The following Master Gardener Programs are free to the public.
For course reservations, telephone 281-309-5065 or email: galvcountymgs@gmail.com
Website: http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/galveston/index.html
A HOMEOWNER’S GUIDE TO WEED CONTROL
Tuesday, March 3, 2020 email: galvcountymgs@gmail.com to pre-register
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Galveston County Master Gardener John Jons’ presentation will include common species identification, Integrated Weed Management plus chemical options and practical solutions for controlling weeds in the home landscape. Do you have a bumper crop of something growing in your yard that you did not plant? Is your lawn more weeds than grass? Come learn what you can do about the problem weeds that are taking over your yard.
HERBS FOR THE GULF COAST
Saturday, March 7, 2020 email: galvcountymgs@gmail.com to pre-register
9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Galveston County Master Gardener Briana Etie will present this program showcasing herbs that grow well in the Gulf Coast garden. She will also share growing tips, herb uses and preservation techniques. Etie is a grower and a user of herbs.
KITCHEN GARDENING
Saturday, March 7, 2020 email: galvcountymgs@gmail.com to pre-register
1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Presented by Galveston County Master Gardener Mary Demeny. There will be discussion on vegetable gardening in your own backyard. Gardening on a smaller scale and making use of vegetables inter-planted in your flower beds and in pots will be emphasized.
TOMATO STRESS MANAGEMENT, Growing Great Tomatoes, Part 3 of 3
Saturday, March 14, 2020 email: galvcountymgs@gmail.com to pre-register
9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Do you want to learn how to grow great tomatoes? This is the third in a series of three programs by Galveston County Master Gardener Ira Gervais on learning all about how to grow great tomatoes in Galveston County. The program will provide an overview on identifying various tomato diseases and insect stress factors and how to minimize them to increase yields.
BONSAI (a hands-on workshop)
Saturday, March 14, 2020 email: galvcountymgs@gmail.com to pre-register
1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Galveston County Master Gardener Clyde Holt will give a basic discussion on bonsai styling techniques followed by a hands on workshop where each person will pot and style their own tree. Participants will receive a green mound juniper, pot, potting soil, pruners, wire, and instructions. Holt has also been a member of the Houston Bonsai Society for 12 years and has attended many workshops and classes across the country. He has given workshops and lectures from Dallas to Edinburg, to groups including garden clubs and three Texas Master Gardener Conferences.
***NOTE: The material cost is $25:00 per person with a limit of 10 persons. The money will be collected at the event. Fee will cover expenses, if the pot supplier has not gone up on prices.***
LOUISIANA IRISES
Saturday, March 21, 2020 email: galvcountymgs@gmail.com to pre-register
9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Iris enthusiast and Galveston County Master Gardener Monica Martens will provide an overview of how to care for and increase the variety of hybrids and species irises in our community. This program includes a tour in the Demonstration Garden of the two new iris beds. Focusing specifically on this hardy type for our climate, this presentation covers how to obtain Louisiana Irises and share/trade among friends. Best practices for abundant blooms will be discussed, as well as landscaping mishaps and successes. We will also provide an update on our iris preservation work.
AQUAPONICS GARDENING
Saturday, March 21, 2020 email: galvcountymgs@gmail.com to pre-register
1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Galveston County Master Gardener Gene Speller will give a 1 hour 30-minute presentation in the Extension Office. This will be followed by a 30-minute tour of the 600-gallon aquaponics unit in the Discovery Garden to be conducted by Briana Etie, Galveston County Master Gardener. Points for discussion in the presentation and/or tour will include the following aquaponics topics: overall concept, benefits, system operations, plant and fish selections, pest control, and additional resources.
GREENHOUSE SELECTION AND MANAGEMENT
Saturday, March 28, 2020 email: galvcountymgs@gmail.com to pre-register
9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Galveston County Master Gardener and Greenhouse Specialist Briana Etie will present a program for the greenhouse hobbyist and enthusiast. This is a thought-provoking seminar with considerations for greenhouses that could fit your needs. Etie will cover the necessities for a healthy greenhouse such as location, flooring, heating and cooling. Learn how a greenhouse can improve and extend your growing seasons, giving you enjoyment year round.
RAINWATER HARVESTING
Saturday, March 28, 2020 email: galvcountymgs@gmail.com to pre-register
1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Don’t let that water go down the drain! Learn to collect and store rainwater. Nat Gruesen, Galveston County Master Gardener and Certified Rainwater Harvesting Specialist, will present rainwater harvesting practices and ways to incorporate rainwater collection into your residential landscaping along with methods for making your rainwater barrel.
