Tag Archives: Galveston County AgriLife Extension

Urban Orchard Series: Patio Citrus

Join Horticulture Agent Stephen Brueggerhoff and Texas Department of Agriculture Citrus Health Response Inspector Janis Teas and learn about growing citrus on the patio. Stephen will discuss container cultivation, maintenance and varieties like mandarin, satsuma, lemons and limes, and Janis will present citrus disease management, including TDA monitoring programs for citrus canker and citrus greening. 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… Read More →

You Too Can Be A Superstar Gardener

Check out Texas Superstar® plants with Galveston County Master Gardeners Sue Bain and Karen Nelson. Texas Superstar® plants thrive easily in our tough Texas environment and produce stellar blooms and fruit. Whether you are a novice or experienced gardener, you will be able to choose Superstar® plants from this presentation that can be planted in your garden beds. 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… Read More →

Nature’s Good Guys: Beneficial Insects

If you want beautiful flowers, you need MORE INSECTS! Galveston County Master Gardener and Entomology Specialist Hedy Wolpa will present information and photos on the beneficial insects we can attract to our gardens and landscaped yards to help increase flower and vegetable productions and decrease the presence of insect pests. She’ll also talk about supporting insect native habitats and life cycles using biological control methods and fewer harmful chemicals. For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065 Register online below. If special program accommodations by participants are needed, please… Read More →

Louisiana Iris

Galveston County Master Gardener Monica Martens (Ed.D.) explores growing Louisiana iris. The program presents species and hybrid types for our region, including cultivation information, how to obtain Louisiana iris and share them. You will also learn about our special collection with a tour at the Discovery Garden. Presentation: 9am – 10am Touring the irises in the garden: 10am – 10:30am Enjoy the Discovery Garden and ask additional questions about irises: until Noon ***NOTE LOCATION: Master Gardener Discovery Garden in Carbide Park, 4102 Main St (FM519), La Marque, 77568***… Read More →

Fairy Garden Workshop 2024

Spark your child’s imagination and learn to build your own Fairy Garden. Fairy gardens nurture creativity and make direct connections to our natural world. We will supply materials to make your garden fairy feel right at home. Registration fee is $25; sign up on the form below to save your place in the workshop. You will be sent a link no later than one week prior to the class to make online payment. NOTE: Workshop is limited to 24 participates = 12 pairs (1 adult and 1 child)… Read More →