The Natural Gardener
Class: Herb Gardening 101
The Natural Gardener 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, United StatesLearn the fundamentals of herb growing from soil and nutrient requirements , how and when to harvest, to preservation and storage from Caroline Riley.
Class: Patio Gardening
The Natural Gardener 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, United StatesWant to grow your own food but don’t have the space or maybe you want to start small? Walk through the basics of container gardening and how to get the most out of your space.
Class: Permaculture Design
The Natural Gardener 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, United StatesJoin this open forum where class attendees can bring their challenges to the table. Learn about conventional solutions as well as ecological solutions from Leffler Ross.
Extending the Fall Vegetable Garden Season
The Natural Gardener 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, United StatesLearn about seed-starting methods for succession planting, insights for harvesting, and season-extending techniques for a bountiful fall garden. Scott Blackburn has been gardening organically in Austin since 2007. He’s a gardening educator and consultant under the brand New Garden Road. His passion is to inform, inspire, and elevate gardeners, focusing on ecological stewardship, saving soil, and urban habitat restoration one garden at a time. You can connect with Scott at newgardenroad.com
Oak Wilt in Central Texas
The Natural Gardener 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, United StatesWhat causes oak wilt? Can I treat oak wilt myself? Learn causes of, and how to identify and manage oak wilt in Texas.
Learn about Terrariums
The Natural Gardener 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, United StatesJoin us to learn how to create a miniature garden or forest enclosed in its own little world. Learn which containers and plants work best, watering, and basic care. This terrariums class is presented by Jelli Padron.
Worm Composting Basics
A local worm farmer will walk us through vermicomposting. Learn how to incorporate worms into your compost or garden beds so they can do the hard work for you. This class is presented by John Garza from The Austin Worm Lab.
Backyard Birds
The Natural Gardener 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, United StatesLearn how to provide elements of habitat for birds in your garden. Bring the beauty and vitality of nature home. The Backyard Birds class is presented by Jane Tillman from the Audubon Society.
Organic Lawn Care 101
The Natural Gardener 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, United StatesKnowing how to care for a lawn organically can prevent many of the pitfalls of lawn ownership. Learn from one of the best lawn care companies in town how to maintain your lawn correctly. The Organic Lawn Care 101 class is presented by Teresa Stephens from PollyDog Landscapes.
Backyard Pond Basics
The Natural Gardener 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, United StatesWant to create a little bit of paradise in your backyard? Nico will walk you through the basics of DIY fountains, goldfish, koi and all things related to backyard ponds. This Backyard Pond Basics class is presented by Nico Jung.
World of Cacti and Succulents
The Natural Gardener 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, United StatesCome learn about the world of cacti, agave, and euphorbia. Ian will give pointers of how to use them in your home or yard as well as give growing tips and care advice. The World of Cacti and Succulents class is presented by Ian Griffin.
Hot & Sweet Remedies for Cold & Flu Season
The Natural Gardener 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, United StatesLearn how to make elderberry syrup and fire cider at home. We will discuss the benefits and explore variations of these tried and true folk formulas to personalize a blend that is just right for you and yours. This Hot & Sweet Remedies for Cold & Flu Season class is presented by Herbalist Leesalyn Koehler.