Lakeway Garden Club

Backyard Birds
2023-09-12 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | The Natural Gardener, 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, 78735, United States
Learn 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.

Worm Composting Basics
2023-09-09 10:00 - 11:00 | TX
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.

Lakeway Garden Club Member Mixer
2023-09-07 10:30 - 12:00 | Lake Travis Community Library, 1938 Lohmans Crossing, Austin, TX, 78734, United States
Lakeway Garden Club hosts a quarterly meeting for all members at the Lake Travis Community Library. This informal forum is designed for sharing garden knowledge amongst LGC members. The casual get together will include group discussions about waterwise gardening, native plants and creating bountiful vegetable gardens. We’d love to display photos of our members’ gardens, so please send in your garden pix and we will share them during our meeting. If you would like to request a future garden topic or have a specific gardening question, please let us know. So join us and bring your garden questions to learn something new! All are welcome to join for free if they are not already a member. Please RSVP. See you then!

Austin Herb Society Monthly Meeting
2023-09-05 10:00 - 11:30 | Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX, 78746, United States
Since 1983, the Austin Herb Society has been educating members and the community about herbs, including propagation, landscaping, history, folklore, and culinary, medicinal, and decorative uses of herbs. While our members are united by an interest in herbs, they are also a diverse group of individuals: from gardeners and herbalists to cooks and business owners.
AHS members design and maintain the Zilker Herb Garden-a dazzling landscape of color and fragrance that has become a centerpiece of Zilker Botanical Garden. Here, visitors can touch, taste, and smell they way through nearly 200 varieties of herbs, depending on the season. Bees and butterflies dot the beds of basil, lavender, and calendula. There are classic culinary herbs like rosemary, mint, and thyme alongside herbs revered for their health attributes, including aloe and echinacea.
In addition to hands-on learning in the Zilker Herb Garden, members enjoy:

Monthly meetings with expert speakers on diverse topics (currently via zoom)
Educational workshops and seminars throughout the year
Study groups focused on culinary herbs and herbal products
Field trips to unique gardens and herb-loving businesses
Delicious herbal refreshments at our in-person meetings
Fellowship with interesting and informed herb lovers

Please join us in exploring the wonderful world of herbs!
You can also find us on Facebook

Learn about Terrariums
2023-09-05 10:00 - 11:00 | The Natural Gardener, 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, 78735, United States
Join 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.

Oak Wilt in Central Texas
2023-09-02 10:00 - 11:00 | The Natural Gardener, 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, 78735, United States
What causes oak wilt? Can I treat oak wilt myself? Learn causes of, and how to identify and manage oak wilt in Texas.

Austin Ikebana Group Monthly Meeting
2023-09-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-08-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-07-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX, 78746, United States
The Austin Ikebana Group was founded by Isamu Taniguchi (circa 1902-1992), who started building the Taniguchi Japanese Garden when he was 70 years old. Ikebana is more than simply arranging flowers-its Japanese characters mean “giving life to flowers.” This art form has spiritual and philosophical roots, where the relationship between every flower, stem, branch, leaf, and even container expresses a balanced and harmonious nature. The feelings of the arranger play a key role as well. Members rotate leading demonstrations and workshops. Because members have trained in various schools of Ikebana, including Ohara, Sogetsu, Ikenobo, and Ichiyo, they bring a rich atmosphere of learning and growth to the meetings. This becomes a contemplative practice of expressing gentleness and elegance through the art of flower arrangement. Meetings are monthly on the first Friday at 10am.

Extending the Fall Vegetable Garden Season
2023-08-26 10:00 - 11:00 | The Natural Gardener, 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, 78735, United States
Learn 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

Austin Pond Society Monthly Meeting
2023-08-21 18:30 - 20:30, 2023-07-17 18:30 - 20:30, 2023-06-19 18:30 - 20:30 | Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX, 78746, United States
The Austin Pond Society is a nonprofit organization made up of more than 100 members dedicated to increasing awareness of water gardening and to distributing information on pond construction, maintenance, water lilies, and Koi keeping. The APS is composed of people from all walks of life and ages who are interested in backyard ponds, streams, fountains, waterfalls, Koi, goldfish, plants, and all the things it takes to make your own little bit of paradise in your own backyard.

Austin Bonsai Society Monthly Meeting
2023-08-09 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-07-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX, 78746, United States
Bonsai is a living art form, with each plant constantly changing under the hand of the artist. It is a painting never quite finished. Bonsai also change with the seasons, with each plant having its own unique attractiveness during each season. Miniature maples, tiny elms, delicate pines, and junipers reflect both the seasons and the climates where they grow. Under our eyes, and in miniature form, we are privileged to watch the budding and leafing out of spring, followed by the flowers and fruit of summer, and the stark, yet beautiful, effect of bare branches against the winter sky.
Bonsai is an exciting adventure that cannot be adequately described to those who have not experienced it personally. Miniature trees and landscapes, carefully nurtured in the seemingly too small containers, return to us much more than they exact in the cost of creating and maintaining these plants, which soon become our “children.” Bonsai is an adventure in which you can participate with us.
You can find the Austin Bonsai Society on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Workshop: Plant Propagation
2023-07-29 10:30 - 12:30 | Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX, 78746, United States
Ever wanted to know the science and art of making more plants from your plants? Visit Zilker Botanical Garden on July 29th at 10:30 for our plant propagation workshop. Learn the science behind plant propagation including everything from leaf to stem to seed to spore, and then practice propagation techniques on demonstration plants. Folks will be able to take home propagation materials from the workshop.
This workshop is included with admission (free for members), but separate workshop registration is required to attend. When you complete registration, you will be prompted to pay for an admission ticket. This way you won’t need to purchase admission upon arrival for the workshop!

Class: Permaculture Design
2023-07-29 10:00 - 11:00 | The Natural Gardener, 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, 78735, United States
Join 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.

Class: Patio Gardening
2023-07-25 10:00 - 11:00 | The Natural Gardener, 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, 78735, United States
Want 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: Herb Gardening 101
2023-07-22 10:00 - 11:00 | The Natural Gardener, 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, 78735, United States
Learn the fundamentals of herb growing from soil and nutrient requirements , how and when to harvest, to preservation and storage from Caroline Riley.

Class: Garden Tips for Growing Tomatoes and Peppers
2023-07-18 10:00 - 11:00 | The Natural Gardener, 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, 78735, United States
Learn tips on growing tomatoes and peppers in the Texas heat with Justin Martin.

Class: Wonderful World of Microgreens
2023-07-15 10:00 - 11:00 | The Natural Gardener, 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, 78735, United States
Are you ready to get growing indoors? Austin Davenport will walk us through all the tricks for growing microgreens inside during the dog days of summer.

Class: Veggie 101
2023-07-11 10:00 - 11:00 | The Natural Gardener, 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, 78735, United States
Learn how to grow your own food. Walk through the basics from soil prep, to raised beds, to planting in the right season.

Class: Native Plants
2023-07-08 10:00 - 11:00 | The Natural Gardener, 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, 78735, United States
Learn basic design principles and how to incorporate native plants into your landscape with Colleen Dieter.

4th of July
2023-07-04 | Lakeway Garden Club, Lakeway, TX, 78734, United States
Have a Happy 4th!

Class: Seed Saving
2023-06-27 10:00 - 11:00 | The Natural Gardener, 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, 78735, United States
Come and learn how to save your own vegetable seeds to save money, preserve genetic diversity, and ensure you’ll never be without that favorite vegetable variety! Presented by Colleen Dieter.

Learn about Bats in the Garden with Dr. Tuttle
2023-06-25 16:00 - 17:00 | Lakeway Activity Center, 105 Cross Creek, Lakeway, TX, 78734, United States
For more than 60 years Dr. Tuttle has studied and photographed the world’s most amazing bats on every continent where they occur. His work has been featured in leading publications worldwide, including five articles in National Geographic. And he has spoken at most of the world’s leading institutions of science, from Harvard and the Smithsonian to the British Museum.
He will show bats as cute as any panda and as strange as any dinosaur, bats worth billions of dollars annually to human economies and bats that are vital to whole ecosystems, from deserts to rain forests. He will show giant flying foxes with nearly six-foot wingspans and tiny bumblebee bats that weigh less than a U.S. penny. His photos document bats capturing insects, centipedes, fish, and frogs, pollinating incredible flowers, dispersing seeds, and coming to his hand on call. Most importantly, Dr. Tuttle will document a long history of bats proving themselves to be safe and invaluable neighbors and may even convince you to put up a bat house!
You won’t want to miss this free and family friendly event!

Class: Growing Citrus in the Summer
2023-06-24 10:00 - 11:30 | The Natural Gardener, 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, 78735, United States
Do you know how to keep citrus happy and healthy in the Texas heat? Attend this class and you will! Learn everything about growing citrus like lemons, limes and oranges in the summer. Also learn about common pests, watering, and fertilizing schedules with Scott Blackburn.

Webinar: Native Host Plants for Texas Pollinators
2023-06-21 13:00 - 14:30 | Lakeway Garden Club, Lakeway, TX, 78734, United States
Embark 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.

Summer Solstice
2023-06-21 | Lakeway Garden Club, Lakeway, TX, 78734, United States
The summer solstice in 2023 will take place on Wednesday 21 June at precisely 9:58am CT. Contrary to popular belief, the solstice is an exact moment and not the entire day. The event takes place on the first day of the astronomical summer season and marks the exact point the northern hemisphere is pointing directly towards the Sun. It also marks the longest day of the year, with the highest number of daylight hours seen in a single day in 2023. Expect at least 16 hours of daylight in the US.
What is the summer solstice?
The summer solstice takes place at the exact moment the Sun reaches its highest point in the sky, which is when the northern hemisphere is tilted most towards the Sun. Essentially, it marks the point when the Sun’s rays hit this part of the Earth most directly.
The Earth’s axis has a tilt of around 23.4 degrees, relative to its orbit around the Sun. On 21 June, the northern hemisphere is tilted at its closest point towards the sun and the southern hemisphere is tilted its furthest away from the Sun, which is why the northern and southern hemispheres have opposite seasons to one another.
This means that the southern hemisphere will be celebrating its winter solstice at the same time as our summer event and vice versa.
Because it is related to tilt and not orbit distance, the Earth is actually closest to the Sun (the perihelion) in January and furthest from it (the aphelion) in July.
The summer solstice is not necessarily the hottest day of the year. Usually, the hottest day of the year is in July or August. This is because oceans and land masses release the heat absorbed from the longer days back into the atmosphere.

Class: Tree Care for Homeowners
2023-06-20 10:00 - 11:00 | The Natural Gardener, 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX, 78735, United States
Learn 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.
