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, […]
Legume Literacy: All About Beans! Bean 101 class with Shannon Grace of Texas Bean Freak and Seedy and Shady AF: A Sketchy Gardening Podcast. In this class, we’ll learn: -The league of Legumes (what are they) -Bush, pole, and runner beans oh my! Bean types and how to choose the best for your space. -The […]
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 […]
Thrillers, Fillers and Spillers; Creating Containers that Pop! Take 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. […]
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 […]
Top Notch Ten: 10 Drought Tolerant Native Perennials In 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 […]
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 […]
