Unleash your green thumb through educational and scientifically based horticultural programs
Discover Research-Based Horticulture Solutions
Smith County Master Gardeners offer a variety of Community Service Programs
Smith County Master Gardeners offer a variety of programs that disseminate research-based horticultural information, supporting our community in important ways. These community-based programs vary from plant sales and garden tours to conferences and seminars on a variety of gardening topics. You will discover eco-friendly gardening techniques that will nourish your plants and the environment.
So whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned gardener, our team will guide you towards a greener, more sustainable future.
Visit the Smith County Master Gardeners Demonstration Gardens
Smith County Master Gardeners follow Earth-Kind® principles as they care for an impressive group of innovative research and demonstration gardens. These gardens serve as outdoor classrooms where our Master Gardeners provide Smith County residents and visitors with research-based information about sustainable horticultural practices and environmental stewardship.
Bulb Sale and Conference
This annual event offers a unique selection of heirloom, hard-to-find, and
regionally adapted bulbs.
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Thank You to Our 2026 Bulbs to Blooms Fundraiser Sponsors
Huge thanks to our sponsors, donors, Pollard UMC, and community for supporting the 2026 Bulbs to Blooms fundraiser to benefit local garden projects!
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Meet the Yellow Garden Spider: Nature’s Beneficial Neighbor
Discover the story of Charlotte, a yellow garden spider providing natural pest control on an East Texas porch, her life cycle, and why she’s harmless to humans.
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Arugula: The Easy “Gateway Green” for Every Garden
Discover how to easily plant, grow, and harvest spicy homegrown arugula. Learn spring and fall planting tips from a Smith County Master Gardener.
More science-based lawn and gardening information from the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service can be found at aggieturf.tamu.edu and aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu.