The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Fort Bend County, along with the Fort Bend County Master Gardeners, present a seven-class program on creating a productive edible garden in the home landscape. Participants will learn how to start a garden, the keys to success, what to plant and when, and how to reap the benefits of year-round food production in Fort Bend County.
Please register in advance!!
Print a copy of the flyer here: Printable Flyer
For questions and information, contact: Brandy Rader at 281-342-3034 or brandy.rader@ag.tamu.edu.
Edible Garden Planning
Date: Saturday, January 11, 2025
Time: 9:00-10:30 am
Location: 1330 Band Road, Rosenberg, TX 77471
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Learn about site selection, setting up garden beds, container gardening, and planning for vegetables, fruit trees and other edibles along with soil fertility and soil testing.
Fruit Trees
Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025
Time: 9:00-10:30 am
Location: 1330 Band Road, Rosenberg, TX 77471
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Learn about fruit trees, including semi-tropicals, which are suitable for and thrive in Fort Bend County. Topics covered will include when and how to plant the trees, common problems and their resolutions.
Setting Up a Raised Bed/Planter
Date: Saturday, March 1, 2025
Time: 9:00-10:30 am
Note – Different Location: Fort Bend County Fairgrounds, 4310 Hwy 36 South, Building B, Rosenberg, TX 77471
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Learn about the pros and cons of using different materials to make raised beds, set up considerations and maintenance. Planters including pots will also be covered.
Warm Season Vegetable & Herbs
Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025
Time: 9:00-10:30 am
Location: 1330 Band Road, Rosenberg, TX 77471
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Learn how to plan and maintain your spring and summer garden and how to select vegetables that do well in Fort Bend County. Growing vegetables in containers or small spaces will be covered, as well as the basics of drip and sprinkler system irrigation methods.
Vegetable Pest and Disease Management – (Now Open for Registration)
Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
Time: 9:00-10:30 am
Location: 1330 Band Road, Rosenberg, TX 77471
Learn how to identify and manage common vegetable garden pests and diseases using integrated pest management techniques.
Composting – (Now Open for Registration)
Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025
Time: 9:00-10:30 am
Location: 1330 Band Road, Rosenberg, TX 77471
Making your own compost can be a fun and rewarding activity. There are many advantages to making compost, including a healthier garden and less yard waste going to a landfill. Learn how you can easily make your own compost using items from your kitchen, yard, and gardens.
Cool Season Vegetables & Herbs – (Now Open for Registration)
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time: 9:00-10:30 am
Location: 1330 Band Road, Rosenberg, TX 77471
Should you sow seeds or buy transplants? How about herbs? Learn about choosing the right vegetables for fall and early winter.
For questions and information, contact: Brandy Rader at 281-342-3034 or brandy.rader@ag.tamu.edu.