Sustainable Science in the Garden Science is all around us and we are demonstrating the many ways science and gardening connect! Rainbow Gardens has teamed up with Taste of Science San Antonio and Two Hoes Gardening to bring you “Sustainable Science in the Garden”. We will discuss soil health, year-round gardening, Texas perennials and how […]
All About Trees! Tree Planting & Care Class Are you considering planting or having a professional plant a tree on your property? Great idea! It will provide shade and oxygen, increase your property value, improve aesthetics and improve mental well-being. If you have questions on how to care for your newly planted tree, what trees […]
Fertilizer for Beginners Confused about fertilizer? You’re not alone! What do those 3 numbers mean? How do you use it and why? There are different types of soil (from sandy to silty to clay), and each soil has its pros and cons. On top of this, every garden has its own history— which consists of […]
20 No Fail Texas Native Plants Are you wanting to garden with more Texas native plants? Haeley Giambalvo of NativeBackyards.com is sharing her Top 20 No-Fail Texas Native Plants for your San Antonio garden! She’ll help you make smart decisions by prioritizing plants that are easy to grow and look great. For each plant, Haeley will walk […]
How to get the most out of your Garden Do you want to learn how to get the most out of your garden this spring? Would you like to learn the best practices with fertilizer, watering tips, etc...? Then this class is for you! Come explore the how to’s of "How to get the most […]
San Antonio Rose Society visits both Rainbow Gardens locations The San Antonio Rose Society will be at both our Thousand Oaks and Bandera locations! The members will be here to answer all of your rose questions and help you select the perfect rose for you. Come check out all of our different varieties at both […]
Welcome to Texas Gardening Are you new to Bexar County? Do you have questions about what will grow and when? Or maybe you’re new to gardening all together? Come join us for this fun, free class as Lynn Cox, Bexar County Master Gardener, helps us navigate through the seasons and will let us know what […]
The Butterfly Landing is at Bandera Location on Saturdays 11-4 Every Saturday 11-4 come visit with Butterfly Expert Laura Jarvis of The Butterfly Landing. She will help you with plant suggestions, answer any questions and offer advice. So come on out to the Pollinator Garden and get some help making your garden a pollinator destination.
Transitioning to Native Turf: Restoring Our Connection, Saving Water Join Michelle Gorham of Native American Seed as she presents Transitioning to Native Turf: Restoring Our Connection, Saving Water. If you lost the battle for the perfect American lawn in the hot dry summer of 2023 but still desire that patch of green in which to […]
Essential Plants for Wildlife and Pollinators, The Keys to the Circle Of Life This class is all about wildlife and how we create gardens and landscapes that draw and support birds, beneficials, bees, butterflies, moths, and all types of wildlife, learning the difference in the plants we choose to plant. Join Laura Jarvis of The […]
Let’s Talk About Soil, Soil Amendments and Organics! In Bexar County and surrounding areas, we have a number of challenges with our native soils. How would you like to learn […]
Cultivating Figs in the New World Join Figbeard for an inspiring exploration of Figs in the Americas! From their arrival on our continent, to their role in early American life and economy, to […]
The Butterfly Landing is at Bandera Location on Saturdays 11-4 Every Saturday 11-4 come visit with Butterfly Expert Laura Jarvis of The Butterfly Landing. She will help you with plant […]
Pollinator Gardening Quick Start Laura Jarvis (Owner of The Butterfly Landing) will tell us all we need to know to get started and set up our very own Pollinator Gardens. […]
Resilient Gardening Using Low Water Usage Plants Would you like to have plants that survive our Texas summer heat? Let's discuss some low water use plants to create a landscape […]
Mother's Day Hanging Baskets This event is open to anyone! And at a very special low price! Come make Mom a hanging basket for Mother's day. We will have all […]
The Basics of Landscape Groundcovers In landscaping, the term ground covers usually refers to any one of a group of low-lying plants with a creeping, spreading habit that are used […]
Society Saturday Have you ever wanted to get involved in a local gardening group? Are you curious about what programs, classes and activities are going on around town in the […]
Texas Superstars - Perennial Pleasures Gardening in Texas can be tough! Texas gardeners need plants that tolerate extremes. Searing summer heat, drought, and winters that can feel like a deep […]
Advanced Pollinator Gardening Do you love pollinators and want to take your garden to the next level? Come learn with Laura Jarvis, owner of the Butterfly Landing, as she tells […]
