Register Now for Grow Your Own ClassesRegistration for the popular Grow Your Own series of classes is open now. This 6-class series is jointly offered by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and the Fort Bend Master Gardeners.
For more information and to register, visit the Grow Your Own page. |
What to Expect from Citrus After the Freeze
By Deborah Birge, Fort Bend County Master Gardener After a freeze, our instincts tell us to do something right away. However, there is little that can help the situation at the time. It is impossible to determine the complete extent of tree damage. Why? Because twigs and branches will continue to die for a period of several months to a couple of years following the severe freeze, we just experienced. Read what experts recommend you do. |
Improving the quality of life through horticulture education.
- Ask a Master Gardener your garden related questions.
- Request a speaker from our Speaker’s Bureau for your meeting or event. (Adult events)
- Request a talk or demo through our Youth Activities Committee. (Youth/School events)
- Request an “Ask a Master Gardener” booth for your fair or event.
- Attend fun and educational gardening events.
- Find online garden information, specifically for Fort Bend County.
- Become a Master Gardener!
- Texas Master Gardener Association
Want to Water Your Landscape the Right Way?
Anita Maddox, Fort Bend County Master Gardener
Did you know the best time to water your landscape is early in the morning before 10 a.m. (best), or late in the evening after 6 p.m.? If you water during the heat of the day, some of your water is lost to evaporation. Learn more.