snap peas and … Continue Reading →

  • The Care of Trees and Adding Roses to Your Garden

    North Village Branch Library 2505 Steck Ave, Austin, TX, United States

    Trees improve our environment, provide shelter from the hot Texas sun and add beauty to our landscapes, so keeping them healthy is extremely important. Travis County Master Gardener Wendy Buck will share … Continue Reading →

    free

  • Native and Adapted Perennials for Central Texas

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

    Perennial flowers, plants that return year-after-year, are both economical and low-maintenance. In selecting perennials for Central Texas, it is always best to choose plants that will tolerate our summer heat, … Continue Reading →

    park entry fee