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 →

2018 East Austin Garden Fair

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

PARQUE ZARAGOZA RECREATION CENTER 2608 GONZALES STREET, AUSTIN, TX 78702 RAIN OR SHINE – COME ENJOY THIS GREAT EVENT. ASK THE EXPERTS AND GET GARDEN IDEAS. KID-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES! Free Admission … 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 →

Creating Sustainable Designs with Permaculture

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

Permaculture looks to the flows of nature, such as the sun, wind, and water, as the foundation of design to create regenerative systems that are both productive and beautiful. Its design principles integrate … Continue Reading →

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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 →

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Demonstration Garden Open House and Plant Sale

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

The Travis County AgriLife Extension Service will be hosting its annual Demonstration Garden Open House and Plant Sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on October 20, 2018. Daphne Richards, Travis … Continue Reading →

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