Wildflower ID Walk
Join Arboretum staff for a relaxed walk to the Meadow to identify some of our most common fall wildflowers.
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Plants & Gardening
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Winter Tree ID
Learn how to identify trees based on some not-so-obvious characteristics like twig morphology and get into the real nitty-gritty of tree ID.
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Prairie Wildflowers
Celebrate National Prairie Day by learning some common wildflower species, how to identify them, and how they fit in our prairie ecosystems.
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Secrets of the Swamp
When you think of swamps, you probably think of mud and mosquitoes – but Houston’s swamps are more mysterious and fascinating than you think!
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The Secret Life of Soil
Learn about the factors that form our many soil types, how they impact life above ground, and what you can do to improve your garden’s soil.
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Gardening for Butterflies
Discover the best ways to support butterflies in your space from nectar plants for adults to host plants for caterpillars.
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Intro to Native Plants
In this hands-on class learn why native plants are important, good species to start with, and how to begin gardening with natives.
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Tree Planting Workshop
November to February is the best time to plant trees in Houston. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn best practices for tree planting!
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Beginner Botany
There are about 5,000 species of flowering plants in Texas – that’s pretty intimidating for beginner botanists!
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Gardening with Native Grasses
Learn how to use native grasses to benefit wildlife and add beauty and dimension to any space – even containers.
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Fall Plant Sale
Get ready for fall planting at our Fall Plant Sale! Texas native wildflowers, grasses, shrubs, and trees will be featured.
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Backyard Wildlife Habitat Certification Series
If you want to get serious about building a backyard wildlife habitat but don’t know where to start, we’ve got you covered!
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Backyard Wildlife Habitat Certification Series
If you want to get serious about building a backyard wildlife habitat but don’t know where to start, we’ve got you covered!
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Growing Native Milkweed
In this class we’ll de-mystify milkweed, from the best species to grow to how to start seed and even the right soil for your plants.
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Backyard Wildlife Habitat Certification Series
If you want to get serious about building a backyard wildlife habitat but don’t know where to start, we’ve got you covered!
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Native Plant Propagation
In this hands-on class you’ll learn about different methods of plant propagation and get the rare opportunity to collect seeds and cuttings.
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Spring Plant Sale
Spring is one of the best times to garden in Houston. Join us for our Spring Plant Sale where you can purchase a variety of Texas natives!
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Edible Wild Plants
Join Dr. Mark "Merriwether" Vorderbruggen as he gives you hands-on guidance on how to properly identify and utilize local edible wild plants.
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Backyard Wildlife Habitat Certification Series
If you want to get serious about building a backyard wildlife habitat but don’t know where to start, we’ve got you covered!
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Beginner Tree ID
In this class we’ll learn the basics of tree ID, from tree anatomy to common tree groups and what to look for in the field.