El Paso Master Gardeners

10/15/2026

We had a fantastic Master Gardener Association monthly meeting!
We kicked off the day with a CEU on succulents, a reminder that learning never stops as a Master Gardener. Whether you're new to gardening or have years of experience, there's always something new to discover!
After the meeting, members and their guests enjoyed our annual cookout hosted by the Social Committee. Great food, great company, and great conversations made for a perfect gathering.
A big thank you to everyone who attended and to our Social Committee for organizing such a fun event!

10/14/2026

Today in the AgriLife Vegetable Garden: Rosie and Cynthia L. picked weeds in the fruit tree orchard; we spotted an Ichiban eggplant and small pumpkin in the vegetable patch; beautiful Cow Pen daisies that re-seeded themselves from last year's plants and seedlings of Flat Italian Parsley too. Oh...and our resident Great Horned Owl continues to watch over the development if this garden. 😄

10/09/2026

Reminder! This free workshop is tomorrow. Make sure and attend for a chance to win a Rain Barrel.🛢️ We hope to see you there.

The workshop will be held inside of the Bassett Place main mall entrance facing I-10 between Kohl’s and Burlington. It will be in Suite 520, right next to the Crime Stoppers location.

Ready to protect your garden this winter? 🍂❄️ Join Master Gardener Robin Scofield this Saturday for a FREE workshop: Winterizing Your Desert Hardy Garden: Thrive Through the Cold!

Learn what fruits and vegetables grow well in El Paso over the cold months, review our local planting calendar, and get expert winter watering and pipe protection tips!

🗓 Saturday, October 10, 2026
⏰ 12:00 P.M. – 1:30 P.M.
📍 Bassett Place Mall (6101 Gateway West)
💵 FREE!
Scan the QR code on the flyer to get more details! 📲✨

https://txmg.org/elpaso/event/winterizing-your-desert-hardy-garden-thrive-through-the-cold/

10/05/2026

Ready to protect your garden this winter? 🍂❄️ Join Master Gardener Robin Scofield this Saturday for a FREE workshop: Winterizing Your Desert Hardy Garden: Thrive Through the Cold!

Learn what fruits and vegetables grow well in El Paso over the cold months, review our local planting calendar, and get expert winter watering and pipe protection tips!

🗓 Saturday, October 10, 2026
⏰ 12:00 P.M. – 1:30 P.M.
📍 Bassett Place Mall (6101 Gateway West)
💵 FREE!
Scan the QR code on the flyer to get more details! 📲✨

https://txmg.org/elpaso/event/winterizing-your-desert-hardy-garden-thrive-through-the-cold/

09/25/2026

El Paso Master Gardeners will be at the El Paso Zoo this Saturday!

Plant questions? El Paso Master Gardeners have the answers! Join us on September 26th at our Information Table at the 22nd Annual Chihuahuan Desert Fiesta at the El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens.

At our Information Tables you can ask gardening and landscape questions and pick up free gardening brochures. Our Information Tables are part of the zoo’s educational activities which include animal encounters, entertainment, and discovery tables with local organizations and conservation programs.

Visit our website for more informaton.
https://txmg.org/elpaso

🌵🪇🪅 The 22nd Annual Chihuahuan Desert Fiesta at the El Paso Zoo invites visitors to explore a vibrant microcosm of one of the world’s most diverse deserts.
- Through interactive exhibits, live demonstrations, and local conservation showcases, guests can experience the beauty, wildlife, and culture of the Chihuahuan Desert all in one place!
- Full Fiesta Schedule Information visit: https://chihuahuandesert.org/fiesta-information/

📅 Saturday, September 26
⏰ 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
📍 Throughout the zoo’s Chihuahuan Desert section

❤️ The El Paso Zoo celebrates the value of animals and natural resources. It creates opportunities for people to rediscover their connection to nature.

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09/24/2026

Does the joy of seeing baby plants emerge ever go away? We think not!
We are so excited to see our Texas Mountain Laurel seeds growing! We sowed them on September 4th, and just two weeks later they’ve already sprouted!

Want to learn how we did it? Check out our mini tutorial by watching our reel!

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1HxcSq4RAF/?mibextid=wwXIfr

09/22/2026

Autumn officially begins at 6:04 MST today, but Rosie and the AgriLife Garden had an early reception for it this morning. Bumble Bees, dragonflies, birds and lots of flowers joined in to celebrate as well. However, the celebration came to an abrupt end when the storm crashed in. But it's all good since the rainwater will provide nitrogen to the established plants and humidity for the seeds that were planted today. Happy Fall Y'all! 🍁🍊🥔🥕🥦🫛🫜🥬🌧

09/20/2026

Coming up this Saturday!
Ready for fall planting? 🍂 Join the Texas Master Gardeners for FREE Tips for Fall Gardening! Enjoy tours on fall crops, greenhouse propagation & bed prep, plus Q&A at 10 AM & kid activities.
📅 Sept 26, 2026 | 9 AM-12 PM
📍 Ascarate Teaching Garden (301 Manny Martinez Sr Dr)
🆓 Free Admission!