Extension Educationin Williamson County

Do you have a home landscape that needs help, but you’re on a budget? The Water Efficient Landscape Design Program provides you the skills to be your own landscape designer. You bring the project and we provide the guidance! You will learn basic landscape design techniques, native/adaptive plant selection and placement, design aesthetics, how to install hardscapes, rainwater harvesting and efficient irrigation to help your landscape become the envy of the neighborhood and be water efficient. Registration: For a couple (2 people) to attend and design 1 project/landscape,... Read More →

  On Monday, September 14th, 2020, the Williamson County Master Gardeners monthly meeting will feature “Shade Gardening” by Jane Bowman, Williamson County . If you have trouble with the shaded areas in your yard, this class is for YOU! Join us on Monday, September 14th from 7:00-8:00pm as we tackle the common areas of concern with your shaded areas. This Monthly Meeting will focus on; determining your level of shade, ornamental's, adaptive plants, water issues, and mulch. Stay til the end for some additional helpful resources! This meeting... Read More →

  To Register: https://tamu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIoceCvqT4tGNI1ydoftnM13ow5tVnJbHl3 Late Season irrigation, vine & vineyard maintenance, and planning for 2021, led by Michael Cook, Justin Scheiner, and Fran Pontasch. A grower/winemaker review of 2020 in North Texas.

Gardening in containers is a great way to grow your horticulture skills! If you have a small yard or patio that needs a pop of ornamental color, are frustrated with the poor soils on your property, or just simply don’t have the space to grow your fruits and veggies, then give container gardening a try. This course is such a fun way to put the Spiller, Filler and Thriller back in your life and your landscape. You won’t be able to contain yourself! Cost: FREE Tuesday, September 15,... Read More →

  When: September 16, 17, 23 & 24, 2020 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. (CST) ___________ If you have attended the Beekeeping Basics program or already have bees and are ready for some more in depth information, this course will cover those needs! We will discuss the next steps in beekeeping now that you are beekeeper, but still don't have all the answers, in a four part series. This is very much a "What's Next?" course. Topics: • Pests & Diseases of Bees & their Management • Mite Management &... Read More →

When: September 16, 17, 23 & 24, 2020 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. (CST) ___________ If you have attended the Beekeeping Basics program or already have bees and are ready for some more in depth information, this course will cover those needs! We will discuss the next steps in beekeeping now that you are beekeeper, but still don't have all the answers, in a four part series. This is very much a "What's Next?" course. Topics: • Pests & Diseases of Bees & their Management • Mite Management & Monitoring... Read More →

  This class is a barrel of fun! Rainwater is the best water for your lawn, landscape or vegetable garden; Divert it, Save it, Use it! Come learn the basics and benefits of rainwater harvesting and reduce the effect your stormwater has on the environment. Participants will learn how to collect and utilize rainwater at home and have the opportunity to purchase their very own 55-gallon rain barrel. Rain barrels are recycled food-grade containers and are roughly 24" wide by 36" tall. Cost: FREE** Thursday, September 17, 2020... Read More →

The 9th Annual Texas Fruit Conference on September 21st and 22nd will be held On-line, rather than in person. The COVID-19 pandemic has not regressed to the point that we feel holding our event in person is in our mutual best interests. We are committed to providing an easily-accessible, On-line web conference that will be practical and educational for the diverse Texas fruit growing community’s needs. Our tentative program plan is as follows: Session 1, Monday, September 21st: 1 pm to 5:00 pm: Intro to Fruit Growing Workshop---a... Read More →

  When: September 16, 17, 23 & 24, 2020 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. (CST) ___________ If you have attended the Beekeeping Basics program or already have bees and are ready for some more in depth information, this course will cover those needs! We will discuss the next steps in beekeeping now that you are beekeeper, but still don't have all the answers, in a four part series. This is very much a "What's Next?" course. Topics: • Pests & Diseases of Bees & their Management • Mite Management &... Read More →