Tag Archives: Brazoria County Extension

Gardening In The Gulf Coast: Replace Those Water Hogs

Gardening on the Gulf Coast Lecture Series: Replace those Water Hogs! with Agent Ginger Easton-Smith, starting at 10 am. Sponsored by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Southeast Region. A compliment to xeriscape gardening, this program further explores plants that use less water in the garden. This is a presentation via MS TEAMS.  FREE with registration,   CLICK HERE   www.eventbrite.com/e/gardening-on-the-gulf-coast-tickets-137506051301

After Freeze Spring Turf Care

After Freeze Spring Turf Care Stephen Brueggerhoff, CEA – Horticulture; Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service 3/28/2021 Winter Storm Uri inflicted widespread damage to our communities this past month, and some of our neighbors may still be recovering from the event. The freezing temperatures certainly impacted our landscapes, with each plant showing varying damage symptoms such as discoloration, vegetation softening and woody stems becoming brittle and prompting our desire to prune the problems away. I have asked neighbors to have patience and monitor their plants for any signs of… Read More →

Gardening on the Gulf Coast – Pollinator Gardens

Join Horticulture Agent Paul Winski to learn about the types of pollinators and which plants will attract them to your garden. FREE: Click:  REGISTER HERE

Forage Series – Basic Weed Control

You will earn 2 CEUs for this class. You have two options to participate:
#1) Online ($15)
#2) In person at the Brazoria Co. Extension office.($20)
To register go online at www.tinyurl.com/y3s8tahk . Read More →

Keep Pearland Beautiful – Companion Planting

Keep Pearland Beautiful presents a FREE lecture – Companion Planting with horticulture agent Stephen Brueggerhoff. This will be a Facebook Live! event, and browse to Brazoria County AgriLife Extension Facebook page to join in: www.facebook.com/brazoriacountyextension/ Companion Planting.  It is fascinating to learn about plants that are both beneficial and complementary  to one another.  This lecture is broadcast live and starts at 7pm. KPB garden lecture series promotes best practices in home garden development and management. Instructed by Brazoria County AgriLife Horticulture Agent Stephen Brueggerhoff and Brazoria County Master… Read More →

Keep Pearland Beautiful-Pruning Ornamental Trees

Keep Pearland Beautiful presents a FREE lecture – Pruning Ornamental Trees with Agent Stephen Brueggerhoff. This will be a Facebook Live! event, and browse to Brazoria County AgriLife Extension Facebook page to join in: www.facebook.com/brazoriacountyextension/ Pruning Ornamental Trees. Learn about pruning and maintenance techniques for  your ornamental trees to keep them healthy and beautiful. This lecture is broadcast live and starts at 7pm. KPB garden lecture series promotes best practices in home garden development and management. Instructed by Brazoria County AgriLife Horticulture Agent Stephen Brueggerhoff and Brazoria County… Read More →

FREEZE AND FROST

Protecting Plants During a Freeze Stephen Brueggerhoff, CEA – Horticulture; Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service 12/08/2020 December’s cool weather is always welcome like an old friend that briefly visits for a few months, reminding that we have thick layers of fabric in reserve to ward off the bite of frost or sustained freezes from less-than fair weather guests. Understanding types of cool weather events is key to properly dressing up our plants in just the right fashion for adequate protection. I have adapted an article written by AgriLife… Read More →

Town & Country 5 CEU Live-Video Stream Seminar January 14, 2021——————– Registration Link: https://jan14ceu.eventbrite.com

On Site / Virtual Hybrid
Presenters will be live-streamed from their individual sites. Participants will have the option to view the presentation independently or at the County Extension Office to view as a small group. On site participation is limited and pending approval.
Read More →

2020 Brazoria County Pecan Show

Entries are now being accepted for the Brazoria County Pecan Show, with three categories for commercial, classic and new division and natives. To find out more and enter, click here

CANCELED – Tax Appraisal & DPS

The Brazoria County Appraisal District will present Ag Exemptions, qualifications, applications, and the proper forms to file for taxes and farm taxes information. Department of Public Safety will present on license requirements, rules and regulation on trailers, farm equipment and vehicles on roadways.
Read More →