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May – August 2022
SPECIAL WATERSAVER ISSUE E X HIBITION:
ROOTED
PRESERVING OAK TREES
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AS WE LOOK TO SUMMER, I hope you had a chance to experience the splendor of spring at the Garden. Bluebonnets, Indian paintbrushes, Redbuds, and other favorite Texas blooms always dazzle with colors of deep indigo, fiery orange, red, and bright magenta. Flower and tree roots have now grown deeper ensuring nourishment and stability. These miraculous and complex root systems give plants and the Garden resilience and strength.
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Celebrating Roots
The Garden’s own roots run deeper than ever, with programs and events for all ages that bring nature to life. I invite you to celebrate roots through art as the Garden presents Steve Tobin: R ooted. This is Tobin’s largest collection of sculptures ever displayed in a public garden and features over-scaled, stylized “roots” made from recycled steel oil pipes (many from right here in Texas). R ooted also features new art created specifically for the Garden, inspired by Tobin’s first Texas exhibition in nearly 30 years. Be the first in the world to experience his dynamic Tornado Nests, playful Twisties, and amazing Icicles sculptures in this spectacular exhibition. More Flowers and Fun This Summer
This summer, we are excited to launch LUSH: Twilight in the Garden every third Thursday through October with extended evening hours, live music, and beautiful bloom displays. Returning is the wildly popular Garden to Table series featuring talented local chefs with a garden-inspired three-course dinner in the outdoor kitchen. Children’s summer camps are also returning. Bring the little ones to cool off as they wade and explore the Greehey No Name Creek, with new extended hours until close each day. There is always something blooming for you at the Garden. We hope to see you soon! Cheers,
Sabina Carr
Chief Executive Officer
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The San Antonio Botanical Garden's conservation programs are generously supported in part by Hollomon Price Foundation.
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MEXICAN DWARF OAK (Quercus depressipies)
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HINCKLEY OAK (Quercus hinckleyi)
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Oak Trees
Mexican dwarf oak, Hinckley oak, and Late-leaf oak are three of the five oak tree species classified as rare in Texas. The San Antonio Botanical Garden and other organizations are dedicated to ensuring these oaks are conserved for future generations. IN NOVEMBER 2020, Garden botanist Michael Eason and Adam Black, freelance botanist, along with Texas Nature Conservancy personnel hiked Mt. Livermore in Jeff Davis County to collect root material from the only United States population of Mexican dwarf oak (Quercus depressipies). Two years later, the root material has yielded plants that will be shared with other botanical gardens and become part of the San Antonio Botanical Garden’s living collection. During the summer of 2021, Eason and Black worked with the Global Conservation Consortium for Oak to collect additional plant material. They succeeded in securing both cuttings and acorns from the threatened Hinckley oak (Quercus hinckleyi) on private land in southern Presidio County along the Texas/Mexico border. In mid-2022, Eason, Black, and other botanists from around the United States, will search for the Late-leaf oak (Quercus tardifolia) in the upper elevations of the Chisos Mountains of Big Bend National Park, a project sponsored by the United States Botanic Garden. The last known individual of the Late-leaf oak perished sometime after 2011. This will be the first systematic search for other
Late-leaf oaks in the rugged and remote canyons of the high Chisos Mountains. If found, the botanists will document with GPS and herbarium specimens, collect leaf material for molecular analysis, and visit later in the season to obtain acorns. These wild populations are at constant risk from wildfires, climate change, pests, and excessive animal consumption. By collecting and growing plant material now, botanists can prevent the extinction of Texas’ rare oak species and provide documented, healthy plant material to botanical gardens where they can be propagated, used as educational material, and future re-introductions. Photos: 1. The diminutive Hinckley oak, center, nearly dwarfed by a
mature sotol. Mature Hinckley oaks rarely breach 4 feet in height. Adam Black preparing to collect stem material. 2. Habitat of Hinckley oak: barren limestone hills dominated by sotol, lechuguilla, and ocotillo. 3. Mexican dwarf oak (Quercus depressipies) immature acorns. 4. Hinckley oak (Quercus hinckleyi) acorns and leaves. 5. Adam Black (left), freelance botanist and Andrew Hipp (right) of Morton Arboretum collecting oak material in Juniper Canyon. sabot.org
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EXHIBITION APR 16 – OCT 30, 2022
The San Antonio Botanical Garden is proud to welcome Rooted, an exhibition of natureinspired, monumental sculptures by acclaimed artist Steve Tobin. The exhibition is Tobin’s largest to date and features works spanning his 40-year career, with more than 20 sculptures rooted throughout the Garden.
are casts of upturned trees that expose the intricate root systems beneath. The Steelroots series includes smooth, abstract root interpretations that explore negative space and shifting shadow. The artist’s most current collections inspired by forces of nature includes polished clouds, egg-laden nests, and spiraling tornados. Admired and collected throughout the world, Tobin’s towering works explore the power, grace, and complexity of nature. Guests are encouraged to engage with the sculptures, wander beneath them, and reflect on their own powerful roots of heritage, family, and community. Visit SABOT.ORG/ROOTED to view the exhibition map and explore R ooted special events, workshops, and classes for all ages. ICONIC SCULPTURES IN TOBIN’S BRONZE ROOTS SERIES
STEVE TOBIN IS A CONTEMPORARY AMERICAN ARTIST KNOWN FOR HIS DRAMATIC, NATURE-INSPIRED SCULPTURES. He developed
ABOUT
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an interest in the fusion of art, science, and ideas as a theoretical mathematics student at Tulane University. His organic works are crafted in glass, clay, wood, bronze, and steel. He is best known for his Trinity R oot, a cast of the stump and roots of a sycamore tree that was smashed by debris during the September 11 terrorist attacks in New York City. Tobin’s work has been shown in museums across the United States and abroad including the American Museum of Natural History in New York; the Retretti Art Centre in Punkaharju, Finland; The Carpe Diem Gallery in Paris, France; the Sanske Galerie in Zürich, Switzerland; and the Shanghai Jing’An International Sculpture Project in Shanghai, China. Tobin lives and works in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. The complete collection of his artwork and exhibitions can be viewed at STEVETOBIN.COM.
THANK YOU TO SPONSORS:
DICKSON-ALLEN FOUNDATION
BETTY STIEREN KELSO FOUNDATION
RUSSELL HILL ROGERS FUND FOR THE ARTS
GRETCHEN SWANSON FAMILY FOUNDATION
A Santikos Art in the Garden Exhibition
CYNTHIA AND FORREST MILLER
Additional support provided by the Host Committee
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WAT E R S AV E R GARDEN DESERT WILLOW BURGUNDY (Chilopsis linearis)
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BEJEWELED LAWN
Bird Bath
An ornamental alternative to the traditional lawn
WATERWISE PLANTS THAT BLOOM WITH
‘WARM COLORS’
FAIRY DUSTER (Calliandra eriophylla x californica)
SALVIA ‘AMISTAD’ (Salvia x guaranitica)
COLORFUL WATERWISE PLANTS THAT THRIVE
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RENOWNED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT
WaterSaver G A RDEN
The KYSE WaterSaver Garden is a thriving demonstration area to help guests design beautiful and water conscious landscapes. In 2021, the Garden renewed this area to better display low water use plants and practices while modernizing it with strong aesthetics, an enhanced visitor experience, and increased learning opportunities. Water conservation garden designs have evolved and expanded beyond the classic cacti and succulent xeriscapes, prompting the Garden to refresh this inspiring space. 6
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designed the renewed WaterSaver Garden to feature a “bejeweled” lawn, limestone benches, and a limestone boulder bird bath. Native and adapted shrubs, perennials, ornamental grasses, bulbs, and flowering trees are highlighted throughout the area. Bursting with color, Fromme designed the area using an English “Mixed Border” style featuring more than 100 types of water-wise plants that visitors can incorporate into their home landscapes. Pollinator-friendly plants and a birdbath attracts a variety of species and inspires guests to consider how they might increase biodiversity in their own landscapes. TRES FROMME
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PAPERWHITES (Narcissus tazetta)
THE
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WATERWISE PLANTS THAT THRIVE ON
SHALLOW SOILS
WATERWISE PLANTS THAT BLOOM WITH
‘COOL COLORS’
THE “BEJEWELED LAWN” IN THE RENEWED WATERSAVER GARDEN FEATURES A BEAUTIFUL ALTERNATIVE TO THE CLASSIC WATER-GUZZLING TURF.
Ornamental grasses are interplanted with bulbs, the “jewels” of the lawn, to provide seasonal blooms. Ruby grass (Melinis nerviglumis) and prairie dropseed (Sporobolus heterolepis) are planted with oxblood lilies (R hodophiala bifida), grape hyacinth (Muscari neglectum), paperwhites (Narcissus tazetta), and others.
OXBLOOD LILIES (Rhodophiala bifida)
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TRES FROMME
PRAIRIE DROPSEED (Sporobolus heterolepis)
TRES FROMME, PRINCIPAL AND FOUNDER OF 3. FROMME DESIGN, has been active in the field
of landscape architecture for nearly 25 years. Fromme holds a Master’s in Landscape Architecture from the University of Georgia and a Bachelor of Science in Ornamental Horticulture from the University of Delaware. A proponent of experiential design, he choreographs relationships among people, spaces, and plants. Fromme has led planning and design at several prominent gardens, including Longwood Gardens, Atlanta Botanical Garden, Cheekwood Estate and Gardens, and the San Antonio Botanical Garden.
GRAPE HYACINTH (Muscari neglectum)
RUBY GRASS (Melinis nerviglumis) sabot.org
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TEXAS NATIVE
SOTOL SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Dasylirion wheeleri OTHER NAMES: Common Sotol, Desert Spoon, Desert Candle TYPE: Evergreen shrub FAMILY: Asparagaceae RANGE:
SOTOL (Dasylirion wheeleri)
THE E T H N O B O TA N Y OF
Sotol
originates from a single trunk which grows taller throughout the plant’s life, bursting into a concentrated plume of thin fibrous leaves from which the name Dasylirion originates (combining the Greek words for “dense/shaggy” and “lily”). Along the leaves are small defensive spines which leave distinctive impressions on other leaves during initial compacted development. The fibrous, flexible, and abundant nature of sotol leaves made them ideal for weaving into baskets, ropes, and other useful tools; artifacts of which have been found in the Lower Pecos dating back to 7000 BCE. When blooming, sotol produces a five-foot-tall stem covered in small green/ yellow/white flowers on male plants and pink/purple flowers on females. The light, but straight flower stalk was used for arrow shafts and to light fires. The true ‘meat’ of sotol is in the plant’s core. Prior to blooming, a sotol’s core contains extra starches which it converts into the energy needed to produce the stalk and flowers. When roasted, this core provided essential nutrients for the early peoples of the Lower Pecos who would scrape the ends of the leaves for extra meat, like an artichoke. These scraped leaves called ‘quids’ could then be
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Chihuahua desert of northern Mexico, New Mexico, Arizona, and west and central Texas SIZE: 3-6 feet when not in bloom BLOOM TIME: May, June, July every few years SOIL MOISTURE: Dry SOIL DESCRIPTION: May rot in low drainage soil; use mineral mulch instead of a bark mulch ATTRACTS: Insect pollinators
shaped and hardened into spoons, hence ‘desert spoon’, or discarded into trash piles. Archaeologists use these trash piles to help pinpoint early areas of human habitation. The core could also be fermented into a low alcohol drink like the pulque produced from agave. The alcohol killed bacteria, making it an important and safer alternative to water. When Europeans arrived in Central America, they distilled pulque into tequila and the Dasylirion-based drink into sotol - which eventually became the state drink of the Mexican states of Chihuahua, Durango, and Coahuila, earning theses states an appellation of origin in 2002. Sotol is rapidly becoming popular and uses the same aging criteria as tequila - plata meaning unaged; reposado meaning rested and aged up to one year; and añejo meaning aged more than one year. Other Dasylirions, which have distinctive flavors, can be used to make alcohol but must have alternate names to distinguish them from the true sotol of Chihuahua, Durango, and Coahuila. For instance, the thinner leafed Dasylirion texanum is used in the Texas Hill Country to make ‘Texas sotol’. Sotol’s importance to early peoples of the Americas because of its use in fire production, tools, and as an important food source may be exhibited through found cave drawing depictions of a humanoid figure with spikey leaves and fire around its head, thought to be the sotol spirit. As sotol surges in popularity for cocktails, it is important to remember the spikey plant that helped settle this region. By Maeve Bassett, Conservation and Volunteer Programs Specialist
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H I G H L I G H T: WAT E R S AV E R L A N E San Antonio Water System (SAWS) rewards residents for being a
Water Saver! YOU WILL FIND diverse examples of water-conserving residential landscapes.
Earn points toward free plants and gardening tools every time you attend a SAWS-approved conservation program at the Garden. Sign up for the program at GARDENSTYLESA. COM/REWARDS. Search “WaterSaver Rewards Eligible” on SABOT.ORG to find qualifying classes and events.
Join the Garden for upcoming
WaterSaver Rewards Eligible Programs Surviving the Summer Heat
WaterSaver Lane
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8 | 10 A.M. – 12 P.M.
is a popular exhibition at the Garden dedicated to inspiring San Antonio residents to create beautiful, water-conscious landscapes.
Learn how this region’s weather impacts gardens and lawns and how to create a resilient landscape. Shady Characters in the Garden WEDNESDAY, JULY 13 | 10 A.M. – 12 P.M.
BETWEEN MAY AND SEPTEMBER OF THIS YEAR, guests
will see the model neighborhood going through a remodel. The updated space will continue to demonstrate diverse examples of residential landscape designs that look great while conserving water. The Garden is thrilled to partner with San Antonio Water System and the San Antonio River Authority on this project that intersects water conservation, management, and public education messages. Together, the partners will create permanent, bilingual educational signage explaining residential design elements, conservation methods, and plant identification.
Learn about the ‘shades’ of shade, design techniques, and plants that thrive in the shade.
ESPERANZA (Tecoma stans)
DISCOVER MORE ABOUT TE X A S' PL ANTS I N A N ONLINE EXHIBITION TEXAS HISTORY is
rich with examples of how native plants have weathered harsh climates and shaped regional culture in the process. From May through October 2022, the Garden presents Plants/Place: The Ethnobotany and Preservation of Our Native Plants, a virtual exhibition exploring five Texas native plants, how they have been preserved, and the “roots” of each plant’s importance to the people of this area. View the virtual exhibition at SABOT.ORG/PLANTSPLACE. Plants/Place is made possible through support from the Witte Museum and San Antonio Water System. sabot.org
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THREE WAT E R S AV E R P L A N T S FOR HOME L ANDSCAPES Although certain plants tend to become popular in garden stores and home landscapes, the Garden’s extensive collection allows the team to test and observe what works best. The following three plants are slightly less common, but serve as a beautiful and reliable addition to San Antonio gardens. DARCY'S MEXICAN SAGE (Salvia darcyi)
DARCY'S MEXICAN SAGE (Salvia darcyi)
Most salvia plants are a safe choice for San Antonio. Their name originates from the Latin word salvere meaning healthy. Salvias are very tolerant of drought and poor soil. The fine hairs that cover the plants can sometimes help prevent water loss. With light green, heart-shaped leaves, it produces spikes of bright orange and red flowers. They bloom heavily in spring and fall and continue to bloom throughout the summer, making them a reliable pop of color through the hot months. Prune heavily in the spring followed by maintenance throughout the year. This salvia is native to Mexico. It loves sun, and if given enough room, can grow to nearly five feet tall. EVERGREEN SUMAC
(Rhus virens)
TEXAS NATIVE
EVERGREEN SUMAC (Rhus virens)
Although the word sumac can strike fear into the heart of many gardeners, consider this native Texas sumac as a beautiful and hardy addition to the landscape. Evergreen sumac is a shrub or small tree (depending on pruning methods) with shiny, mostly evergreen leaves that may drop in spring, but are replaced within a week. Female plants produce inconspicuous, green/white flowers. In September, flowers turn to red fruit covered in fine hairs that are a tasty food source for many birds, animals, and even humans. It is drought tolerant and resistant to most insects and diseases. LINDHEIMER'S MUHLY
(Muhlenbergia lindheimeri)
TEXAS NATIVE
A native alternative to the invasive Pampas grass (Cortaderia selloana). Named after the father of Texas botany, Ferdinand Jacob Lindheimer (1801-1879), this perennial grass produces silvery seed heads from May through November. It grows very well in limestone heavy soil. By Andrew Labay, Director of Horticulture and Maeve Bassett, Conservation and Volunteer Programs Specialist
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LINDHEIMER'S MUHLY (Muhlenbergia lindheimeri)
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W AT E R S A V I N G G A R D E N I N G T I P S Choose waterwise plants: opt for plants native to this
area and adapted low-water-use plants. San Antonio Water System’s website GARDENSTYLESANANTONIO.COM has a useful “Find a Plant” search to guide your selection.
Limit the amount of turfgrass: high water-use turfgrass, such as St. Augustine, is a popular choice, but requires more maintenance and supplemental water. Consider reduced areas of turfgrass, and use Zoysia or Bermuda grass instead. Verify that irrigation systems are efficient:
inefficient, in-ground irrigation systems can account for 50-70% of your home water use. Monthly monitoring can reduce water usage and save money. • Replace older irrigation components with modern, water-efficient ones like pressure-regulated spray heads, rain sensors, and seasonally adjustable controllers. • Work with a licensed irrigator to find out how to only water when and where needed. • Use drip irrigation which uses 30-50% less water than sprinklers.
DESERT-WILLOW (Chilopsis linearis)
Reduce watering in the fall and winter. Water newly planted plants
by hand using a hose and a water wand.
Spread mulch to keep moisture in the soil,
manage small weeds, and keep the soil cooler in the summer. Mulch material includes: • Inorganic mulch can be useful with plants that want reflective heat. Clean regularly to keep neat. • Organic: shredded bark or wood chips. With the added benefit of decomposing slowly, organic mulch adds structure and nutrients to the soil. Replace at least once a year.
W AT E R S A V E R G A R D E N was made possible by generous supporters. Thank you to the following donors for championing water conservation in San Antonio and South Texas:
THE WATERSAVER GARDEN RENEWAL PROJECT
Barbara C. Kyse Julie and Warren Wilkinson Claire and John Alexander
Anonymous – In honor of Ranchers Spouses who got them through the droughts Billy Long Enterprises, Inc. | Schultz & Co Landscapes
Marline and Clint Lawson Sarah and Paul McSween Jennifer McSween Canavan Allison and Alan Pyle Roxana Richardson
San Antonio Water System Linda and Joseph Satel Claire and George Vaughan Julie and Peter Zacher
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DONOR SPOTLIGHT
I N A P P R E C I AT I O N $300,000+
Anonymous City of San Antonio $50,000-$75,000 Elizabeth Huth Coates Charitable Foundation of 1992 Daniel J. Sullivan Family Charitable Foundation $25,000-$49,999 H-E-B Candace Andrews and Uwe Pontius Cynthia and Forrest Miller Scott Petty Family Foundation University Health System $10,000-$24,999 Marcella and Jesus Aguilar Frost Bank Karen and Jim Greenwood Hollomon Price Foundation The John and Florence Newman Foundation Myra Stafford Pryor Charitable Trust James H. and Patricia S. Scott Donor Advised Fund Julie and Warren Wilkinson
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THE SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN is delighted to announce a new partnership with University Health as the presenting sponsor of youth culinary and wellness programs in 2022. University Health and the Garden share innovation and education as core values. This collaboration affirms those values by funding school tours, day camps, and quarterly workshops focused on culinary health education for children. Rooted in the knowledge that nutrition is an integral part of health and wellbeing, the youth culinary program teaches children and families basic nutrition, kitchen safety, and practical cooking skills, with the long-term goal of motivating individuals and communities to adopt and sustain healthier eating habits. This generous contribution helps the Garden rebuild and expand children’s culinary programs to grow and exceed pre-pandemic audiences. Applauding the partnership, University Health President and CEO George B. Hernández said, “At University Health, we believe in the power of change. This partnership promotes an understanding of nutrition and a healthy diet that young people can take with them for the rest of their lives, including the important fact that even small changes in diet can lead to a healthier life.” The Garden anticipates that 4,500+ kindergarten through eighth grade students will benefit from the program in 2022.
Donations made January 1 – March 31, 2022
$5,000-$9,999 Elizabeth and Robert Lende Lou Celia and Don Frost Martha Mares Lebo Children's Education Fund of the San Antonio Area Foundation Roxana and Bruce Richardson Claire and George Vaughan Robin and Jason Warman $1,000-$4,999 Michael J. Adams Ann G. Ash Karol Antrim Margie and Mote Baird Matthew Ballard and Jason Vasquez Kathleen and Jeff Bolner Elise and Craig Boyan Tommy Calvert Jennifer Canavan Carla and Daniel Carlson Sabina Carr Joe Crady Charlotte A. Creamer Wiede and Jon Cutshall Rea Ferandez and Justin Chung Caraline and Jay Dewald Burkley and Jonny Fitzsimons
Mercedes and Philip Fletcher Anne and Marco Gamboa Magdalena and Raul E. Gaona Gunn Family Fund The Helen K. Groves Fund The Allison and Jaimie Hayne Family Fund Jeffrey Johnson John and Sue Jockusch Charitable Fund of the San Antonio Area Foundation Susan and John Kerr King Family Foundation Jodi and Darrell Kirksey Margaret and Robert Koors Cally and Will Kothmann Bekki and Greg Kowalski Barbara C. Kyse La Cantera Resort & Spa Catherine and Richard Lange Elizabeth and Madison Marceau Marie and Ryan Mays Vicki L. McLaughlin Sarah and Paul McSween III Belinda and William Nixon Susan Mooberry and Gregory Patterson Sydney and Gregg Muenster Jana Orsinger and William Orr III
Londi Paige Carolyn and Allan Paterson Mary Quandt Ethel T. Runion Linda and Joseph Satel William Scanlan, Jr. Jenny and Rick Schimpff Schultz & Co Landscapes, LLC Adam and Meagan Shadfan Patricia Shelby Penelope Speier and Edward Collins, III Bonnie and Stephen Tompsett Alice and John Troy Elky and Mark Van Es Phyllis and Michael Viola Ann Watson Barbara and George Williams Joan and W. Reed Williams Worth Family Foundation Mollie Zachry
Cenizo Legacy Circle
Candace Andrews and Uwe Pontius Gary Cox and Michael Simon Fern Lee "Missy" Finck Barbara C. Kyse Patricia A. Trenton
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Members as of March 31, 2022 HIBISCUS CIRCLE Judy H. Branch Courtney Collins and Barrett Tuttle Laura and Burnell Gates Elizabeth and Robert Lende Cynthia and Forrest Miller Elizabeth and Barry Roberts Erika Ivanyi and Matthias Schubnell Sandra and Scott Teeter ESPERANZA CIRCLE Michael J. Adams Kennedy Hatfield Asel and Aaron Asel Kathleen and Jeff Bolner Valerie and Andrew Danner Susan Mengden Ellis and Peter Ellis Marty and Steve Hixon Jodi and Darrell Kirksey Cally and Will Kothmann Barbara C. Kyse Destiny and Sean Maddox Holly and Philip Miller Cassandra and Rey Sauceda Weston Miller and Ryan Theuninck Meagan and Adam Shadfan Jordan Vexler Shannon and Albert Shannon Robin and Jason Warman Susan Wilkins-Geery Joan and W. Reed Williams LANTANA CIRCLE Marcella and Jesus Javier Aguilar Claire and John Alexander Susan and Ernie Altgelt Molly and Michael Amini
THE PERENNIALS G I V I N G C I R C L E S Julia and Shannon Anderson Candace Andrews and Uwe Pontius Mary Arno and Peter Hollimon Ann G. Ash Mallory and Michael Baird Margie and Morton Baird Katie and Tyson Becker Carolyn and Jack Biegler Beverly and Mike Birnbaum Lorene Bocquin Sheila and Jason Bottjen Elise and Craig Boyan Katherine and Walter Brown Lauren and John Browning Paula and Jim Callaway Cindy and Doug Campbell Sabina Carr Aida Castro-Snyder and Edward Snyder, III Barbara Clark Sarah and Jon Cochran Penelope Speier and Sonny Collins Charlotte A. Creamer Mary Anne and Tony Crosby Wiede and Jon Cutshall Karen and Joseph Dawson Caroline and Mike Decherd Caraline and Jay Dewald Ellie and Chuck Du Val Joane and James Drought Janice and Thomas Dunlap Gayle and Walter Embrey Joel K. Erben Rea Fernandez and Justin Chung Fern Lee Finck Mary and Lewis Fisher Burkley and Jonny Fitzsimons Mercedes and Philip Fletcher Caroline A. Forgason Lou Celia and Don Frost Jana and Jeff Galt Anne and Marco Gamboa Magdalena and Raul Gaona Carrie Gray and
Christopher Lefelhocz Karen and Jim Greenwood Helen K. Groves Marie Halff Helen and Emory Hamilton Sharon Hasslen Allison and Jaimie Hayne Tim Hero Karen J. Hixon Juana E. Hollin-Avery Robin and Mark Howard Lily and Jeffrey Johnson Jessie and Richard Kardys Brian T. Kelleher Susan and John Kerr Margaret and Bill Klesse Emily Knapp and James Book Margaret Koors Rachael and J. Kuper Susan and William Lane Jean and Steve Lee Catherine and Richard Lange Norma Macias Jane and Larry Macon Shari Mao and Erik Weitzel Elizabeth and Madison Marceau Celeste and William McEntire Melinda McFarland and Reid Hartson Jill McGowin Carol and John McGuire Vicki L. McLaughlin Janet Montagne Susan Mooberry and Gregory Patterson Trudy and Ed Moore Laura and Lew Moorman Nancy Moorman Meredith Morrill Susanna Morrow and Ross Olsaver Judy Morton Sydney and Gregg E. Muenster Leslie Negley Ann and John E. Newman Jr.
Belinda and William Nixon Polly and Carl Olson Jana Orsinger and William Orr III Nancy Ruth Otto Londi Paige Anne and Chuck Parrish Mary Quandt Anne and Jeff Rochelle Heather and Randy Rodgers Rusty and Suzanne Palmer William Scanlan, Jr. Martha Seeligson Lyn and Peter C. Selig Patricia and John Smothers Dudley Snyder Debi Sovereign Albert Steg Jennifer and Lloyd Tannenbaum Donald Test Leah and Steve Thomas Bonnie and Stephen Tompsett Mary West and Richard Traylor Katherine and Kris Trumble Elky and Mark Van Es Matthew Ballard and Jason Vasquez Bette and Jack Vexler Phyllis and Michael Viola Suzanne and Dick Wade Franze and Chuck Wall Roberta Churchin and Bob Webster Stephanie and Christopher Wilde Julie and Warren Wilkinson Barbara and George Williams Thomas Wirth Ann and Forrest Word Mary and Robert Worth Julie and Peter Zacher Laura and John Zachry Lynn and Thad Ziegler For more information, about Perennials, visit: SABOT.ORG/ SUPPORT/GIVING-CIRCLES
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PL E A SE S AV E T H E DAT E
THUR SDAY, SEP TEMBER 22 , 2022 6:30 – 10:30 P.M. WILL AND CALLY KOTHMANN, SHANNA AND PHIL RODRIGUEZ
MEMBERSHIP
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Members Only EVENTS
SUNDAY, MAY 8 9 A .M. – 2 P.M.
Member moms visiting on Mother’s Day will be treated with a mom-osa.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 25 10 A .M.
Join Andrew Labay, Director of Horticulture, on this tour. HORTICULTURE TOUR
MONDAY, JUNE 20 10 A .M.
GEEKS MIMOSAS FOR MOM
HORTICULTURE TOUR
WHO DRINK
Friend level and higher members enjoy an exclusive tour by Andrew Labay, Director of Horticulture. FATHER’S DAY ACTIVITY
THURSDAY, JUNE 9 QUIZ START TIME: 6:30 – 8 P.M.
First-time renewing members will put their random knowledge to the test, inspired by Irish and U.K. pub quizzes. Ages 21+
SUNDAY, JUNE 19 9 A .M. – 2 P.M.
Father figures you rock! Celebrate Father’s Day with a member-only pet rock activity.
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Splendor in the Garden
E VENT CHAIR Cally and Will Kothmann
CELEBRATES ITS 15TH ANNIVERSARY THIS YEAR! This festive evening showcases the natural beauty of the Garden’s 38-acre urban oasis. The Garden’s largest fundraising event supports its mission to enrich lives through plants and nature. Sponsorships fund innovative education and wellness programs, conservation efforts for endangered plant species, and water saving initiatives. FOR SPONSORSHIP AND UNDERWRITING OPPORTUNITIES, VISIT SABOT.ORG/SPLENDOR OR CONTACT BRIANNA SIMMONS AT BSIMMONS@SABOT.ORG OR 210.536.1435.
COMMIT TEE Mallory and Stephen Ahl Anne and Marco Gamboa Linda and Jack Gunter Scotty and Clifton Macdaniel Marie and Ryan Mays Claire and Easton McNab McLean and Marco Pena Paula Shaver Courtney and Tobin Smith Megan and Tres Steves Susan Shown Todd, Honorary
YELLOW ROSE (Rosa sp.)
BUTTERFLY WEED (Asclepias sp.)
EXCLUSIVE
MEMBER BENEFITS ALL MEMBER LEVEL BENEFITS INCLUDE:
ETHNOBOTANY TOUR TUESDAY, MAY 10 10 A .M.
Join Maeve Bassett, Ethnobotanist, on this tour.
• Free daily admission for one year and early admission at 8 a.m. seven days per week • Members-only special events and exhibit previews • Surprise member perks (watch your email for notifications) • Member appreciation week festivities
INTRODUCTION TO ETHNOBOTANY TOUR
• Complimentary admission to select events • One complimentary guest pass during your birthday month
THUR SDAY, JULY 7 & FRIDAY, JULY 8 | 10 A .M .
• Discounts for classes, camps, birthday parties, and the Garden Gift Shop
Join Maeve Bassett, Ethnobotanist, covering ethnobotany and the historical impact of some of the most important plants in the Garden.
• Reciprocal admission to 345+ gardens, arboreta, and conservatories in North America and Cayman Islands
QUESTIONS? CONTACT THE MEMBERSHIP STAFF AT 210.536.1407 OR GEVERETT@SABOT.ORG sabot.org
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UPCOMING
Events DUELING PIANO BAR CELEBRATE POLLINATORS! S AT U R DAY, M AY 14 | 10 A . M . – 2 P. M .
Celebrate hardworking pollinators, enjoy honey culinary demos, observation beehives, family activities, and delicious tastings.
CELEBRATE SOIL & MUD! S AT U R DAY, J U N E 2 5
The Betty Kelso Center turns into a dueling piano bar for a night full of excitement, live entertainment, and drinks. Reserve a VIP table experience with complimentary beverages, small bites, and lounge seating.
CELEBRATE SHADE!
Inspired by International Mud Day, learn
S AT U R DAY, AU G U S T 2 0 | 10 A . M . – 2 P. M .
about soil and mud, and why it is so special.
Explore the Garden’s shady spaces and learn about shade-loving plants.
S AT U R DAY, J U LY 9 | 10 A . M . – 2 P. M .
Learn about plant needs, splash in No Name Creek, look for critters while pond dipping, and learn about low water use landscape designs. sabot.org
LUSH: TWILIGHT IN THE GARDEN E V E R Y T H I R D T H U R S D AY OF THE MONTH 6 – 9 P. M . MAY 19 | ROSÉ AND ROSES
10 A . M . – 2 P. M .
CELEBRATE WATER!
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FRIDAY, JULY 29 6:30 – 10 P.M.
FAMILY GAME DAY SATURDAY, AUGUST 27 3:30 – 6:30 P.M.
Come ready to play! All ages will enjoy food, beverages, games, DJ, and other fun, family-friendly activities.
JUNE 16 | SANGRIA SUNSETS JULY 21 | MARGARITA MADNESS AUGUST 18 | TIKI TIME
Take in the beauty of the Garden with live music and entertainment as the sun sets. Guests ages 21+ receive a complimentary, themed cocktail. Food and beverage plus exclusive VIP tables with light bites and table service available for purchase.
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SUMMER CAMPS Campers will explore connections to plants through activities, games, recipes, and experiments. Sign up for morning, afternoon, or both sessions. $200 per camp session ($180 member)
JUNE 6 – 10 Science in Nature STEM Camp 8 : 3 0 A . M . – 12 : 3 0 P. M . | AG E S 5 -13
Jr CHEF Camp 12 : 3 0 – 4 P. M . | AG E S 8 -12
RECURRING PROGR AMS
J U N E 13 – 17 Junior Naturalist Nature Camp 8 : 3 0 A . M . – 12 : 3 0 P. M . | AG E S 5 -13
Sustainability and Design Guided Tour
Pop-Up Culinary Demo
FRIDAY, MAY 6 | 10 – 11:30 A.M. FRIDAYS: JUNE 3, JULY 1, AUGUST 5 9:30 – 11 A.M.
S E L EC T S AT U R DAY S A N D S U N DAY S
Learn how the Garden uses infrastructure, architecture, and plants to conserve resources and the importance of building sustainable communities. Native Plant Guided Tour S AT U R DAY S: M AY 7 & J U N E 4 10 – 11: 3 0 A . M .
10 A . M . – 12 : 3 0 P. M .
The Garden’s Chef will showcase fresh seasonal produce and herbs in a delectable recipe.
T U E S DAY, M AY 17 | 10 – 11: 3 0 A . M . W E D N E S DAY, J U N E 15 | 10 – 11: 3 0 A . M .
10 – 10 : 3 0 A . M .
Texas Bird Walk Guided Tour S AT U R DAY S: M AY 21 & J U N E 18 9 :15 – 11: 0 0 A . M .
Learn about resident and migrant birds, their characteristics, requirements for food, nesting, and protection, and the native plants to attract birds to yards.
8 : 3 0 A . M . – 12 : 3 0 P. M . | AG E S 5 -13
J U LY 11 – 1 5
S E L EC T M O N DAY S | 6 – 7 P. M .
Little Sprouts Hike
Be inspired and learn design tips for creating a beautiful drought-tolerant landscape.
Underground Explorer Nature Camp
S E L EC T S AT U R DAY S | 9 – 10 A . M .
Ethnobotany of Native Plants Guided Tour
T H U R S DAY S: M AY 19 & J U N E 16 10 – 11: 3 0 A . M .
J U N E 2 7 – J U LY 1
Teen CHEF Camp
10-minute meditative walk and 50-minute intentional flow with a sequence of seated, standing, and balancing postures, syncing breath, and movement.
WaterSaver Guided Tours
12 : 3 0 – 4 P. M . | AG E S 5 -12
Morning and Sunset Flow with Alamo City Yoga
Learn about native plants, how they conserve water, adapt to their environment, and growing requirements.
Explore the diverse relationships people have had, and still have, with Texas’ plants.
Rooted in Nature Art Camp
T U E S DAY S: M A RC H – O C TO B E R
Hike and nature-based lesson beginning at the gift shop. All-terrain strollers are recommended. Ages 5 and under.
12 : 3 0 – 4 P. M . AG E S 13 -17
Science in Nature STEM Camp 8 : 3 0 A . M . – 12 : 3 0 P. M . | AG E S 5 -13
Rooted in Nature Art Camp 12 : 3 0 – 4 P. M . | AG E S 5 -12
J U LY 1 8 – J U LY 2 2 Junior Naturalist Nature Camp 8 : 3 0 A . M . – 12 : 3 0 P. M . | AG E S 5 -13
Teen CHEF Camp 12 : 3 0 – 4 P. M . | AG E S 13 -17
Nature Exploration in the Family Adventure Garden
J U LY 2 5 – 2 9
W E D N E S DAY S: M A RC H – O C TO B E R
8 : 3 0 A . M . – 12 : 3 0 P. M . | AG E S 5 -13
10 – 10 : 3 0 A . M .
Nature-play activity while engaging in sensory experiences. Ages 5 and under. Storytime in the Garden
Underground Explorer Nature Camp Rooted in Nature Art Camp 12 : 3 0 – 4 P. M . | AG E S 5 -12
AUGUS T 1 – AUGUS T 5
T H U R S DAY S: M A RC H – O C TO B E R
Science in Nature STEM Camp
10 – 10 : 3 0 A . M .
8 : 3 0 A . M . – 12 : 3 0 P. M . | AG E S 5 -13
Nature-themed book reading. Bring a blanket. Ages 5 and under.
Jr CHEF Camp 12 : 3 0 – 4 P. M . | AG E S 8 -12
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Vibrante
PROGR AMS
M AY Plant Sales SATURDAY, APRIL 30 | 9 A .M. – 5 P.M. S U N DAY, M AY 1 | 9 A . M . – 2 P. M .
A wide variety of native plants, succulents, grasses, and pollinator-friendly plants are available for purchase. Advance reservations required. Family Night Hike FR I DAY, M AY 6 | 7: 3 0 – 9 : 3 0 P. M .
Bring a flashlight and explore the garden with a trained guide to see nocturnal wildlife and identify bat species with a bat detector. Sipping and Searing FR I DAY, M AY 6 | 6: 3 0 – 8 : 3 0 P. M .
Featuring local beverage makers and musicians, learn grilling basics with recipes inspired by the culinary garden. Japanese Gardening - Texas Style! W E D N E S DAY, M AY 11 | 10 A . M . – 12 P. M .
Learn the basics of creating the tranquility, serenity, and harmony of a Japanese garden. Discover the benefits of replacing turf grass with low water usage plants. Bexar County Master Gardeners will help guests create a design plan.
Bizarre Botany Cocktail Tour: Promiscuous Plants T H U R S DAY, M AY 19 | 6 – 7: 3 0 P. M . S AT U R DAY, M AY 21 | 2 : 3 0 – 4 P. M .
Enjoy a cocktail while you explore the garden and learn about the salacious lives of plants. Ages 21+. Foodie Cinema: Tortilla Soup FR I DAY, M AY 2 0 | 6: 3 0 – 9 P. M .
Enjoy the film and tasty bites inspired by the movie. Ages 21+. Bonsai Weekend
S AT U R DAY, M AY 14 2 – 3: 3 0 P. M .
Celebrate pollinators by learning about and tasting honey. Lavender Tea Party S U N DAY, M AY 15 | 12 – 2 P. M .
An afternoon of tea and lavender-themed refreshments. High tea hats are optional. Homeschool Day: Birds and Plants W E D N E S DAY, M AY 18 | 9 : 3 0 A . M . – 12 P. M .
Children ages 6-12 are invited to explore the fascinating world of plants through guided tours and hands-on learning activities. Homeschool and virtual learners welcome.
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Ecoregional Green Roofs for Sustainable Development in Texas and Beyond: Lecture by Bruce Dvorak W E D N E S DAY, J U N E 1 | 6 – 7: 3 0 P. M .
Explore how native landscapes have become a source of inspiration for a new generation of green roofs that make habitats for pollinators, migratory birds, and more. In partnership with the AIA San Antonio and ASLA.
Featuring bonsai collections from the San Antonio Bonsai Society
Workshop: Soil 101
S AT U R DAY, M AY 21 | 10 A . M . – 7 P. M . S U N DAY, M AY 2 2 | 9 A . M . – 4 P. M .
Begin Soil and Mud month with Texas Master Naturalist and certified Arborist, David Vaughan, who will host an introductory lecture on soil and soil health.
Enjoy the complex and beautiful Japanese art of bonsai. The San Antonio Bonsai Society will demonstrate the art of bonsai and answer questions. Bonsai trees available for purchase. Beginners Bonsai Workshop S AT U R DAY, M AY 21 10 A . M . – 12 : 3 0 P. M . & 2 – 4 : 3 0 P. M . S U N DAY, M AY 2 2 9 A . M . – 11: 3 0 P. M . & 1 – 3: 3 0 P. M .
Learn about soil, equipment, possible species, and techniques used to nurture bonsais at home. All materials will be provided for each registrant to pot, trim, and take home a bonsai. Cocktail Scavenger Hunt: Bee’s Knees
Honey in History
JUNE
T H U R S DAY, M AY 2 6 | 6 – 8 P. M .
Explore the Garden to find edible pollinator gems that will “bee” the muse for a sumptuous cocktail. Enjoy a gardeninspired tasting menu at the Kitchen. Lunchtime Talk: Hill Country Lavender S AT U R DAY, M AY 2 8 12 – 2 P. M .
Feast on a lavenderinspired lunch and enjoy an in-depth talk by Hill Country Lavender on how to grow, maintain, and cook with the beloved herb.
T H U R S DAY, J U N E 2 | 12 – 1 P. M .
Family Night Hike T H U R S DAY, J U N E 2 | 7: 3 0 – 9 : 3 0 P. M .
Bring a flashlight and explore the garden with a trained guide to see nocturnal wildlife and identify bat species with a bat detector. Sipping and Searing FR I DAY, J U N E 3 | 6: 3 0 – 8 : 3 0 P. M .
Featuring local beverage makers and musicians, learn grilling basics with recipes inspired by the culinary garden. Workshop: Amazing Mycelium S AT U R DAY, J U N E 4 12 – 1: 3 0 P. M .
Soil wouldn’t be the same without the important fungi that live within it. Learn the basics of mycology, medicinal mushrooms, and fungi’s role in our world. Surviving the Summer Heat W E D N E S DAY, J U N E 8 | 10 A . M . – 12 P. M .
Learn how this region’s weather impacts gardens and lawns and how to create a resilient landscape. Workshop: Mushrooms & Worms S AT U R DAY, J U N E 11 | 12 – 1: 3 0 P. M .
Soil is an ecosystem with many organisms thriving within it. Learn all about mushrooms, worms, and their relationship to healthy soil.
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Bizarre Botany Cocktail Tour: Fungus Among Us
DIY: Root Infused Whiskey
DIY: Orange Bitters
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S AT U R DAY, J U N E 11 | 2 : 3 0 – 4 P. M . T H U R S DAY, J U N E 16 | 6: 3 0 – 8 P. M .
11 A . M . – 12 P. M . & 12 : 3 0 – 1: 3 0 P. M .
S AT U R DAY, AU G U S T 13 11 A . M . – 12 P. M . & 12 : 3 0 – 1: 3 0 P. M .
Enjoy a themed cocktail while exploring the garden to learn about the fungus living among us. Ages 21+. Cocktail Scavenger Hunt: You Say Tomato, I Say Bloody Mary T H U R S DAY, J U N E 2 3 6 – 8 P. M .
Find edible gems to incorporate in this cocktail focused on tomatoes, then enjoy a garden-inspired tasting menu.
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Learn about the history of whiskey, which roots impart different flavors, and craft a bottle to enjoy. Includes a whiskey cocktail. Culinary Passport Series S AT U R DAY, J U LY 21 | 6: 3 0 – 8 : 3 0 P. M .
Delve into the fascinating world of Agritourism and pay homage to some of the world’s most popular destinations. Enjoy recipes with fresh ingredients from the Garden. Culinerdy: Vinaigrettes S AT U R DAY, J U LY 2 3 | 12 – 1 P. M .
Learn the essential components of a balanced cocktail and craft a personalized bottle of orange bitters while sipping on a French 75. Bizarre Botany Cocktail Tour: Plant Nightlife S AT U R DAY, AU G U S T 13 | 6 – 7: 3 0 P. M . T H U R S DAY, AU G U S T 18 | 6: 3 0 – 8 P. M .
Enjoy a themed cocktail while exploring the garden and learn about the Garden’s blooms, bugs, and nocturnal life. Ages 21+. Family Gardening Workshop: Planting Beans
FR I DAY, J U LY 1 6: 3 0 – 8 : 3 0 P. M .
Learn essentials in making artisanal vinaigrettes. Sample with garden fresh salad, house made compound butter, and fresh baked bread accompanied by a refreshing beverage.
Featuring local beverage makers and musicians, learn grilling basics with recipes inspired by the culinary garden.
Cocktail Scavenger Hunt: Watermelon Mint Mojito
Family Night Hike
T H U R S DAY, J U LY 2 8 6 – 8 P. M .
Learn the history of select native plants, and for each plant, sample them the way they have adapted. Ages 21+.
Explore the Garden to find edible gems to use in the watermelon-inspired cocktail.
Cocktail Scavenger Hunt: Persimmon Collins
Sipping and Searing
T H U R S DAY, J U LY 7 7: 3 0 – 9 : 3 0 P. M .
Bring a flashlight and explore the garden with a trained guide to see nocturnal wildlife and identify bat species with a bat detector. Teas, Tisanes, & Texas Natives S AT U R DAY, J U LY 9 5 – 6: 3 0 P. M .
Learn about teas, tisanes, their history, and brewing. Attendees will mix their own tisane bags to take home. Shady Characters in the Garden W E D N E S DAY, J U LY 13 10 A . M . – 12 P. M .
Learn about the ‘shades’ of shade, design techniques, and plants that thrive in the shade.
S AT U R DAY, AU G U S T 2 0 | 10 A . M . – 12 P. M .
Families will learn about planting, maintaining, and harvesting beans. Tasting Texas S AT U R DAY, AU G U S T 2 0 | 6 – 8 P. M .
T H U R S DAY, AU G U S T 2 5 | 6 – 8 P. M .
AUGUST Texas Native Annuals and Perennials for the Landscape
Explore the Garden to find edible gems for a refreshing persimmon-based cocktail scavenger hunt. Culinerdy: Spice Rubs & Brines
W E D N E S DAY, AU G U S T 10 10 A . M . – 12 P. M .
S AT U R DAY, AU G U S T 2 7 12 – 1 P. M .
Learn the benefits of the many native annual and perennials that bring color to landscapes.
Learn to maximize meat's flavor with brining, and make your own signature secret spice rub blend.
Family Night Hike T H U R S DAY, AU G U S T 11 7: 3 0 – 9 : 3 0 P. M .
Bring a flashlight and explore the garden with a trained guide to see nocturnal wildlife and identify bat species with a bat detector.
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T H U R S DAY S: J U LY 14 & J U LY 21 6: 3 0 – 8 P. M .
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Support for youth educational programs
Enjoy a themed cocktail while exploring the garden and learning about the extreme measures plants take to stay alive. Ages 21+.
Featuring local beverage makers and musicians, learn grilling basics with Hatch Green Chile recipes inspired by the culinary garden.
Bizarre Botany Cocktail Tour: Amazing Adaptations
T H U R S DAY, AU G U S T 11 | 6: 3 0 – 8 : 3 0 P. M .
and school tours is generously provided by Dickson-Allen Foundation, Betty Stieren Kelso Foundation, University Health System, Valero, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Texas, Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation, and Sundt Construction Corporation.
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SPL A SH ‘ TIL THE SUN SETS! Soak in the extra sunshine with extended hours at the Garden through October 31, 2022.
SPRING AND SUMMERTIME HOURS: Open every day from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Thursdays 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
NE W THIS YE AR ! EXTENDED HOURS
at The Greehey Family Foundation No Name Creek Bring the little ones to make a splash anytime from open until close every day.
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GARDEN AND GIFT SHOP HOURS O p e n e v e r y d a y f r o m 9 A . M . – 7 P. M . a n d T h u r s d a y s 9 A . M . – 9 P. M .
Enriching lives through plants and nature.