Tag Archives: Horticulture

Herb Series: Culinary Herbs & Edible Flowers

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Bring flavor and beauty from your garden into your kitchen! Join Galveston County Master Gardeners Donna Merritt and Briana Etie for their latest herb seminar and discover secrets chefs use to spice up food, while adding beauty and nutritional value. They will also introduce the delightful possibilities of edible flowers to use in salads, desserts and candies. 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… Read More →

Texas Superstar® Plant Series: Be a Superstar with Annuals

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Do you love spring flowers but get frustrated when they only last a short time before succumbing to the Texas heat and humidity? Are you spending additional money replacing your annuals two or three times a year? Are low maintenance fall color annuals a priority to you? Join Galveston County Master Gardeners Patty McElhany and Stacy Mills as they discuss Texas Superstar® annuals proven to survive and thrive in our Gulf Coast climate. ***NOTE LOCATION – Discovery Garden in Carbide Park, 4102 Main St (FM 519), La Marque,… Read More →

Vegetable Garden Series: Fall Vegetables

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Galveston County Master Gardener Gene Speller will present a program on growing Cruciferous and other leafy vegetables normally grown during fall and winter months. The list includes popular varieties of broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, collards, kale, mustard and turnip greens.  Other leafy vegetables include several varieties of lettuce, spinach and Swiss chard.  A discussion of applicable pest management practices is also included.  Many of the vegetables discussed in this program will be offered for sale as transplants at the Galveston County Master Gardener Annual Fall Festival &… Read More →

Vegetable Garden Series: Onions & Garlic

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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 →

Herb Series: Herbs for the Health of It

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Join Galveston County Master Gardeners Donna Merritt and Briana Etie for an enlightening seminar where ancient wisdom meets modern wellness. Learn how to use everyday herbs to boost immunity, reduce stress, and enhance vitality. 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 AgriLife Extension provides equal opportunities in its programs and employment to… Read More →