Gardening Essentials Classes

GVST Gardening Essentials Class - 3rd Monday Each Month

Free and Open to the Public
The Next Gardening Essentials Class is December 16, 2024
Doors open to public at 11:30 am

We appreciate you and look forward to seeing you - No Registration Required

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a beginner, this in-person event is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their gardening knowledge or skills. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from expert gardeners and fellow gardening enthusiasts, who will share their knowledge and tips on various gardening techniques. From choosing the right plants for your garden to proper soil preparation and maintenance, we’ll cover all the essentials you need to know to help create a thriving garden.

GVST Gardening Essentials Class - 3rd Monday Each Month

Free and Open to the Public

December 16, 2024 12 Noon-3:00pm (Doors open to public at 11:30 am).

San Antonio Garden Center - 3310 N New Braunfels Avenue San Antonio, Texas

Join us for these holiday-themed presentations:

• Rachel Cywinski of Gardening Volunteers of South Texas will share a brief overview of "Texas native species related to the better-known Mexican poinsettia"

• Robin Maymar, President of San Antonio Herb Society, will provide extensive and detailed instructions for "Growing herbs in your garden for home use".

Gardening Essential Extras!

× Plant Xchange: Bring your plants to share and find some new ones.

× Lunch Social – Meet & Greet: Bring your favorite dish to share with list of ingredients; and enjoy lunching together!

$5 donation appreciated.

Gardening Essentials classes are endorsed by the Mayor's Fitness Council of San Antonio.

Volunteer support makes it possible for GVST to keep flowing smoothly and be available for all.

Gardening Essentials class. Free and open to the public.

Volunteers!

GVST is using SignUp to help organize our upcoming Gardening Essentials Classes: "We can always use your help"

Here's how it works in 3 easy steps:

Click the Signup Link or use our volunteer page to see our options on SignUp:
Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
Sign up! It's Easy - you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on SignUp.

Note: GVST & SignUp does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact us and we can sign you up manually - (gvst2002@gmail.com).

Door Prizes & More

Come enjoy this festive time of fellowship!

Gardening Essential Extras!

Free and Open to the Public ($5.00 Donation Appreciated)
Potluck Social - Meet & Greet: Bring your favorite dish to share and enjoy lunching with our group!
Plant Xchange: Bring in your plants so GVST & friends can find them a new home!
Information tables with FREE goodies.

General Information about the Classes

The GVST Gardening Essentials classes are typically held on the third Monday of each month. We try and cover important topics that will help you establish and maintain a beautiful and water efficient landscape. The classes are always informal, interactive and fun. Here are the basics.

Class runs from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
You can bring a brown bag lunch /snack (or contribute and participate in the pot luck buffet).
We have door prizes at each class. A $5 donation is appreciated to support that activity.
You can have your hand-pruning tools sharpened ($3 ea. - Returns in January 2025)
We host pass-along plants & sell tables. You're welcome to bring plants and seeds to share with the group.
There are always knowledgeable gardeners there to ask and answer questions.

For more information about the Gardening Essentials Classes, please email us at gvst2002@gmail.com or info@gardeningvolunteers.org.