Lake Granbury Master Gardeners

Lake Granbury Master Gardeners The Texas Master Gardener program had its beginnings in 1978 in an Extension horticulture training at A&M University.

The Lake Granbury Master Gardener program is a Hood County volunteer 501(c)3 group trained by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service to serve Hood County through horticultural education and to improve the quality of life through horticultural projects. When it comes to green and growing things, Master Gardeners dig into their service in all kinds of ways: teaching, giving presentations, building an

d growing trial and demo gardens, writing newsletters and articles, providing clerical help, and designing and maintaining Web pages. Master Gardeners particpate in 50 hours of instruction conducted by their local County Extension agent, then they share their knowledge by donating 50 hours of volunteer service back to their community within their first year. By the 1990's, a statewide, non-profit organization was formed and called the Texas Master Gardener Association. A love of gardening and search for knowledge is central to why Master Gardeners join the program. They remain Master Gardeners to enjoy the comaraderie and friendship of others who share their interests, to gain and share horticultural knowledge, and to give back to their community

08/29/2026

Looking for an inside activity with your kids? Download the FREE LGMG Monarch education packet today! The LGMG Monarch Education packets are geared toward pre-school and elementary ages. Complete with mazes, coloring pages, matching, crafts, book lists, a monarch life-cycle lesson and a supporting plant list, you will be ready to teach the children in your life all about the majestic Monarchs that will be migrating through Granbury this fall!

Use the QR code on the last slide or go to https://lakegranburymastergardeners.org/romancing-the-monarch/ to download the educational packets. Packets are found at the bottom of the Romancing the Monarch web page.

“Understanding climate is clearly more scientific than observational. However, Texas has a native shrub that acts as a f...
08/28/2026

“Understanding climate is clearly more scientific than observational. However, Texas has a native shrub that acts as a fairly reliable wet weather gauge. Often called a barometer plant, the Texas sage bursts into bloom with the presence of abundant atmospheric moisture.”

Find Phyllis Webster’s entire article on our website.

https://lakegranburymastergardeners.org/the-garden-patch/

The Monarchs are coming back to Texas this fall: is your garden ready?Monarchs need both nectar plants and milkweed as t...
08/22/2026

The Monarchs are coming back to Texas this fall: is your garden ready?

Monarchs need both nectar plants and milkweed as they make their way south to overwinter in Mexico. A few North Texas hardy plants that are great for Monarchs:

Annuals: Zinnia, Gomphrena, Pintas and Tithonia

Fall Blooming Perennials: Gregg’s Mist, Salvia Greggii, White Mistflower and Fall Aster

Any kind of milkweed! Butterflyweed, green, showy, tropical -- Monarch caterpillars can eat all of them!

For more information on creating a butterfly garden or on milkweed, see the LGMG website.

https://lakegranburymastergardeners.org/butterfly-garden-bed/

Mark your calendars! The LGMG Romancing the Monarch Festival is October 3rd from 1:30-4 p.m.

https://lakegranburymastergardeners.org/romancing-the-monarch/

“By late summer, you likely spend more time indoors than outside. Heat simply forces many of us to seek protection from ...
08/13/2026

“By late summer, you likely spend more time indoors than outside. Heat simply forces many of us to seek protection from the sun. This is a challenge for most gardening enthusiasts. When inside, we miss our regular interaction with nature!
For a joyful solution, try crafting a floating flower bowl!”

Find Phyllis Webster’s entire article on our website.

https://lakegranburymastergardeners.org/the-garden-patch/

August Garden Tasks:1. Outdoor Seed Starting: okra, corn, pumpkin, cucumbers, summer squash, zucchini, pinto beans, bush...
08/01/2026

August Garden Tasks:

1. Outdoor Seed Starting: okra, corn, pumpkin, cucumbers, summer squash, zucchini, pinto beans, bush beans, Chinese cabbage, swiss chard
2.Divide, disinfect and replant iris. To disinfect, dip rhizomes in a 10-1 water and bleach solution.
3. Instead of watering lawns more frequently, water thoroughly and deeply; check for grubs. Treat if more than 5-7 grubs are found per square foot.
4. Order wildflower seeds and spring-blooming bulbs. Pay close attention to our time zone and use only reputable companies.
5. Assess your gardens for bare spots and lack of texture.
6. As wildflowers and perennials go to seed, collect and store seed for next year.

For more seasonal garden tasks, see the Lake Granbury Master Gardener website.

https://lakegranburymastergardeners.org/monthly-to-do-list/

“When many gardeners cultivate herbs, they rarely venture beyond mints or the ordinary culinary trio of rosemary, thyme ...
07/27/2026

“When many gardeners cultivate herbs, they rarely venture beyond mints or the ordinary culinary trio of rosemary, thyme and sage. While these are reliable performers, the North Central Texas climate supports a range of lesser-known herbs that bring bold flavor and beauty to area gardens. Most of these plants require well-drained soil, many are drought tolerant once established and some pull double duty as pollinator magnets.”

Find Phyllis Webster’s entire article on our website.

https://lakegranburymastergardeners.org/the-garden-patch/

Join Lake Granbury Master Gardeners at our FREE monthly meeting to hear Ray Silva, Owner of 377 Worm Farm, speak on the ...
07/25/2026

Join Lake Granbury Master Gardeners at our FREE monthly meeting to hear Ray Silva, Owner of 377 Worm Farm, speak on the importance of worm castings in the garden. Learn how adding Black Gold -- worm castings, worm tea and custom vermicompost -- can create living soil in your garden.

When:
Wednesday, Aug 19 at 1PM

Where:
First United Methodist Church
301 SH 567 Loop
Granbury, TX 76048

To see previous presentations, visit our website!

https://lakegranburymastergardeners.org/previous-presentations/

07/12/2026

Thank you to the city of Granbury for your positive comments about LGMG, helping educate the public about milkweed and the monarch migration.

“The Granbury City Council has proclaimed July 2026 as "Milkweed for Monarch Butterflies Month" in recognition of Granbury's place along the Monarch Butterfly migration route. Every fall, thousands of monarchs pass through our community on their incredible 3,000-mile journey to Mexico.

Milkweed is the only plant where monarch butterflies lay their eggs, making it essential to the survival of future generations. By planting native milkweed and other nectar-rich flowers, residents can help provide the food and habitat these iconic butterflies need during their migration.

The City also recognizes the outstanding work of the Lake Granbury Master Gardeners, whose demonstration garden, educational programs, community partnerships, and annual Romancing the Monarch Butterfly Festival help make Granbury a more welcoming place for monarchs and other important pollinators.

Together, we can help ensure these beautiful visitors continue to grace our skies for generations to come.”

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1410 W Pearl Street
Granbury, TX
76048

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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(817) 579-3280

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