Tag Archives: Galveston County AgriLife Extension

Vegetable Garden Series: Onions and Garlic 2024

Galveston County Master Gardener Kevin Lancon will highlight best practices successfully growing bulb onions and garlic. Additional information on health and wellness benefits of each will be presented as well as a few recipes and ways to utilize both onions and garlic in cooking and possibly a tasting item or two. Kevin will share his experience of growing onions and garlic with a number of tips and tricks to maximize results including specific variety selections that perform well in Galveston County. For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065… Read More →

Amazing Succulent Plants 2024

Succulent plants delight with unique shapes, vibrant colors and ease of care. Join Galveston County Master Gardener Patricia Martin, presenting her favorite succulent plants including Euphorbia, Haworthia and Aloe species. You will learn about soil and water needs, container planting and propagation, and home care. For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065 Register online below.   Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the program should contact the County Extension Office at least one week prior to the program or event to request assistance. Texas A&M… Read More →

Urban Orchard Series: Blackberries & Blueberries for Small Yards

Learn how to grow blackberries and blueberries in the backyard garden, a two-for-one seminar with Galveston County Master Gardener Monica Martens, (Ed.D). Monica will present blackberry and blueberry varieties, cultivation, fertilization and maintenance. She will also share activity ideas for families with children. Presentation: 10am – 11am Tour of berries & conversation in the garden: 11am – 12:00pm ***NOTE LOCATION: Master Gardener Discovery Garden in Carbide Park, 4102 Main St (FM519), La Marque, 77568*** For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065 Register online below. If special program accommodations… Read More →

Galveston County Master Gardener IN-PERSON Plant Sale

MARCH MADNESS PLANT SALE AT THE DISCOVERY GARDEN March 28, from 9 am to 1 pm. An in-person sale featuring Master Gardener grown plants, perennials, spring vegetables, peppers and herbs. Tomatoes, huge assortment of hot and sweet peppers, including blackberries (Ouachita and PrimeArk Freedom), Texas Everbearing figs and Cara Cara oranges. Compost, fertilizer and tomato cages to boot! Come see what we are growing and visit with Galveston County Master Gardeners! Plant Sale inventory will be available online after Sunday, March 17, at the GCMGA Store: https://galvestonmg.square.site/.  Shop… Read More →

Beautiful Blooms: Plumeria Seminar 2024

Celebrate growing plumerias with Loretta Osteen, Galveston County Master Gardener. Loretta will share her expertise successfully growing outstanding trees known for breathtaking flowers. For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065 Register online below. If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please contact the Extension Office no later than two weeks before the program. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension provides equal opportunities in its programs and employment to all persons, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity…. Read More →