Tuesday,
February 8, 2005 – 7:00 p.m.
Vegetable Gardening in the BV – Dr. Sam Cotner
Texas A&M University College Station, TX
Vegetable gardening in the Brazos Valley can be enjoyable and challenging
at the same time. Dr. Sam Cotner, author of the Vegetable Book,
will help get your spring garden off to a great start with useful
information on: variety selection, planting tips, fertilization
and much more.
Registration: $10 Members, $15 Non-Members
Please add $5 for on-site registration.
Tuesday, March 8, 2005 – 7:00 p.m.
Roses: Yesterday and Tomorrow – Mr. Mike Shoup
Antique Rose Emporium Independence, TX
Mike is among the foremost authorities on roses and rose culture.
He is particularly knowledgeable about “old” roses and
their use in the landscape. Mike will share information on new
selections, design, culture and maintenance, as well as the latest
news from the ARE.
Registration: $10 Members, $15 Non-Members
Please add $5 for on-site registration.
Tuesday, April 12, 2005 – 7:00 p.m.
Texas Wildflowers – Stephen Brueggerhoff
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Austin, TX
Wildflowers are one of our states most loved and valued natural
resources. Stephen's work at the Wildflower Center focuses on
educational programs for adults. He will provide an overview of
projects and activities underway at the Center as well as details
on upcoming programs and events.
Registration: $10 Members, $15 Non-Members
Please add $5 for on-site registration
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Tuesday,
May 10, 2005 – 7:00 p.m.
Plant Extravaganza – Dr. David Creech
Stephen F. Austin Mast Arboretum Nacogdoches, TX
We are extremely honored to welcome Dr. Creech to our Lecture
Series lineup. David is recognized as an authority on plant materials
from around the world. He will share information on new and unusual
specimens for use in the landscape, as well as the latest developments
at SFA.
Registration: $10 Members, $15 Non-Members
Please add $5 for on-site registration.
Tuesday, June 14, 2005 – 7:00 p.m.
Linda’s Gingers & Tropicals – Ms. Linda Gay
Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens Houston, TX
Linda has amassed an incredible collection of landscape tropicals
and gingers at the Mercer Arboretum. These are some of the hottest
plants on the market and many are well adapted to the Brazos Valley.
Linda will also provide an update on the Mercer’s summer
plant sale.
Registration: $10 Members, $15 Non-Members
Please add $5 for on-site registration.
Tuesday, July 12, 2005 – 7:00 p.m.
Floral Design Workshop – Mr. Jim Johnson
Texas A&M University College Station, TX
Back by popular demand, Mr. J will conduct a special design workshop
featuring materials from the garden. If you have not had the opportunity
to participate in one of these events we highly recommend that
you get this special event on your calendar. Seating is limited!
Registration: $25 Members, $35 Non-Members
Sorry, no on-site registration.
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