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  • Photography in the Garden

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

    Learn how to take plant pictures with impact –namely composition and lighting.  This seminar will begin with an overview of cameras (film & digital), lenses and composition.  Course prerequisites:  study … Continue Reading →

  • Backyard Basics – Natural Pest Control

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

    Come to learn how to tell pests from other insects found in your backyard.  We will focus on integrated pest management to avoid many problem pests you may experience. Wizzie … Continue Reading →

  • 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 →

  • Backyard Basics – Bold and Beautiful Edibles

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

    Come join us to learn about edible plants with ornamental potential for Central Texas landscapes. We’re talking artichokes, asparagus, rhubarb, strawberries, herbs and more. Some are perennials, some are annuals, … Continue Reading →

  • Beekeeping 101: What’s the Buzz?

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

    December 10, 2015 Travis County Extension Office Cost: $15.00 Must RSVP by December 9, 2015 at 2 PM (Central time) RSVP to  sacarrasco@ag.tamu.edu you will receive a confirmation email once you … Continue Reading →

  • Compost for Beginners

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

    Compost isn't just a pile of dead leaves! It's a vital community of microorganisms that work to add vital nutrients, moisture, and structure to your soil. Travis County Master Gardener … Continue Reading →

  • Texas First Detector

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

    “See something, say something”…a program that gardeners can use to improve observation skills detecting invasive pest (insects) and diseases such as the brown marmorated stink bug and rose rosette (see … Continue Reading →

  • Effects on Insect Ecology: How You Can Help

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

    The talk covers why insects and other arthropods are important to humans and other animals, how drought impacts various insect groups and how people can help attract and keep insects … 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 →