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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Three Sisters Garden: Easy Companion Planting
Try an ancient companion planting method! Grow corn, beans, and squash together to naturally boost soil fertility and keep garden maintenance low.
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Vertical Garden Tips: Growing in Small Spaces
Short spaces cannot stop you from gardening! Learn to grow vegetables or herbs on a balcony without frequent bending with these vertical garden tips.
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How to Attract Fireflies: Easy Summer Gardening Tips
Restore your yard’s habitat to attract fireflies. Use these summer gardening tips: leave leaf litter, mow less often, and turn off outdoor lights at night.
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.