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Growing Tomatoes from Seed – Growing Great Tomatoes, Part 1 of 3

Galveston County Extension Office 4102-B Main Street, La Marque, TX, United States

Do you want to learn how to grow great tomatoes? This is the first in a series of three programs presented by Galveston County Master Gardener Ira Gervais on learning all about how to grow great tomatoes here in Galveston County. Part 1 will cover learning how to grow tomatoes from seeds and where to obtain seeds and supplies needed to start and grow your seedlings. Discussion topics include how to pick the best seed varieties for Galveston County, seed starting methods, growing techniques and preparing your starter... Read More →

Wedge Grafting

Galveston County Extension Office 4102-B Main Street, La Marque, TX, United States

Master Gardeners Hazel Lampton, Debbie Espinosa, and Herman Auer will discuss the how, when, & why of wedge, whip and tongue, and chip bud method grafting. This hands-on program will give you choices to graft stone fruit, pome and evergreen fruit trees. The possibilities are endless when you know how to graft your own fruit trees! ***NOTE: Class is limited to 20 persons participating. You must pre-register in order to attend. Other persons may attend for observation only.*** Registration is required. If special program accommodations by participants are... Read More →

Planting Fruit Trees

Galveston County Extension Office 4102-B Main Street, La Marque, TX, United States

Master Gardeners Hazel Lampton, Debbie Espinosa, and Herman Auer will present information to help you plant your desired fruit trees to ensure a long, productive life with a well-anchored root system. With over 50 years of combined experiences these instructors will show you there is no limit to what your fruit trees can do…you don’t want to miss this program! Registration is required. If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than five days before the program.

Fruit Tree Selections

Galveston County Extension Office 4102-B Main Street, La Marque, TX, United States

Master Gardeners Hazel Lampton, Debbie Espinosa, and Herman Auer will present information to help you plant your desired fruit trees to ensure a long, productive life with a well-anchored root system. With over 50 years of combined experiences these instructors will show you there is no limit to what your fruit trees can do…you don’t want to miss this program! Registration is required. If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than five days before the program.

Growing Great Tomatoes, Part 2 of 3

Galveston County Extension Office 4102-B Main Street, La Marque, TX, United States

This is part two of the three part program on Growing Great Tomatoes by Galveston County Master Gardener Ira Gervais. Ira reveals his secrets of successful planting and production of great tomatoes. Learn about the various varieties that do well in this area, making your selections, when to transplant your seedlings and various growing techniques. Information on soil requirements, needed nutrients and the temperature ranges for best tomato fruit set. With this knowledge, you can become the tomato king on your street and be challenged by your friends.... Read More →