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SUMMARY:Seed Starting for Pollinator Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Seed Starting for Pollinator Gardens\nHost 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\, soil and moisture tips\, and how to raise healthy seedlings ready for the garden. A must-attend for anyone passionate about pollinators and creating meaningful habitat at home. Bandera Rd Location
URL:https://www.rainbowgardens.biz/event/seed-starting-for-pollinator-gardens/
LOCATION:Rainbow Gardens Bandera\, 8516 Bandera Rd\, San Antonio\, Texas\, 78250
CATEGORIES:Bandera Location,Bandera Location Only,Plant Care,Seminars 8516 Bandera Rd.
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robin Norton":MAILTO:rainbowgardensrobin@yahoo.com
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SUMMARY:Legume Literacy: All About Beans!
DESCRIPTION:Legume Literacy: All About Beans!\nBean 101 class with Shannon Grace of Texas Bean Freak and Seedy and Shady AF: A Sketchy Gardening Podcast.\nIn this class\, we’ll learn:\n-The league of Legumes (what are they)\n-Bush\, pole\, and runner beans oh my! Bean types and how to choose the best for your space.\n-The benefits of growing beans in your home garden\n-Growing tips and heirloom varieties that grow well in San Antonio!\nBandera Road Location
URL:https://www.rainbowgardens.biz/event/legume-literacy-all-about-beans-3/
LOCATION:Rainbow Gardens Bandera\, 8516 Bandera Rd\, San Antonio\, Texas\, 78250
CATEGORIES:Bandera Location,Bandera Location Only,Seminars 8516 Bandera Rd.
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robin Norton":MAILTO:rainbowgardensrobin@yahoo.com
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SUMMARY:Pollinator Gardening Quick Start
DESCRIPTION:Pollinator Gardening Quick Start\nReady 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.\nLocal pollinator expert Laura Jarvis\, owner of The Butterfly Landing\, will walk you through the essentials of pollinator gardening—from choosing the right plants to placing them for maximum success. You’ll learn which plants support butterflies (including caterpillars!)\, hummingbirds\, and bees\, how to arrange plant materials in your landscape\, and simple strategies to attract and sustain pollinators throughout the seasons.\nWe’ll also cover how to identify common butterflies and caterpillars you may spot in your garden\, along with practical tips to encourage more visits to your yard. The class includes handouts\, a Q&A session\, and a guided tour following the seminar to help bring these ideas to life. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to jump-start a more pollinator-friendly garden. Bandera Rd Location
URL:https://www.rainbowgardens.biz/event/212614/
LOCATION:Rainbow Gardens Bandera\, 8516 Bandera Rd\, San Antonio\, Texas\, 78250
CATEGORIES:Bandera Location,Bandera Location Only,Plant Care,Seminars 8516 Bandera Rd.
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robin Norton":MAILTO:rainbowgardensrobin@yahoo.com
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SUMMARY:Thrillers\, Fillers and Spillers; Creating Containers that Pop!
DESCRIPTION:Thrillers\, Fillers and Spillers; Creating Containers that Pop!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTake your container gardening to the next level by mastering the classic “thriller\, filler\, and spiller” design technique! In this fun and beginner-friendly class\, you’ll learn how to combine bold focal plants\, lush mid-layer fillers\, and cascading spillers to create eye-catching pots that thrive in South Texas. We’ll cover plant selection\, color combinations\, and simple design tips to keep your containers looking full\, balanced\, and beautiful all season long. This class is for adults and is at our Bandera Location
URL:https://www.rainbowgardens.biz/event/thrillers-fillers-and-spillers-creating-containers-that-pop/
LOCATION:Rainbow Gardens Bandera\, 8516 Bandera Rd\, San Antonio\, Texas\, 78250
CATEGORIES:Bandera Location,Bandera Location Only,Plant Care,Seminars 8516 Bandera Rd.
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robin Norton":MAILTO:rainbowgardensrobin@yahoo.com
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SUMMARY:Advanced Pollinator Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Advanced Pollinator Gardening\nReady 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 how thoughtful plant selection and diversity creates long-term habitat success. Laura will also cover plant care\, seasonal maintenance\, and strategies for supporting caterpillars\, chrysalises\, and adult pollinators\, with an emphasis on native and well-adapted plants for our region.\nThis class is designed for gardeners who already have some pollinator or butterfly gardening experience and are ready to refine\, expand\, and troubleshoot their gardens. While attending our Pollinator Gardening Quick Start class is helpful\, it is not required—this is a completely different\, more advanced discussion focused on building resilient\, thriving pollinator habitats. Bandera Rd Location
URL:https://www.rainbowgardens.biz/event/advanced-pollinator-gardening/
LOCATION:Rainbow Gardens Bandera\, 8516 Bandera Rd\, San Antonio\, Texas\, 78250
CATEGORIES:Bandera Location,Bandera Location Only,Plant Care,Seminars 8516 Bandera Rd.
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robin Norton":MAILTO:rainbowgardensrobin@yahoo.com
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SUMMARY:Top Notch Ten: 10 Drought Tolerant Native Perennials
DESCRIPTION:Top Notch Ten: 10 Drought Tolerant Native Perennials\nIn this class\, learn with Shannon Grace of Texas Bean Freak\, how to design a beautiful\, low-maintenance landscape with drought-tolerant perennials suited for Texas conditions. This class covers plant selection\, water-wise gardening techniques\, and tips for creating resilient gardens that thrive in heat and limited rainfall. Bandera Location
URL:https://www.rainbowgardens.biz/event/top-notch-ten-10-drought-tolerant-native-perennials/
LOCATION:Rainbow Gardens Bandera\, 8516 Bandera Rd\, San Antonio\, Texas\, 78250
CATEGORIES:Bandera Location,Bandera Location Only,Plant Care,Seminars 8516 Bandera Rd.
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robin Norton":MAILTO:rainbowgardensrobin@yahoo.com
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SUMMARY:Native Plants: Building a Garden for Pollinators & Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Native Plants: Building a Garden for Pollinators & Wildlife\nJoin 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 other wildlife\, and offers practical tips for successfully growing them in your home landscape. Bandera Rd Location
URL:https://www.rainbowgardens.biz/event/native-plants-building-a-garden-for-pollinators-wildlife/
LOCATION:Rainbow Gardens Bandera\, 8516 Bandera Rd\, San Antonio\, Texas\, 78250
CATEGORIES:Bandera Location,Bandera Location Only,Plant Care,Seminars 8516 Bandera Rd.
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robin Norton":MAILTO:rainbowgardensrobin@yahoo.com
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