Retro Roots: Growing and Knowing Heirloom Vegetables In this class we’ll learn: • What are heirloom vegetables and why they matter? • Definition of heirloom vs. hybrid vs. GMO • History and cultural significance of heirloom varieties • Benefits of growing heirlooms (flavor, biodiversity, seed saving) • Showcase of popular heirloom vegetables • Regional and […]
The History of The Rodeo Tomato Join us on President’s Day at our Bandera location as we discover the story behind one of San Antonio’s most beloved garden traditions. This class, lead by David Rodriguez, our local AgriLife extension agent and radio personality, explores how the Rodeo Tomato program—led by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service […]
Tomatoes 101: Getting Started with Success Ready to grow your own tomatoes but not sure where to start? Join local tomato expert Keith Amlung for a beginner-friendly class that covers the essentials of successful tomato growing in our South Texas climate. Keith will walk you through selecting the right varieties, proper planting techniques, soil prep, […]
Enhance Your Water Garden w/ New Hybrids & Small Lotus The Water Garden Club of South Texas will start this year with their first meeting at Rainbow Gardens on Bandera, Feb 21, 10:00 am.New hybrid lilies, night bloomers, and mini lotus. William Rudder of Rudder Tropicals will be our speaker.Open to the public. The Water […]
ToMater's in Central Texas: Getting Started with Success Ready to grow your own tomatoes but not sure where to start? Join local tomato expert Keith Amlung for a beginner-friendly class that covers the essentials of successful tomato growing in our South Texas climate. Keith will walk you through selecting the right varieties, proper planting techniques, […]
Prune with Purpose: Rose Care Secrets for Thriving Blooms Roses are easier—and more rewarding—than you might think! Join us for an informative and inspiring seminar with Holly Hodgins of the San Antonio Rose Society, as she shares expert guidance on rose care and proper pruning techniques that lead to healthier plants and more abundant blooms. […]
Microgreens 101: Growing in Soil vs. Water In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the basics of growing microgreens using both soil and water-based methods. We’ll cover the supplies you need, how each system works, and the key differences between the two. Participants will get to work directly with the materials, see each method in action, […]
Companion Planting: Growing Better Together Join Shannon Grace, owner of Texas Bean Freak, to learn the basics of companion planting and how plant partnerships can improve growth, reduce pests, and increase harvests. This class focuses on practical companion planting strategies that work in Bexar County’s unique climate, helping you make smarter plant pairings in vegetable […]
Veggies That Behave: Compact Crops That Play Nice Say goodbye to overgrown vines and unruly plants. This class, taught by local grower Keith Amlung, focuses on vegetable varieties bred to stay compact and productive—making them ideal for container gardening and small spaces. Learn how to grow a diverse, well-behaved veggie garden in pots, with tips […]
Retro Roots: Growing and Knowing Heirloom Vegetables Discover the flavors, colors, and stories of vegetables from generations past. In this class, Shannon from Texas Bean Freak will teach us what makes a vegetable “heirloom,” how they differ from hybrids and GMOs, and why they matter for flavor, biodiversity, and food heritage. We’ll explore famous heirloom […]
Small Space, Big Flavor: Container Gardening with Confidence Perfect for patios, balconies, and urban gardens, this class focuses on how to make the most of your growing space using containers. Local grower Shannon Grace of Texas Bean Freak will share proven techniques for selecting the right plants, building healthy soil, and maintaining productive container gardens […]
The SA Rose Society Visits BOTH Rainbow Gardens Locations! Join us for a blooming good time as the San Antonio Rose Society visits BOTH Rainbow Gardens locations! Members of the society will be at our Thousand Oaks and Bandera locations, ready to answer all of your rose-related questions and guide you in selecting the perfect […]
Seed Starting for Pollinator Gardens Host plants are the backbone of pollinator conservation-and it all starts with a seed. Join Laura Jarvis, a respected industry veteran, as she demystifies the process of growing milkweed and other host plants from seed using techniques refined over decades of experience. This class will cover seed prep, germination timing, […]
Pollinator Gardening Quick Start Ready to turn your garden into a pollinator hotspot? Join us for Pollinator Gardening Quick Start, a beginner-friendly class designed to help you confidently create a welcoming space for butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. Local pollinator expert Laura Jarvis, owner of The Butterfly Landing, will walk you through the essentials of pollinator […]
Advanced Pollinator Gardening Ready to take your pollinator garden beyond the basics? Join Laura Jarvis, owner of The Butterfly Landing, for an in-depth look at advanced pollinator gardening techniques that support a wider range of pollinators—especially butterflies—through every life stage. This class dives deeper into additional butterfly species, their specific host and nectar plants, and […]
Native Plants: Building a Garden for Pollinators & Wildlife Join Laura Jarvis, owner of The Butterfly Landing, to learn how native plants can transform your garden into a thriving habitat for pollinators and wildlife. This class explores why native plants are essential to healthy ecosystems, highlights top native choices for supporting bees, butterflies, birds, and […]
