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Landscaping with Grasses and Sedges
Wildflower Center 4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX, United StatesReduce your water usage, increase biodiversity and negate your need for fertilization by landscaping with native grasses and sedges. We’ll show you how during this class on Saturday, May 6! Space is limited. Registration is required.
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Class: Beekeeping
The Natural Gardener 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, United StatesAre you curious about beekeeping? Would you like to know what the average person can do to protect and attract honey bees? Bee at The Natural Gardener to find out more about the honey bees’ job as pollinator, the causes of colony collapse disorder, and several ways we can help bees and other pollinators. Beekeeping information presented by Two Hives Honey.
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Birds in the Landscape
Wildflower Center 4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX, United StatesJoin birders from Travis Audubon and horticulturists from the Wildflower Center on a morning field trip the second Thursday of every month. Your guides will help identify both native and migratory birds and the native plants they rely on for food and shelter. Bring binoculars to see what feathered friends you can find throughout the gardens. This class will take place in person at the Wildflower Center. Space is limited and registration is required. PLEASE NOTE: In February 2023, this class will meet on the third Thursday of the month (Feb. 16). $15 per adult and $8 per youth (5 – 17 yrs). FREE for Travis Audubon members with discount code* *Advanced registration is still required. Travis Audubon members, email our offices for your discount code.
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Veggies 101
The Natural Gardener 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, United StatesHave you ever wanted to learn how to grow your own food, but didn’t know where to start? We will walk you through all the basics from soil prep, to raised beds, to planting in the right season.
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Container Gardening Workshop
Wildflower Center 4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX, United StatesLearning the art of container gardening means you don't need a lot of land to support pollinators, enjoy the benefits of greenery and get your hands in the soil! Create a portable native plant paradise on your patio, balcony, or in your yard with this hands-on workshop taught by our very own Samantha Elkinton, Gardens Manager. Learn how to identify native plants that do well in containers and get tips for transplanting and keeping your flora healthy. Materials and plants for this class are included with registration. Participants are also welcome to bring a container of their choice (size specifications will be sent to participants prior to the workshop). This class will take place in person at the Wildflower Center. Space is limited and registration is required.
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[Cancelled] Class: Austin’s Creeks – Keep Austin Beautiful
The Natural Gardener 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, United StatesLearn basic ecological concepts: what makes up a riparian ecosystem, its function, the characteristics of healthy vs. degraded areas, and how ecologists and conservationists go about restoring riparian areas, with examples. Also learn how to get involved with KAB and the Adopt-a-Creek program!
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Succulents in Containers
The Natural Gardener 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, United StatesLearn how to create a beautiful succulent containers that will hold up in the Texas heat.
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Birds and Landscaping with Native Plants
Zilker Botanical Garden 2220 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX, United StatesViolet Crown Garden Club’s May monthly meeting features a program on “Birds and Landscaping with Native Plants” with Gil Eckrich. Participants will enjoy an entertaining presentation while learning about the winning combination of native plant landscaping and birds. Social time starts at 9:30 AM in the Zilker Garden auditorium. The program begins at 10 AM with an optional club business meeting after. Gil Eckrich is a Wildlife Biologist specializing in the study of birds at Fort Hood, a US Army Veteran, a gardener, an award-winning photographer, and a volunteer in his community. Open to the public, free to attend.
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Webinar: Everything Everyone Should Know About Butterflies
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension 1600 Smith Road, Austin, TX, United StatesJoin Molly Keck, Entomologist at Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service discuss butterflies and what you should know about them to attract and keep them in your garden. Molly Keck is a Senior Program Specialist in Integrated Pest Management and a Board-Certified Entomologist with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Bexar County. This free Zoom webinar is open to the public. Join Molly for this series of informative seminars on the 15 bugs everyone should know about and their impact in our homes and landscapes. Join Zoom Webinar Meeting ID – 863 6857 1398 Password – 15BUGS
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Class: Snakes of Central Texas
The Natural Gardener 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, United StatesJoin the Austin Reptile Society with Austin Reptile Service for a fun, family friendly event about snakes in Central Texas on Father’s Day weekend. Learn how to safely identify venomous snakes, and see some nonvenomous snakes in person.
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Class: Tree Care for Homeowners
The Natural Gardener 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, United StatesLearn about Tree Care for Homeowners with Guy Leblanc of Arbor Vitae Tree Care. Get all the info for basic care and how to restore trees after ice or storm damage.
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Webinar: Native Host Plants for Texas Pollinators
Lakeway Garden Club Lakeway, TX, United StatesEmbark into the fascinating world of pollinators with experts Lynne and Jim Weber, authors of "Native Host Plants for Texas Butterflies" and "Native Host Plants for Texas Moths". This webinar delves beyond the beauty of blooming flowers, illuminating the vital role of native host plants in supporting the lifecycle of our local pollinators. Learn about the fundamental yet often overlooked aspect of pollinator conservation — the provision of safe havens for egg-laying and nourishing larval food sources that fuel the metamorphosis into the winged marvels we cherish. Learn practical strategies to incorporate these vital plants into your own garden, transforming it into a nurturing sanctuary for pollinators. This isn't just about beautifying your yard; it's a call to contribute to the sustainability of our local ecosystem. Join us and become an active participant in preserving Texas' diverse and remarkable biodiversity. Presented by Bee City Austin. Register online to attend this webinar.
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