Seminar Schedule
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Fri. Jan 24th
Sat. Jan 25th
Sun. Jan 26th
Fri. Jan 24th
- 2:00 pm
- 3:00 pm
- 4:00 pm
- 5:00 pm
- 6:00 pm
- Garden & Wildlife Stage
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2:45pmAttracting Beneficial Insects to your GardenErin Mills, Houston Botanical Gardens/Butterfly Center
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3:30pmAll Things TomatoesAndy Chidester, Medina Agricultural Products
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4:15pmBird Migration on the Upper Texas Coast and BeyondMartin Hagne, Gulf Coast Bird Observatory
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5:00pmPlant for the Babies!Shannon Westveer, Tx Master Naturalist Coastal Prairie Chapter
Attracting Beneficial Insects to your Garden
2:45pm
Erin Mills, Houston Botanical Gardens/Butterfly Center
Many people seek to harness the power of beneficial insects in their gardens and contribute to their conservation. Understanding their biology and specific needs can make a big difference. In this talk, you’ll discover the best tips and tricks for creating an insect-friendly garden.
All Things Tomatoes
11:00am
Andy Chidester, Medina Agricultural Products
“All Things Tomatoes” will cover topics such as varieties, planting, soil and fertilizers, and how to identify diseases.
Bird Migration on the Upper Texas Coast and Beyond
4:15pm
Martin Hagne, Gulf Coast Bird Observatory
Avian migration is one of nature’s greatest wonders. How do birds navigate their journey, endure such long flights, and what drives them to migrate in the first place? Discover the truth behind the facts and debunk the myths.
Plant for the Babies!
5:00pm
Shannon Westveer, Tx Master Naturalist Coastal Prairie Chapter
Did you know that Fort Bend is home to over 50 different species of butterflies? These beautiful creatures need the right flowers and a suitable environment to thrive. By creating a habitat in your yard, you can attract not only butterflies but also bees, beetles, and other pollinators. Plant with their young in mind to help support their growth and survival.
Sat. Jan 25th
- 10:00 am
- 11:00 am
- 12:00 pm
- 1:00 pm
- 2:00 pm
- 3:00 pm
- 4:00 pm
- 5:00 pm
- 6:00 pm
- Garden & Wildlife Stage
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11:15amSoil: A Universe Beneath Our FeetShannon Westveer, Tx Master Naturalist Coastal Prairie Chapter
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12:00pmComposting in the HomeSam Guardiola, Clarence Gray, and Barkat Charania, The Fort Bend County Master Gardeners
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1:00pm-3:00pmGardening Q&ASkip Richter from GardenLine radio program on NewsRadio 740 KTRH
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1:00pm-3:00pmGardening Q&ASkip Richter from GardenLine radio program on NewsRadio 740 KTRH
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3:15pmIntensive Small Space GardeningDany Milliken, The Enchanted Forest
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4:00pmAll About Hummers – The Facts, Lore, and Legends!Martin Hagne, Gulf Coast Bird Observatory
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5:00pmSoil Building 101Andy Chidester, Medina Agricultural Products
- FREE Classes
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11:30amFairy Garden Make N Take WorkshopAmanda Barone with Enchanted Forest
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12:00pm“The Tortilla Factory” Kids Cooking ClassChef Gina, Cook n Grow
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2:00pm“Candy Making” Kids Cooking ClassChef Gina, Cook n Grow
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2:30pmFairy Garden Make N Take WorkshopAmanda Barone with Enchanted Forest
Soil: A Universe Beneath Our Feet
11:00am
Shannon Westveer, Tx Master Naturalist Coastal Prairie Chapter
It’s not just dirt—soil is alive and serves as the foundation for all life on Earth. From filtering water and recycling organic matter to creating soluble nitrogen and distributing nutrients, the soil food web plays a crucial role. We must appreciate, protect, and conserve it for the health of our planet.
Composting in the Home
12:00pm
Sam Guardiola, Clarence Gray, and Barkat Charania, The Fort Bend County Master Gardeners
Learn how to set up a backyard composting system using containers and create a worm bin to efficiently transform waste into nutrient-rich compost.
Gardening Q&A
1:00pm-3:00pm
Skip Richter from GardenLine radio program on NewsRadio 740 KTRH
Skip will guide you through the essential steps to create thriving spring gardens and lawns. He’ll also answer your gardening questions and assist in diagnosing plant problems from any samples or photos you bring.
Intensive Small Space Gardening
3:15pm
Dany Milliken, The Enchanted Forest
Discover the secrets to cultivating a flourishing garden in small spaces with our “Intensive Container Gardening” class. This hands-on workshop will teach you how to maximize yields in containers, using organic methods to grow vegetables, herbs, and flowers. You’ll also learn key techniques for soil preparation, planting, and watering.
All About Hummers – The Facts, Lore, and Legends!
4:00pm
Martin Hagne, Gulf Coast Bird Observatory
Come learn all about our “local” hummingbirds—whether they’re here for the winter, summer, or just passing through during migration. Discover which species we encounter and how they manage their incredible migration, along with many other fascinating facts.
Soil Building 101
5:00pm
Andy Chidester, Medina Agricultural Products
“Soil Building 101” will teach you essential techniques for creating healthy soil to support your garden’s growth.
Fairy Garden Make N Take Workshop
11:30am
Amanda Barone, Enchanted Forest
Join us for a whimsical journey into the world of fairy gardens! Limited space available. Ages 16 and up. Please click here to register!
“The Tortilla Factory” Kids Cooking Class
12:00pm
Chef Gina, Cook n Grow
In this exciting class, kids will create their own tortillas from scratch and will transform them into delicious quesadillas learning basic cooking skills. Limited spots available. Ages 5 and up. Please click here to register!
“Candy Making” Kids Cooking Class
2:00pm
Chef Gina, Cook n Grow
Kids love candy! What can be better than learning how to make candy from scratch, it’s healthier and super fun! Limited spots available. Ages 5 and up. Please click here to register!
Fairy Garden Make N Take Workshop
2:30pm
Amanda Barone, Enchanted Forest
Join us for a whimsical journey into the world of fairy gardens! Limited space available. Ages 16 and up. Please click here to register!
Sun. Jan 26th
- 11:00 am
- 12:00 pm
- 1:00 pm
- 2:00 pm
- 3:00 pm
- 4:00 pm
- 5:00 pm
- Garden & Wildlife Stage
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12:00pmAll About Hummers – The Facts, Lore, and Legends!Martin Hagne, Gulf Coast Bird Observatory
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1:30pmFruit Trees for HoustonDanny Milliken, The Enchanted Forest
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2:00pmDecluttering and Zoning your KitchenLinda Creswell, ShelfGenie of Greater Houston
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3:00pmSuccess for your Spring GardensAndy Chidester, Medina Agricultural Products
- FREE Classes
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1:00pm“Candy Making” Kids Cooking ClassChef Gina, Cook n Grow
-
1:30pmFairy Garden Make N Take WorkshopAmanda Barone, Enchanted Forest
All About Hummers – The Facts, Lore, and Legends!
12:00pm
Martin Hagne, Gulf Coast Bird Observatory
Come learn all about our “local” hummingbirds—whether they’re here for the winter, summer, or just passing through during migration. Discover which species we encounter and how they manage their incredible migration, along with many other fascinating facts.
Fruit Trees for Houston
1:00pm
Danny Milliken, The Enchanted Forest
Houston offers a wide variety of fruits you can grow, but there are important factors to consider, from chill hours to graft stock. Join us to learn the essential details and discover some of the trees that have been successful for home growers just like you.
Decluttering and Zoning your Kitchen
2:00pm
Linda Creswell, ShelfGenie of Greater Houston
Discussion of ways to organize and zone areas of the kitchen or pantry.
Success for your Spring Gardens
3:00pm
Andy Chidester, Medina Agricultural Products
Learn the keys to success for your spring garden and the tools you’ll need to thrive.
“Candy Making” Kids Cooking Class
1:00pm
Chef Gina, Cook n Grow
Kids love candy! What can be better than learning how to make candy from scratch, it’s healthier and super fun! Limited spots available. Ages 5 and up. Please click here to register!
Fairy Garden Make N Take Workshop
1:30pm
Amanda Barone, Enchanted Forest
Join us for a whimsical journey into the world of fairy gardens! Limited space available. Ages 16 and up. Please click here to register!