Master Gardeners, Master Naturalists, and Pollinator enthusiasts across East Texas are invited to join the Tri-County Pollinator Series, a collaborative educational effort by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension in Cherokee, Smith, and Rusk counties. This summer’s program will spotlight the power of citizen science through iNaturalist, a free app that helps users identify and record native...
Join Smith County Master Gardener, Elizabeth Waldrop, at the Lillie Russell Library. Elizabeth will be presenting "Flora and Fauna", a program to teach the importance of bringing native birds and small wildlife into your backyard through thoughtful landscaping techniques and earth-friendly practices. This program includes a pinecone bird feeder-making activity. Geared for younger audiences and...
Join us for a special presentation on building a Monarch Waystation and discover the best native plants to fuel the incredible monarch butterfly migration.
Pest Management Seminar 2026 is a one-day educational program designed for nursery and greenhouse producers, growers, managers, and horticulture professionals. The seminar will provide the latest research-based information on emerging insect pests and plant diseases, effective pest management strategies, current horticultural production practices, and updates on Texas state regulations affecting nursery and greenhouse operations. Participants...
Join Smith County Master Gardener Elizabeth Waldrop for Herb Gardening. An introduction to herb gardening, including how to care for herbs, which ones grow well in East Texas, and how to harvest and prepare them. There will also be some simple no-cook recipes demonstrated, including herb butters, vinegars, and seasoning salt. Great for adults and...
All applications to become a Master Gardener must be submitted online by August 05, 2026. Not all applicants will be accepted into the program. Class size is limited, and preference will be given to qualified Smith County residents with gardening experience, dedication to education, enthusiasm, and time to volunteer. The 2027 Smith County Master Gardener class will begin Thursday, January 7. Classes will be held every Thursday at the Cotton Belt Building (1517 W Front St) from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. through March 26, 2024. The $203 fee includes the 450-plus page Texas Master Gardener Handbook, handouts, refreshments, speakers’ […]
Join us at the Texas Forestry Seminar for landowners, foresters, loggers, and land managers - or anyone interested in forestry and landowner education! Congressman Pete Sessions and Congressman Nathaniel Moran...
Cool-Season Gardening - A Fall Workshop TYLER, Texas – As the summer heat begins to fade, East Texas gardeners are preparing for a new season of growth. To ensure local residents are equipped for success, the Cool-Season Gardening Fall Workshop will take place on September 10, 2026, at Tyler’s Rose Center Complex in the Camilla Room from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Check-in begins at 8:30 am. Unlock the full potential of your gardening journey! Embrace this incredible opportunity to enhance your skills and gain in-depth knowledge about thriving cool-weather crops. Act now and watch your garden flourish like never […]
NACOGDOCHES, Texas — Stephen F. Austin State University’s SFA Gardens will host its annual Fabulous Fall Festival Plant Sale. When: October 10, 2026 Time: 10 am - 2 pm...
Join us for a free, family-friendly event focused on wildland fire and its benefits to both people and wildlife! The event will include: Live fire demonstrations (weather permitting) Touch-a-dozer &...
Mark your calendars! The 2026 From Bulbs to Blooms Conference and Sale is rapidly approaching. Details of the event: October 12. 2026 - 7:00 am, the online store opens and will...
Explore a diverse collection of horticultural styles all meant to inspire your green thumb. Our 2027 tour includes a Historic Shade Garden, a Propagator's Paradise, a Charming Blooming Garden, a Pineywoods Classic and a Whispering Green Retreat.
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