Galveston County Master Gardener Robert Marshall’s presentation will feature the following topics:  variety selection of citrus trees that grow well in this area, root stocks, nutrients, disease (citrus canker and citrus greening), insect problems, control of birds and critters, and freeze protection.  Marshall has years of experience in many facets of growing and propagating citrus trees in this area.  Many of the citrus trees included in the presentation will be offered for sale as transplants at the Galveston County Master Gardener Fall Plant Sale on October 12.

***NOTE LOCATION: Friendswood Public Library, 416 S. Friendswood Drive, Friendswood 77546.***

We ask that you pre-register so we can ensure there is an adequate number of handouts. To register for a program, please call 281-309-5065 or e-mail galvcountymgs@gmail.com  Check the website for details and updates: http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/galveston/

If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than five days before the program.