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SUMMARY:Spring Edible Gardening Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Successful Edible Gardening – A Spring Workshop \nTYLER\, TEXAS — Get ready to grow your own food this season! Local gardening experts are hosting the Successful Edible Gardening Spring Workshop on March 12\, 2026\, at the Tyler Rose Center Complex. Whether you have a sprawling backyard or a small balcony\, this event provides the essential tools to create a thriving food garden. \nThis workshop is designed for gardeners of all skill levels who want to move beyond the grocery store aisle. Attendees will receive expert guidance on navigating the unique East Texas climate\, optimizing limited space\, and mastering organic techniques for healthier\, more flavorful produce. \nIf you would like more information\, please contact our Help Desk at smithmghelpdesk@gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you there! \nTo help us with setup\, please preregister for the event at the following URL… https://form.jotform.com/260425356109050 Registration is FREE. \nDate: March 12\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm\, Registration opens at 8:30 am\nLocation: Tyler’s Rose Center Complex\, the Camilla room \nSession 1: Roots Matter: Understanding Soil Biology for Healthier Plants – Clint Perkins\, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service\, Smith County\, AG/NR Agent\n– 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM\n– Introduction to soil health\, preparation methods\, and organic practices such as composting\, mulching\, and soil amendments. Enhance plant growth with a simple soil test\, understand what it measures\, and learn how to manage nutrients effectively. \nSession 2: Designing Your Edible Garden – Greg Grant\, PhD\, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service\, Smith County\, Horticulture Agent\n– 9:45 AM – 10:30 AM\n– When creating a landscape that supports a thriving edible garden\, consider key elements such as sun exposure\, water access\, and space planning. Review alternatives like a Community Garden or Container Gardening. \nBreak\n– 10:30 AM – 10:45 AM \nSession 3: Boosting Your Garden –Dale Wade\, Smith County Master Gardener\n– 10:45 AM – 11:30 AM\n– Bring some spark to a little garden of tomatoes and peppers. Learn the best plant varieties\, spacing\, timing of plantings\, and companion plants that will bring all the pollinators to your yard. By using a toolbox of techniques\, you can increase yields and promote a healthier ecosystem. \nTour of the Tyler Botanical Gardens – IDEA Garden\n11:30 AM – 12:00 PM\n-Tour the IDEA garden to see a demonstration of effective composting techniques and various planting methods for warm-weather vegetables. \nClick HERE for a printable copy of the Workshop Agenda
URL:https://txmgsc.org/event/what-makes-a-successful-edible-garden/
LOCATION:Tyler Rose Garden Center\, 420 Rose Park Dr.\, Tyler\, TX\, 75702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Available CE Credits,Open to the Public
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SUMMARY:Salsa 101: Growing Tomatoes and Peppers in East Texas
DESCRIPTION:Join SCMG at the Tyler Library Series where Dr. Greg Grant will discuss growing tomatoes and peppers specifically in East Texas\, including recommended varieties and planting techniques. Dr. Grant is the Smith County Horticulturalist and Master Gardener Coordinator for the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. Greg is also the author of Texas Fruit and Vegetable Gardening\, his book developed for gardening in Texas. \nWhere:  Tyler Public Library\, 201 S. College Ave\, Tyler\nTime:     12:00 noon – 1:00 pm\nWhen:    March 20\, 2026 \nAll Library events are open to the public\, with seating becoming available beginning at 11:30 am.
URL:https://txmgsc.org/event/salsa-101-growing-tomatoes-and-peppers-in-east-texas/
LOCATION:Tyler Public Library\, 201 S. College Ave.\, Tyler\, TX\, 75702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Available CE Credits,Open to the Public
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