Need some pointers on building your own home garden? Come learn from two of Coppell’s experienced community garden leaders. They will cover the essentials for DIY raised beds and soil health with a hands on demonstration.
Info: Molly Bujanda, MBujanda@coppelltx.gov
The best time for gardening in North Texas is from September until June. You can have fresh tomatoes from your garden for Christmas dinner! Dr. Larry Legg will present a scientific and observational approach for gardening during fall and winter. Larry is a biology professor, master gardener, master naturalist, master wellness volunteer and a conflict resolution specialist. He is a country boy from the boondocks where if you did not have a successful garden, you went hungry.
DIRECTIONS: http://www.dallassierraclub.org/page.htm?generalmeeting
Vendors, crafts and presentations on herbal seasoning, permaculture, essential oils, vendors and snakes. See schedule on website. Free.
Family friendly event with a focus on its ecofriendly exhibitors and education. More than forty vendors will showcase their green products and services. Classes and demonstrations on environmental awareness will take place throughout the day. Ecofest Arlington will also have many children's activities including games, crafts and educational presentations. The city will be giving away trees while supplies last. Free.
Rare native pollinator-friendly plants available at this public sale.
See website for more info on pre-sale tours and members preview sale.
Two key elements to a healthy and sustainable landscape include proper plant selection and effective strategies for root establishment. Learn about common tree species for North Texas and useful tips for getting new trees established in the landscape. Led by Micah Pace, ISA certified arborist with Preservation Tree. Free with RSVP. Email Fran at FThompson@TexasDiscoveryGardens.org.
Learn how to view the life-cycle of lepidoptera in your classroom and how to start a school butterfly garden! Geared to Elementary Educators. $15.
HSA member Mary Doebelling discusses the many types and uses of basil.
Gary and Sue Price, owners of the 77 Ranch, have spent the last 40 years making their 2,500-acre ranch into an award winning cattle operation that focuses on conservation practices that not only increase production but also improve water quality and wildlife habitat and protect natural resources. Join us as the Prices share their approach to conservation ranching and land stewardship.
Pat Harrison, senior vice president for education, will look at the state of botanical education in the U.S. and how plant knowledge is being carried forward. The study will identify factors contributing to gaps in botanical education capacity and explore hopeful strategies for getting the message out about the importance of plants in our lives.